Undocumented Immigration In CaliforniaSanctuary Cities Draw ScrutinyJuly 13, 2015 | Katie OrrThe alleged murder of a San Francisco woman by an undocumented immigrant with a criminal history has revived a debate in the California Capitol over sanctuary cities. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentFire Officials: Hobby Drones Hamper Firefighting In CaliforniaJuly 10, 2015 | Ed JoyceFederal, state, Sacramento County and other fire agencies want people who fly hobby drones to stay out the sky near wildfires. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentReport Shows Potential Fracking ProblemsJuly 9, 2015 | Katie OrrA new report out today says regulations for the process known as hydraulic fracturing or "fracking" need to be tightened to prevent environmental problems. And new legislation could emerge to do just that. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Governor To Meet With Pope On Climate ChangeJuly 9, 2015(AP) - California Gov. Jerry Brown is heading to Vatican City to discuss climate change and modern slavery with dignitaries including Pope Francis.
State GovernmentBill Would Legalize Citizen Recordings Of Police OfficersJuly 9, 2015 | Ben AdlerCalifornia law is vague on whether people can record photos and videos of police officers while the officers are doing their jobs. A bill that passed the state Legislature Thursday seeks to clarify that it’s legal. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Legislative Panel Approves Minimum Wage HikeJuly 9, 2015(AP) - A state legislative committee has approved a plan to raise California's minimum wage again and tie future increases to inflation.
EnvironmentCalifornia Drought: Warmest June Ever For CaliforniaJuly 9, 2015 | Ed JoyceCalifornia is on pace for its warmest year on record in the fourth year of drought. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentAnti-Smoking Measures Stall In AssemblyJuly 8, 2015 | Katie OrrAnti-smoking advocates in California have taken a hit. Bills to raise the state’s smoking age and expand regulations on electronic cigarettes were both stalled in committee today. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentWater Regulators Look At Pricing To Encourage ConservationJuly 8, 2015 | Amy QuintonCalifornia water regulators are discussing how to maximize conservation during the drought by changing the price of water. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentRecidivism Rate For California Offenders Drops AgainJuly 8, 2015 | Ed JoyceCalifornia prison officials say the rate at which inmates released return to state custody has dropped. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
