EnvironmentCalifornia Legislation Would Increase Low-income Access To Green Vehicle Incentive ProgramAugust 7, 2014 | Max PringleA California bill would increase the share of its zero-emission vehicle incentive program going to low and moderate income Californians. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBrown Says State Facing Unprecedented InequalityAugust 6, 2014 | Katie OrrCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown says the state is dealing with historically unprecedented economic inequality. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Considering Rights Bill For Student Veterans At For-Profit CollegesAugust 6, 2014 | Max PringleFor-profit colleges in California would come under more state scrutiny regarding the quality of the education they provide student veterans, under a bill now in the legislature. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBrown Calls For New, Smaller Water BondAugust 5, 2014 | Ben AdlerCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown has broken his silence on water bond talks in an interview with Capital Public Radio. He’s opposing the $11 billion measure currently on the November ballot and proposing a $6 billion bond instead. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Bill Would Guarantee Full Health Plan Birth Control AccessAugust 5, 2014 | Max PringleA bill in the California legislature would mandate full access to FDA-approved birth control methods covered in health care plans. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentTime Running Out To Reach Water Bond DealAugust 4, 2014 | Katie OrrTime is running out for the California Legislature and Governor Jerry Brown to send a new water bond to the November ballot. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentWater, School Bonds Top Legislature's Agenda As Final Month BeginsAugust 4, 2014 | Ben AdlerA water bond, a school bond, a statewide plastic bag ban and paid sick leave are all on California lawmakers’ agenda as they return Monday for their final month of session. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Bill Would Allow Families to Obtain Gun Restraining OrdersAugust 4, 2014 | Max PringleUnder a bill in the California Senate, families and friends of mentally unstable people could get firearm restraining orders if they suspect the person is a safety threat. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentMore Than A Dozen Wildfires Prompt Governor To Declare State Of EmergencyAugust 2, 2014(AP) Gov. Jerry Brown has declared a state of emergency, as more than a dozen wildfires are threatening areas across central and northern California, with extreme drought conditions putting other areas at risk.
Health CareCovered California Enrollees To See Modest Increase in PremiumsAugust 1, 2014 | Pauline BartoloneCalifornians with Covered California plans will see variations in their premiums next year. Officials urge people to shop around for plans. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
