State GovernmentCalifornia Lawmaker Cleared Of Misdemeanor Child CrueltyMay 16, 2019(AP) — California Assemblyman Joaquin Arambula was found not guilty Thursday of misdemeanor child cruelty, ending a trial that included testimony from most of his family, including the 7-year-old daughter he was accused of striking.
State GovernmentTrump Administration Cancels Feds' High-Speed Rail Agreement With CaliforniaMay 16, 2019 | Ben AdlerThe Trump administration says it’s terminating a federal agreement with California’s high-speed rail project and taking away nearly $1 billion in funding, setting up yet another legal fight between California and Washington. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCapitol Chat: PG&E To Blame For Camp FireMay 16, 2019Capitol Bureau Chief Ben Adler joins us for Capitol Chat to discuss Cal Fire's announcement that PG&E lines are what sparked the devastating Camp Fire in Butte County last November. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezAward-Winning Poet Mary Mackey Shares Her InspirationMay 16, 2019Sacramento writer Mary Mackey, who was recently awarded the 2019 Eric Hoffer Book Award, discusses the book that earned her the award and the development of her poetry. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Great Question!What Questions Do You Have About PG&E?May 15, 2019With PG&E found responsible for another deadly wildfire, we want to know what questions you have about the utility and its future.
Cold Front To Bring Rain To Sacramento Valley, Snow To Sierra NevadaMay 15, 2019A cold front traveling down to Northern California from the Gulf of Alaska is expected to bring widespread rain to the Sacramento Valley and dump at least a foot of snow in higher elevations of the Sierra Nevada.
PG&E Equipment Sparked The Deadly Camp Fire, Cal Fire Investigation FindsMay 15, 2019(AP) — California fire authorities say Pacific Gas & Electric Co. power lines sparked the deadliest and most destructive wildfire in state history.
State GovernmentCannabis Tax Revenue In California Could Be Hundreds Of Millions Of Dollars Below ProjectionsMay 15, 2019 | Scott RoddGov. Governor Gavin Newsom’s revised budget released last week reduced cannabis excise tax projections to $288 million in 2019 and $359 million in 2020 — more than $200 million combined lower than forecasted in January. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezQ&A: Ahead Of Budget Decisions, Artists And Arts Supporters Offer Their Two CentsMay 15, 2019 | Kate Gonzales | Nick MillerAs the City of Sacramento moves toward adopting the budget for fiscal year 2019-2020, artists and arts leaders make their case for more, sustained funding. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentGov. Newsom's Budget Has $1 Billion To Address Homelessness, But Advocates Want More Investment In Permanent HousingMay 14, 2019 | Chris NicholsGov. Gavin Newsom’s focus on short-term, emergency aid was questioned by some advocates who said more funding is needed for permanent housing for homeless individuals. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentMore California Cities Could Start Collecting Ride Data From Bike And E-scooter CompaniesMay 14, 2019 | Scott RoddSome cities — like Sacramento and Los Angeles — already plan to collect this data, and a bill in the Legislature could expand the practice. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Catholic Diocese Set Up Program To Compensate Victims Of Clergy Sexual AbuseMay 14, 2019 | Randol WhiteSacramento Bishop Jaime Soto said the fund is part of an effort to own and atone for the church's failure to protect children and young people abused by priests.
San Francisco Approves Ban On Government's Use Of Facial Recognition TechnologyMay 14, 2019The city is home to some of the world's largest technology companies, but it has banned the use of facial recognition software by police and city agencies.
California Jury Awards $2 Billion To Couple In Roundup Weed Killer Cancer TrialMay 14, 2019The verdict represents the third time a California jury has decided in favor of consumers who claimed their cancer was caused by the glyphosate-based Roundup weed killer.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezYour Questions About Measles And Vaccinations In California, AnsweredMay 14, 2019 | Sammy CaiolaDo adults need measles booster shots? Can infants be vaccinated? And what's a vaccine injury? We asked for your questions about the California measles outbreak. Here's what we found out. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Governor Newsom Pardons 2 Ex-Refugees Facing DeportationMay 13, 2019Newsom pardoned seven people in his first acts of clemency since taking office in January.
How Much Do You And Your Neighbors Pay In State Taxes?May 13, 2019Think you pay too much in state income taxes? Well, if you made $82,643 and paid $5,000 to Sacramento, then for better or worse, you are the average California taxpayer.
Peter Sagan Wins Opening Stage Of Amgen Tour Of CaliforniaMay 13, 2019The three-time road cycling world champion, and the winningest rider in race history, freelanced his way to the front of the opening stage Sunday in Sacramento to earn his 17th career win in North America's biggest stage race.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezPOLITICO’s Carla Marinucci On Newsom's Budget, Pete Buttigieg In CaliforniaMay 13, 2019California continues to be a major player on the national stage. Last week, Gov. Gavin Newsom released his state’s budget revision, including some items long sought after by legislators. Presidential hopefuls continued to spend time in the state. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezHow A 16-Year-Old Murder Case Reflects California’s Changing Approach To Criminal JusticeMay 13, 2019Dan Morain of CALmatters joins Insight to discuss a 16-year-old murder case that illustrates California’s changing approach to criminal justice. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
