Has The Rate Of California’s Prison Spending Nearly Tripled Since 1970?January 25, 2018In his final State of the State speech, Gov. Jerry Brown suggested California has gone too far on prison spending since 1970. But has it really increased by as much as Brown claimed?
State GovernmentCalifornia Senators Vote To Force An Extended 'Leave Of Absence'January 25, 2018 | Ben BradfordCalifornia state Senators rushed from the State of the State address to adopt a new rule—and prevent the return of a lawmaker accused of sexual harassment. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentJerry Brown's Final State Of The State: A Look Back, A Path Forward And A WarningJanuary 25, 2018 | Ben AdlerCalifornia’s longest-serving governor, a three-time Democratic presidential candidate, and a one-of-a-kind American politician gave his final State of the State address on Thursday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
14-Year-Old Suspect Named In Stockton Murder CaseJanuary 25, 2018 | Rich IbarraStockton Police are offering a $10,000 reward leading to the arrest and conviction of a 14-year-old boy for murder. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Woman Files Suit Against Harvey Weinstein, Alleging 'Sexually Hostile Work Environment'January 25, 2018 | Bob MoffittA California woman who says she was sexually harassed and assaulted by movie producer Harvey Weinstein has filed suit against him in New York.
State GovernmentTranscript And Analysis: Gov. Jerry Brown's State Of The State AddressJanuary 25, 2018Read the full text of Gov. Jerry Brown's 2018 State of the State Address, annotated by Capital Public Radio reporters.
Arts and LifestyleVegan Fraternities? At UC Davis, Frats Compete For Meat-Free Street CredJanuary 25, 2018 | Julia MitricTwo UC Davis fraternities are trying to earn some vegan street cred. They've accepted a challenge from campus animal rights advocates to follow a plant-based diet for five days. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentState Of The State: Brown Focuses On Environment, Legacy Projects In Final AddressJanuary 25, 2018 | Steve Milne | Ben AdlerGov. Jerry Brown delivered his final State of the State address where he touched on issues like climate change and the controversial high-speed rail and twin-tunnels projects. He is entering his sixteenth and last year in office. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentAssembly And Senate Panel Examines "Culture Change" On Sexual HarassmentJanuary 24, 2018 | Ben BradfordThe joint panel comes after women in California politics demanded the Assembly and Senate respond together to allegations of a widespread, culture of sexual harassment at the state Capitol.
State GovernmentJustice Dept Demands Sanctuary City Documents From CaliforniaJanuary 24, 2018 | Ben BradfordThe U.S. Department of Justice is threatening to subpoena California and several cities within it over sanctuary policies.
No, California Didn’t Pass A Law Allowing Undocumented Immigrants To Register To VoteJanuary 24, 2018 | Chris NicholsPolitiFact California takes a look at a claim made by some conservative websites that the California New Motor Voter Program will register undocumented immigrant to vote.
UC Delays Vote On Raising Tuition Until MayJanuary 24, 2018(AP) - The University of California Board of Regents has delayed a vote on a proposed tuition increase until May.
Food and SustainabilityEmerging ‘Hazy IPA’ Style Takes Off In Sacramento, Complete With A Beer Festival This FridayJanuary 24, 2018 | Randol WhiteBut what makes this cloudy, murky beer so different? And why are people standing in long lines to get their hands on it? Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentFrom A ‘Real And Unprecedented’ Crisis to ‘Courage And Perseverance’: A Look Back At Gov. Jerry Brown’s Recent State Of The State AddressesJanuary 24, 2018 | Ben AdlerFor one final time Thursday morning, California Gov. Jerry Brown will stride into the Assembly chambers to — as the California Constitution reads — “report on the condition of the state.” Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Marchers Call For End To Hate Stickers Seen Throughout TurlockJanuary 24, 2018Protesters marched to Turlock’s City Hall asking the city council to do more to stop the posting of hate stickers on city property and at the Stanislaus State campus. The messages are anti-immigrants.
State GovernmentDefying Governor Brown, University of California Set To Raise Tuition AgainJanuary 24, 2018 | Ben AdlerUniversity of California Regents are scheduled to vote on a 2.5 percent tuition increase Wednesday — the second consecutive hike after a six-year freeze. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezViolinist Kerson Leong Previews Stockton Symphony ConcertJanuary 24, 2018 | Jen PicardViolinist Kerson Leong previews a show with the Stockton Symphony. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
San Francisco Swaps Columbus Day For Indigenous Peoples DayJanuary 23, 2018(AP) - San Francisco supervisors have replaced Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day, saying they want to honor Native American people and condemn the atrocities they suffered.
Bill Would Require Insurers To Pay For MudslidesJanuary 23, 2018(AP) - A state senator from Santa Barbara is introducing legislation that seeks to ensure that insurance companies cover damage from devastating mudslides.
Body Found In Northern California Water Supply PipelineJanuary 23, 2018(AP) - A man's body has been recovered from a reservoir pipeline supplying drinking water to several Northern California communities, though authorities say the water quality is not affected.
