Authorities Spending $8 Million To Reduce Prison OverdosesJune 22, 2015(AP) - Authorities are spending $8 million this year on efforts to reduce the number of California prison inmates who die of drug overdoses.
High Carcinogen Levels Found In Some Sacramento County WellsJune 22, 2015(AP) - A search for new sources of water by Sacramento County's Rio Linda-Elverta Community Water District has found that wells closest to a former Air Force base have high levels of hexavalent chromium, or chromium-6, a known carcinogen.
Food and SustainabilityWater Saving Tips For Your Vegetable GardenJune 22, 2015 | Lesley McClurgA master gardener offers expert advice on planting a drought resistant vegetable garden this summer.
Sacramento Received More Water Waste Complaints Compared To Most Suppliers In CaliforniaJune 22, 2015 | Marnette FederisSacramento received 3,100 water waste complaints in the month of April -- that’s the most out of nearly 400 agencies in the state. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento AME Church Vows To Keep Doors Open After Charleston TragedyJune 22, 2015 | Steve MilneForgiveness, solidarity and defiance of evil: That was the message at Allen Chapel AME church in Del Paso Heights yesterday, the first Sunday after the massacre in Charleston. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Must Change Tax Or Face Losing BillionsJune 22, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia’s Managed Care Organization tax is a federal revenue source that’s expected to bring in over $1 billion in the coming year. But the federal government says it must be changed. And that could affect consumers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityIt's Not Clear If New Animal Welfare Law Is Creating Better ConditionsJune 22, 2015 | Lesley McClurgIn 2008, Californians passed a law by a two-thirds majority to give egg-laying hens more space to move around. Farmers have had the last seven years to comply. We visit a farm to see if conditions have improved. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
USGA Sets Up Del Paso Defense Against Attacks From Best Players In The WorldJune 22, 2015 | Bob MoffittThe United States Golf Association has narrowed the fairways and increased the speed of the greens for this week's U.S. Senior Open golf championship in Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentRonald Reagan's Nuanced Legacy As California GovernorJune 22, 2015 | Ben AdlerA statue of President Ronald Reagan was unveiled in the California state Capitol rotunda Monday. Much has been said of Reagan’s legacy as president – but his time as California governor often goes overlooked. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Arts and LifestyleScenes From Sacramento Wizard World 2015June 20, 2015 | Melody StoneThe geeks will inherit the Sacramento Convention Center this weekend. Wizard World, the comic book convention, is back for a second year. We stopped by Friday afternoon to check out the comics and celebrities... but mostly the costumes.
