Ose's Lead Narrows, Bera Trailing By 530 VotesNovember 10, 2014 | Bob MoffittAfter taking the weekend off, elections employees return today to counting 80,000 ballots from the Nov. 4 general election. The latest count shows Bera now trails challenger Ose by 530 votes. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWild Turkeys Cause Nuisance Complaints in Sacramento, Bay AreaNovember 10, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneState wildlife managers says complaints about wild turkeys have persisted since they've stopped releasing the birds for hunting. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New System Allows Cal ISO To Purchase Power Automatically When NeededNovember 10, 2014 | Bob MoffittCalifornia's Independent System Operator says it now has faster and cheaper access to power thanks to a new automated system. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Bus Honoring Veterans Rolled Out In StocktonNovember 10, 2014 | Rich IbarraThe San Joaquin Regional Transit is honoring veterans by rolling out a special bus and providing a 31-day bus pass to veterans and those serving in the military through November.
First Of Tahoe Ski Resorts Open For The SeasonNovember 10, 2014Over the weekend, the first two Sierra ski areas opened. The National Ski Area’s Association expects this to be a record year for attendance nationwide.
Kings File Update Plans With CityNovember 7, 2014 | Bob MoffittThe Kings development arm has filed plans with the city's planning commission to be heard at next month's commission meeting.
Rules For Bicyclists Considered In SacramentoNovember 7, 2014 | Bob MoffittThe Sacramento City Council's law and legislation committee is considering a change to the laws for bicyclists in the city.
EnvironmentCalifornia Fishing Easier During This Year's Dry Conditions, State SaysNovember 7, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneState wildlife managers say dry conditions make it more likely a fish will take the bait. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Election Results, $6.5 Million House, Bitcoin ATM At Roseville GalleriaNovember 7, 2014 | Alan RayWith the midterm elections mostly in the books, Sacramento businesses didn't get exactly what they wanted. Sacramento Business Journal Editor Jack Robinson talks about what the results mean to the local economy. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentDrought: Sacramento Region Receives Millions In GrantsNovember 6, 2014 | Bob MoffittThe California Department of Water Resources has awarded more than $14 million in grants for water-related projects in the Sacramento region. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Still 80,000 Votes To Count In Sacramento CountyNovember 6, 2014 | Bob MoffittFinal election results for several races in Sacramento County may not be known until next Friday at the earliest.
State GovernmentUC, Defying Brown, Calls For Tuition IncreasesNovember 6, 2014 | Ben AdlerUniversity of California President Janet Napolitano is proposing five consecutive years of five percent tuition increases – unless Gov. Jerry Brown and state lawmakers give the UC more money in the state budget.. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Versus Big Plastic Campaign LaunchedNovember 6, 2014 | Ed JoyceA coalition of California environmental, labor and business groups, and local government officials launched a campaign Thursday to fight an effort to overturn the statewide ban on single-use plastic grocery bags. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentThousands Expected To Flock To Lodi Sandhill Crane FestivalNovember 6, 2014 | Rich IbarraThe 18th Annual Sandhill Crane Festival is attracting not only birds to Lodi, as thousands of visitors are heading to town to see the annual migration resting spot. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentNestlé Water Plant's Impact On Sacramento's SupplyNovember 6, 2014 | Ed JoyceCritics claim the Nestlé water bottling plant is draining Sacramento's water supply and marking it up for profit at a time when the on-going drought is reducing supply. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Drought Forces Dredging In Lake TahoeNovember 6, 2014 | Ky PlaskonAmong many effects of the drought, low water levels at Lake Tahoe are forcing marina owners to dredge to maintain boat access. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Scientists Find New Coral Species Off CaliforniaNovember 6, 2014(AP) - A new species of coral has been discovered in Sonoma County.
UC To Consider Plan To Hike Tuition Over 5 YearsNovember 6, 2014 (AP) - Students at the University of California's 10 campuses could be looking at a substantial tuition increase.
State GovernmentBrown Promises Both Fiscal Restraint And New ProjectsNovember 5, 2014 | Ben AdlerCalifornia Gov. Jerry Brown acknowledges there’s a paradox in his platform of fiscal restraint combined with big projects like the Delta tunnels and high-speed rail. He says striking a balance will be key to his unprecedented fourth term. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Greenhouse Gases Reduced Well Below Stringent "Cap"November 5, 2014 | Amy QuintonPolluting industries required to reduce greenhouse gas emissions under California’s cap and trade program produced emissions well below the stringent cap imposed in 2013. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
