BusinessAffordable Housing Could Affect Larger MarketMarch 30, 2015 | Katie OrrSome elected Democrats in California are pushing for the creation of a new revenue stream to pay for affordable housing projects in the state. And how those projects get built may affect the broader housing market. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentPot Commission Releases Legalization ReportMarch 26, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia voters may get to decide next year whether to legalize recreational marijuana. But a new report out today says there are several questions that should be considered first. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWomen's Caucus Prioritizes Work, Child Care BillsMarch 24, 2015 | Katie OrrThe California Legislative Women’s Caucus has announced its priorities for the year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
BusinessFolsom City Council Considers Increase In Construction FeeMarch 24, 2015 | Ed JoyceSeveral homebuilding groups plan to attend a Folsom City Council meeting Tuesday, to voice their concerns about a proposal to increase construction fees to fund parks. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLack Of Coastal Housing Driving All Prices UpMarch 17, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia has fallen dramatically behind the amount of housing it needs to keep up with supply. But a new report out today says building more won't be easy. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia Safety-Net Hospitals 'At Risk' Under Health System ChangesMarch 16, 2015 | Pauline BartoloneThroughout California, many hospitals that serve mostly low-income patients face financial strains. Hospitals and economists say changes in the health care system are making the problems even worse. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Considers Cracking Down On Ivory SalesMarch 10, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia lawmakers are weighing in on the illegal sale of ivory. A bill that passed an Assembly committee today that would tighten restrictions on ivory sales in the state. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityLocal Brewery Creates New Dishes With Spent GrainsMarch 10, 2015 | Lesley McClurgWhen you brew beer there's a lot of grain and hops leftover. The by-product looks like wet granola. Often the goopy mash is diverted to farms for animal feed or composted. But, a Sacramento brewery is serving it to humans. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
BusinessDrexel To Close Sacramento CampusMarch 5, 2015 | Bob MoffittThe Philadelphia-based university opened its Sacramento campus six years ago. The school president says the school can provide better service to students in Philadelphia and online.
State GovernmentBig Businesses Weigh In On DroughtMarch 5, 2015 | Katie OrrBig businesses in California say they want to be more involved in managing the state’s water supply. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
