Special Election For Sacramento City Council District 6 UnderwayApril 7, 2015UPDATE 9:34 PM -- Polls for the Sacramento City Council District 6 Election have closed. Here's the latest results.
California Cities Pressured To Step Up To Slash Water UseApril 7, 2015(AP) - California communities are preparing to crack down on water guzzlers and wasters in response to the worsening drought.
UPDATE: NWS Issues Severe Thunderstorm Warning For Several CountiesApril 7, 2015UPDATE: The NWS confirmed sightings of a funnel cloud Tuesday afternoon, but said there were no touchdowns.The sightings were reported after officials issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Placer, Sacramento, Sutter and Yolo counties.
State GovernmentNot All Schools Technologically Ready For New Standardized TestsApril 7, 2015 | Ben AdlerA new study shows not all California school districts have the technology infrastructure to effectively administer the state’s new online standardized tests. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Kids Cry, Parents Push As Easter Egg Hunt Turns RowdyApril 7, 2015(AP) - What should have been a fun-filled Easter egg hunt in California turned rowdy, with toddlers crying and parents pushing to snag the colorful eggs.
State GovernmentState Targets Illegal Water Diversions By Marijuana GrowersApril 6, 2015 | Ben AdlerA new California Department of Fish and Wildlife study says illegal water diversions by marijuana growers are drying up streams – with potentially lethal effects for salmon and steelhead trout. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentElectric Skateboards In Bike Lanes? It Could Happen...April 6, 2015 | Ben AdlerCalifornia law prohibits motorized skateboards. But a bill in the state Legislature would legalize them – and regulate them the way bicycles are regulated. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Stockton Builders Push For A Reduction In FeesApril 6, 2015 | Rich IbarraThe residential construction industry in Stockton is hoping for a recovery in home building. Builders say lower development fees must come first. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentFishing Ban Proposed On Stretch Of Sacramento RiverApril 6, 2015 | Amy QuintonState fisheries biologists have proposed a fishing ban on one of the most popular stretches of river for trout in California. They hope the temporary ban will protect endangered winter-run Chinook salmon struggling in the drought. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Card Room Changes Proposed For SacramentoApril 6, 2015 | Bob MoffittThey won't help you figure out if your straight will hold up against whatever the other guy has, but they are designed to give residents more say when a card room wants to move next door. They also make life a little easier for card room owners. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
