Regulation On Insurers' Home Replacement Estimates UpheldJanuary 24, 2017The California Supreme Court has upheld a state regulation that aims to give homeowners an accurate assessment of the amount of insurance they need to replace their homes in case of a wildfire or other disaster.
State GovernmentGovernor Sandoval Looks To Expedite Nevada Parole ProcessJanuary 24, 2017Gov. Brian Sandoval wants to avoid building a new prison to reduce overcrowding in Nevada's correctional system by speeding up the process for releasing as many as 400 inmates eligible for parole.
Trump Signs Actions To Advance Keystone, Dakota Access PipelinesJanuary 24, 2017The pipelines had been blocked by the Obama administration, and President Trump's actions are expected to reignite the energy vs. environment debate.
State GovernmentGovernor Brown Withholds Prop. 51 Funds Until Better Use Of School Bonds Are EstablishedJanuary 24, 2017 | Chris NicholsGov. Jerry Brown is in no rush to spend money from Proposition 51 until the Legislature approves plans for stronger, independent audits of school bond spending. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Appeals Court To Decide Future Of California Carbon AuctionsJanuary 24, 2017(AP) - Businesses looking to invalidate California's fee for carbon pollution take their arguments to a state appeals court Tuesday in a case that could determine the future of one of California's signature efforts to combat climate change.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezA Preview Of Gov. Jerry Brown's State Of The StateJanuary 24, 2017Gov. Jerry Brown delivers his State of the State Address to Californians Tuesday. What’s his outlook for California this year and will he position the state against Washington’s conservative policies? Capitol Bureau Chief Ben Adler has a preview. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezState Of The State: A Nation Engaged Participants Say What They Want To HearJanuary 24, 2017Gov. Jerry Brown lays out his State of the State Tuesday. A diverse group of Californians across the political spectrum discuss what they would like to hear from the governor in his speech. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezInfidelity Leads To A 'FATAL' Consequence In John Lescroart's New BookJanuary 24, 2017John Lescroart, who's made several appearances on Insight before, returns to talk about his new book titled "FATAL." He shares the details of this book that highlights how infidelity can result in a grisly consequence. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Governor Declares State Of Emergency In Counties Hit By Winter StormsJanuary 23, 2017Governor Brown declared a state of emergency Monday in 49 of California's 58 counties, in response to damage caused by severe winter storms in December and January.
Regulation On Insurers' Home Replacement Estimates UpheldJanuary 23, 2017(AP) - The California Supreme Court has upheld a state regulation that aims to give homeowners an accurate assessment of the amount of insurance they need to replace their homes in case of a wildfire or other disaster.
Trump Withdrawal From Asia Trade Pact Could Impact State's Ag ExportsJanuary 23, 2017 | Julia MitricPresident Donald Trump made good on a campaign promise by abandoning the Trans-Pacific Partnership on Monday. The trade pact negotiated by former President Obama involved 11 nations. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBecerra Confirmed As California Attorney GeneralJanuary 23, 2017 | Ben AdlerCalifornia lawmakers have given final approval to Gov. Jerry Brown’s nominee for state Attorney General, Democratic Rep. Xavier Becerra.
Motorists Trapped In Highway 89 Avalanche Take SelfieJanuary 23, 2017Two Tahoe-area men say they're doing well after being trapped in an avalanche early Monday morning.
San Joaquin County Declares Local Emergency Due To Recent Storm DamageJanuary 23, 2017 | Rich IbarraSan Joaquin County has declared a local emergency because of the recent storm damage. The county is estimating the losses in the millions of dollars. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
A Chocolate Candy Aims To Make The World Think About HungerJanuary 23, 2017Three master chefs created a special candy 'to raise awareness on food waste and hunger' and served it at Davos, where the intellectual elite meet to ponder the world's problems.
Davis Police Investigating Mosque Vandalism As Hate CrimeJanuary 23, 2017Someone smashed windows at the Davis Islamic Center early Sunday morning, and left strips of bacon on a door handle.
TRUE: California Has The Nation’s Highest Poverty Rate, When Factoring In Cost-Of-LivingJanuary 23, 2017California’s job and economic growth has outpaced much of the nation in recent years. That growth, however, has not eliminated one of the state’s biggest challenges: poverty. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Lawmakers Consider Easing Self-Driving Permit ProcessJanuary 23, 2017 | Daniel PotterAfter Uber had a spat with California regulators and took its self-driving cars to Arizona, California lawmakers are considering easing the process of receiving permits for those types of vehicles. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Department Of Water Resources To Begin Closing Sacramento Weir GatesJanuary 23, 2017 | Bob MoffittThe Department of Water Resources may begin closing the Sacramento's Weir's gates as early as Monday. Thirty-five of its 48 gates are currently open. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezA Tumultuous First Weekend For President Trump: An Analysis By Political Junkie Ken Rudin January 23, 2017It has been an up-and-down weekend for President Trump as he signed his first executive order, argued with the media over inauguration turnout and faced heat from ethics scholars seeking legal action over his foreign business interests.audio coming soon
