EnvironmentMariposa Cleans Up And Prepares For More RainFebruary 9, 2017 | Bob MoffittHeavy rains brought flooding and erosion in Mariposa County on Tuesday. Crews spent Wednesday working to redirect flood waters and to identify a breach in the wastewater treatment system.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezA Beacon Of Activism And Culture, Sol Collective Looks For Long Stay In SacramentoFebruary 9, 2017For over a decade now, Sol Collective has been a cultural resource in Sacramento for activism, musicians and performing artists. Founder Estella Sanchez joins Insight to discuss the nonprofit's goals and state of activism in a Trump administration. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Utility To Pay $8.5 Million To Settle Suit Over Gas BlowoutFebruary 8, 2017(AP) - A California utility will pay $8.5 million to settle a lawsuit over a blowout that spewed natural gas for nearly four months and drove thousands of residents from their Los Angeles homes.
State GovernmentBrown Sets California's Priorities For Trump Infrastructure BillFebruary 8, 2017 | Ben AdlerGov. Jerry Brown’s administration has released its list of California priorities for a potential federal infrastructure funding package backed by President Trump. The list is noteworthy not only for the projects it includes but for the ones left off. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentObama EPA Head Says Calif. Must Lead Climate Change ActionFebruary 8, 2017 | Ben BradfordFormer EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy flew to California to discuss environmental action with Democratic lawmakers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Extends Drought Regulations Despite RainsFebruary 8, 2017 | Amy QuintonCalifornia regulators voted to extend statewide water conservation rules. They say conservation should be a way of life.
EnvironmentDrought And Floods Taxing California's Water SystemFebruary 8, 2017 | Amy QuintonA new report shows land in the San Joaquin Valley continues to sink at an alarming rate, putting federal and state aqueducts and flood control structures at risk. At the same time, engineers are working to repair Oroville dam spillway. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Engineers At Lake Oroville Test Strength Of Eroding Spillway February 8, 2017 | Randol WhiteEngineers at Lake Oroville are currently testing the strength of an eroding spillway by allowing the release of 20,000 cubic feet of water per second to run down it for a couple of hours.
MOSTLY FALSE: Claim Calif. Lawmakers Can’t Afford Housing Distorts The TruthFebruary 8, 2017California Assembly Republican Leader Chad Mayes recently claimed state lawmakers "cannot afford to buy housing in California." We rated his claim Mostly False. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentSan Joaquin County Extends Its Drought EmergencyFebruary 8, 2017 | Rich IbarraThe San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors has voted to continue its drought emergency while other counties are looking at lifting conservation measures.
Records Show Repeat Visits To Oakland Warehouse Before FireFebruary 8, 2017(AP) - Police in Oakland visited a cluttered warehouse converted into an illegal residence dozens of times in the several years before it burned down, killing 36 people.
Researchers Find Mold In Medical Marijuana SamplesFebruary 8, 2017 | Steve MilneSome users of medicinal pot could be at risk of serious and even fatal infections. That's the warning from UC Davis researchers after finding potentially lethal bacteria and mold on 20 cannabis samples obtained from Northern California dispensaries. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
The Number Of Hungry And Homeless Students Rises Along With College CostsFebruary 8, 2017Research shows that many college students across the country are working, borrowing and still falling behind.
More Storms To Hit Northern CaliforniaFebruary 8, 2017Flood warnings and wind advisories are still in effect as another powerful storm is expected to move into Northern California Thursday.
Tree Trimmer Killed While Working On Tree IdentifiedFebruary 8, 2017Officials have identified a tree trimmer who died after a limb snapped while he worked in a large tree in a Sacramento neighborhood.
Wrong-Way Crash On I-80 Kills TwoFebruary 8, 2017 | Cody DrabbleTwo people were killed Tuesday night after a wrong-way driver crashed into multiple vehicles on eastbound Interstate 80 at Northgate.
Advocates Push For Nitrate Fees To Fund Clean WaterFebruary 8, 2017 | Ja'Nel JohnsonWater advocates are considering imposing a fee on nitrates to fund clean, affordable water for disadvantaged communities. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Lawmakers Fast-Track Immigration Protection BillsFebruary 8, 2017 | Ben BradfordCalifornia lawmakers are expediting three bills in order to shield immigrants from deportation after the election of President Donald Trump. The third bill has passed its initial committee. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareWill They Or Won't They? Physician Participation In End Of Life Option ActFebruary 8, 2017 | Ja'Nel JohnsonPhysicians must now decide whether to assist patients asking for an end-of-life drug under the state’s new aid in dying law. But how does a doctor decide if they should participate in the practice? Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezChamber Music Society Of Sacramento Previews Its 30th Season February 8, 2017The Chamber Music of Sacramento opens its 30th anniversary season with a "Musical Tour Du Monde." Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
