Insight With Vicki Gonzalez'The Book Of Nightmares' Offers Young Writers A Chance To Spook EveryoneFebruary 2, 2018 | Cody DrabbleComic book author Eben Burgoon is hosting an information session and storytelling workshop for young writers who want to submit stories for "The Book of Nightmares: A Gothic Anthology for Kids." Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California And Baja Build Bridge Through Youth Agricultural Program February 2, 2017Students south of the border are learning to plant their own vegetable patch in a program a lot like 4-H. The UC and the Agriculture Secretary of Baja are teaming up to offer hands-on classes and mentoring to low-income children in Mexicali. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Child Advocates Release 2016 Policy AgendaFebruary 23, 2016 | Steve Milne"Leveling the playing field." That's the theme of a package of bills in the California state legislature intended to end child poverty. The Children's Defense Fund of California is pushing nine bills this year to ensure all kids thrive. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sac City Council Approves Spending Plan For Extra $4.8 MillionFebruary 17, 2016 | Bob MoffittOn Tuesday, the Sacramento City Council approved plans to spend a $4.8 million surplus. It was created by unforeseen revenues and department savings.
Councilman Proposes Pot Tax To Fund Kids ProgramsFebruary 2, 2016 | Bob MoffittIn June, voters in the City of Sacramento may be asked to support a 5 percent tax on medical marijuana cultivation with the money going to youth programs. The idea comes from a city councilman. Three other council members have expressed reservations.