Possible Hate Crime At Modesto Junior CollegeDecember 6, 2016 | Steve MilnePolice are investigating a possible hate crime at Modesto Junior College. A Latino man and woman say they were talking to each other in Spanish on Monday when they were assaulted by a white man who said: "You don't belong here..."
State GovernmentCalifornia To Weigh Funding Immigration LawyersDecember 6, 2016California lawmakers are proposing urgent bills to fund immigration lawyers and assist public defenders in helping protect immigrants in the state from President-elect Donald Trump's plans for more deportations.
Oakland Warehouse Manager Tells 'Today' Show: 'I Am Incredibly Sorry'December 6, 2016Derick Almena leased and managed the warehouse known as "Ghost Ship," which burned down over the weekend, killing at least 36 people. He gave an agonized, frequently tense interview on the Today show.
ACE Train Upgrade Bringing More WiFi Access To PassengersDecember 6, 2016 | Rich IbarraCommuters who take ACE trains on the two-hour trip from Stockton to San Jose are about to gain more access to WiFi with a major upgrade ACE is rolling out next month. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentRookie Lawmakers Get Crash Course On First Day Of SessionDecember 6, 2016 | Ben AdlerIt was a little like the first day of school for the newly-inaugurated members of the California Legislature Monday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California CountsLegislative Democrats Pass House Rules That Test Prop 54December 6, 2016 | Ben AdlerProposition 54 is already being tested at the state Capitol, less than one month after its approval by California voters. The ballot measure requires the Legislature to post bills in print and online for 72 hours before taking final votes.
State GovernmentCalifornia Lawmakers Declare They Will Fight Trump PoliciesDecember 5, 2016 | Ben BradfordThe return of California lawmakers to the state Capitol after an election is typically a ceremonial and celebratory affair. Not this year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentTransportation Infrastructure One Of Few Issues Where California Democrats Align With Trump AdministrationDecember 5, 2016 | Daniel PotterCalifornia's Democratic leaders have vowed to fight President-elect Trump on healthcare, immigration and the environment. But there’s one issue where both sides seem to agree on: transportation infrastructure. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentGov. Brown Comments On Union Contract DealDecember 5, 2016Details are emerging about the tentative contract between Governor Jerry Brown's administration and SEIU Local 1000, a union that represents 95,000 state employees.
House, Senate Leaders Reach Deal On California DroughtDecember 5, 2016(AP) - House and Senate leaders have reached a bipartisan agreement on a bill to authorize $170 million for Flint, Michigan and other cities beleaguered by lead in drinking water, and to provide relief to drought-stricken California.
UC President Reiterates Support For Undocumented StudentsDecember 5, 2016 | Randol WhiteUC President Janet Napolitano said Monday on CNN, information collected about students is private under federal law, and the UC system will work to keep it confidential.
Insight With Beth Ruyak November HighlightsDecember 5, 2016A collection of the shows and guests that were on Insight in November. This month focused heavily on the 2016 election season and its aftereffects.
Settlement Against Microsoft Could Bring Millions Of Dollars In Supplies To California SchoolsDecember 5, 2016California schools can now apply to receive millions of dollars of computer supplies—part of a decade-old payout from a class-action settlement against Microsoft. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Recovery Efforts At Burned Oakland Warehouse Paused Over Fear Of CollapseDecember 5, 2016A devastating fire on Friday killed at least 36 people at an artists' collective in Oakland, Calif. Firefighters temporarily halted recovery efforts after they noticed a wall was leaning.
Stockton Clothing Drive Seeks To Collect 10,000 Items For The HomelessDecember 5, 2016 | Rich IbarraOrganizers of the annual Sharing and Caring Coat, Blanket and Sock drive are hoping to collect as many as 10,000 items at this year's event in hope to keep the Stockton's poor and homeless warm for the winter in the city. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNew California Legislature To Be Sworn In MondayDecember 5, 2016 | Ben AdlerIt’s Inauguration Day Monday for the new California Legislature. The 80-member Assembly and 40-member Senate will gavel in at Noon to swear in lawmakers, then adjourn until early January. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
New Shopping Center Possible For NatomasDecember 5, 2016 | Bob MoffittTwelve acres of vacant land in Natomas could soon be home to a new shopping center. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezPolitical Junkie Goes WestDecember 5, 2016The Political Junkie is turning his analytical gaze west. Ken Rudin, known to NPR listeners from his many years talking all things politics with Neal Conan on "Talk of the Nation," joins Insight host Beth Ruyak for our signature segment. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezPolitical Memorabilia Gifts For The HolidaysDecember 5, 2016The American Political Item Collectors is hosting a show and sale event promoting political memorabilia at the Sierra 2 Center Dec. 11. Adam Gottlieb talks about show details and what it means to be a collector. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezSacramento Choral Society & Orchestra Shares Details Of Home For The Holidays ShowDecember 5, 2016The Sacramento Choral Society and Orchestra is planning a special 21st annual Home for the Holidays show in partnership with the Sacramento Children's Chorus and Green Valley Theatre Company. Director Donald Kendrick shares details on Insight. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
