After Vote, Uneven Approach Emerges In Nevada Pot Law EnforcementNovember 17, 2016(AP) - Reno's city prosecutor is following the lead of his counterparts in Las Vegas, who say they won't prosecute minor possession of marijuana cases until pot becomes legal in Nevada in less than six weeks.
California Announces $14M Settlement With BP Over Gas TanksNovember 17, 2016(AP) - California prosecutors have announced a $14 million settlement with BP over violations in operating and maintaining underground storage tanks at gas stations in the state.
Legal Pot Brings Temporary Tax Break For Some Medical UsersNovember 17, 2016(AP) - Some California medical marijuana users are getting a tax break.
UC Sets New Sexual Harassment Rules For Its Governing BodyNovember 17, 2016(AP) - The University of California has created new guidelines on sexual harassment for its governing board in response to a widely publicized incident last month.
Prosecutor Accused Of Faking Confession Faces SuspensionNovember 17, 2016(AP) - The California State Bar is recommending a one-year suspension from practicing law for a Kern County prosecutor accused of falsifying a confession in a child molestation case.
San Joaquin County, Employee Union Reach Tentative Contract AgreementNovember 17, 2016 | Rich IbarraAfter 10 months of negotiation and a 3-day strike, San Joaquin County and the union representing 4,500 county employees have reached a tentative agreement on a 3-year contract. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
District That Removed Teen From Graduation Eases Dress CodeNovember 17, 2016(AP) - Officials at a Northern California school district have relaxed rules on what graduating students can wear after a student was escorted out in May because he refused to remove an African cloth.
Elk Grove Approves Casino/Mall Plan As Faceless Opposition Launches PetitionNovember 17, 2016 | Bob MoffittThe Elk Grove City Council voted to scrap half of the Elk Grove Mall project in order to get construction on the other half started sooner. But, an unknown opposition force is working to halt the project.
Trump's Water Promises To Central Valley Could Face State And Federal OppositionNovember 17, 2016Earlier this year, Donald Trump met with Central Valley farmers about the drought, then told a rally there was no drought and promised to turn on the spigots. But as KQED Science Editor Craig Miller reports, that may be easier said than done. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Homeowners Staying Put, Market StagnatingNovember 17, 2016 | Steve MilneSacramento's housing market has hit a logjam. Homeowners are staying in their homes longer to amass equity. That's shrinking the inventory of properties available for first-time home buyers . Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Mental Health SeriesIntensive Mental Health Treatments: Options Of Last ResortNovember 17, 2016 | Bob MoffittWhen therapy and drugs are unable to treat symptoms of severe depression and other mental health conditions, there are other options. Electroconvulsive therapy and other intensive therapies can be effective treatments of last resort. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezPostmodern Jukebox: Pop Meets Old Time Jazz In A Unique Alzheimer’s EventNovember 17, 2016Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox is redefining modern pop with a unique twist, transposing classic hits into jazz tunes. Max Perry from the Aid Society and Scott Bradlee join us to discuss. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezAuthor Lois Abraham Returns To Insight With Second BookNovember 17, 2016Author Lois Abraham returns to Insight to talk about her second book "Tina Goes to Heaven." She talks about the inspiration and meaning behind the novel. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezIndie-Jazz Duo Natalie Cressman And Mike Bono Promote New Album November 17, 2016Natalie Cressman and Mike Bono return to Insight to promote their new album "Etchings in Amber," with a live performance in studio. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Judge Gives More Time For 'Online Brothel'November 16, 2016(AP) -- A California judge is giving both sides more time before he tosses out pimping charges against the operators of a major international website that advertises escort services.
State GovernmentDespite Great Uncertanities, California Could Survive Mild RecessionNovember 16, 2016 | Ben AdlerThe California budget is now in strong enough shape to withstand a mild recession, according to a new report out Wednesday from the state’s nonpartisan Legislative Analyst’s Office. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California CountsPollsters: Election Results Show California Unlike Rest Of AmericaNovember 16, 2016 | Ben AdlerIt’s often said that “as California goes, so goes the nation.” But that’s rarely been less true than in last week’s election. Two of California’s most highly respected pollsters say the results underscore just how different the Golden State is. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento County Election Update: Still Lots Of Votes To CountNovember 16, 2016 | Bob MoffittThe Sacramento County Elections Office has updated the ballot count from the November 8 general election. No good news for supporters of the measures that are just under the two-thirds requirement to pass.
Former Sacramento-Area Teacher Accused Of Double Homicide In OaklandNovember 16, 2016A San Jose woman accused of killing two women and their son in an Oakland home is a former Sacramento area teacher.
Gavin Newsom understates California’s big drop in gun homicidesNovember 16, 2016In a press conference the day after Prop 63 passed, Newsom made several claims about the effectiveness of California’s gun restrictions. We looked into one specific claim.
