Divisions Persist As New Calif. Transgender Law Takes EffectJanuary 3, 2014 | Katie OrrA sixteen-year-old California student was a driving force behind a new state law aimed at improving school for transgender students. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleSacAnime Takes Over DowntownJanuary 3, 2014 | Melody StoneDon't be surprised by the colorful cast of characters wandering around the Convention Center in Downtown Sacramento this Weekend - it's just thousands of anime fans.
Hard Liquor Tastings, Beer Growler Refills Now Legal in CaliforniaJanuary 2, 2014 | Ben AdlerCraft breweries and liquor distillers in California could get shots of new business as a result of two new state laws taking effect in 2014 - and beer and liquor drinkers will likely be happy as well. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
City Says Eminent Domain Should Be Approved Against CalPERS For Blocking Arena ProgressJanuary 2, 2014 | Bob MoffittThe City of Sacramento says the California Public Employees Retirement System has refused to sell property needed for a proposed downtown arena project. The City has asked the City Council to approve the use of eminent domain. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Court Allows Undocumented Immigrant to Become AttorneyJanuary 2, 2014 | Katie OrrThe California Supreme Court has admitted an undocumented immigrant to the state bar. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Dry Conditions Expected in California's First Snow Survey Of New YearJanuary 2, 2014 | Amy QuintonCalifornia’s first snow survey is scheduled for Friday. The Department of Water Resources says results are expected to be dramatically different from last year’s readings. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Immigrants In U.S. Illegally Can Apply For Driver Authorization Cards In NevadaJanuary 2, 2014(AP) -- Tens of thousands of Nevada immigrants living in the United States without legal permission will be able to get behind the wheel and travel the roads of the Silver State legally under a new law that takes effect with the new year.
Law License Granted To Immigrant Living In U.S. IllegallyJanuary 2, 2014UPDATE 10:48 A.M. (AP) -- The California Supreme Court has granted a law license to a man living in the United States illegally who graduated from law school and passed the state bar exam.
SF Chinese Consulate Officials Say Arson Attack Damaged CompoundJanuary 2, 2014(AP) -- Officials with the Chinese Consulate in San Francisco are urging American authorities to protect the safety of its diplomats after its compound was reportedly damaged in an arson attack.
LA Students, School Officials Discuss Impacts Of Transgender PolicyJanuary 2, 2014 | Katie OrrA new state law regarding transgender students is causing controversy in California. Capital Public Radio takes a look at how a similar policy has impacted the Los Angeles School Unified School District. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.