EnvironmentSan Joaquin River Hits Flood Stage, Expected To Rise To Danger StageFebruary 15, 2017 | Rich IbarraThe San Joaquin River reached flood stage on Tuesday and may reach the danger level by this weekend. The coming rain and strong winds will put the levees to the test. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California's State-Run Retirement Program Imperiled By House VoteFebruary 15, 2017 | Ben BradfordThe U.S. House of Representatives has voted for a resolution that could disallow a new state-run retirement program in California, affecting as many as seven million workers.
Oroville Spillway: Butte County Sheriff Responding To Drones And Social Media ConcernsFebruary 15, 2017As work continues on the Oroville Dam emergency spillway site, the Butte County Sheriff's Department has had some of its attention diverted by unusual distractions — drones and hysteria caused by social media posts.
To Mexican Senators Visiting Sacramento, California Feels "Like A Home"February 15, 2017 | Ben AdlerMexican senators visiting California's state Capitol this week say they feel no different setting foot in America now than they did before last year’s presidential election. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentReclamation Districts Try To Stay Ahead Of Rain And SeepageFebruary 15, 2017 | Bob MoffittWork continues on a boil on a Sacramento River levee near the Natomas Cross Canal.
How a Central Valley Prison Makes Progress Against Valley FeverFebruary 15, 2017In 2011, an alarming rise in Cocci cases across the southwest prompted widespread concern about the infection. Since then, progress has been made in a surprising place: prisons. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentOfficials Lift Tyler Island Evacuation AdvisoryFebruary 15, 2017 | Randol WhiteUPDATE Feb. 17, 9 a.m.: The evacuation advisory for residents in Tyler Island and the east section of Walnut Grove has been lifted.
Trump Labor Pick Andrew Puzder's Nomination Appears In JeopardyFebruary 15, 2017The fast food CEO faced fierce opposition from labor groups, plus personal controversies. Ultimately, he didn't have support from enough Republican Senators.
Fifty Cent Rise In Sacramento Area Gas Prices ExpectedFebruary 15, 2017 | Steve MilneIf you're not happy with $2.70, today's average price for a gallon of gas in Sacramento, you're certainly not going to be too pleased with $3.20, which could be the new normal as we head towards May. That's the word from a petroleum analyst. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Dozens Of People Move Tons Of Rocks Into Place At Oroville Emergency SpillwayFebruary 15, 2017Engineers at Lake Oroville say work is being performed around the clock by nearly 100 people, to get the emergency spillway in safe condition for upcoming storms and spring runoff.
