State GovernmentVaccine Bill Referendum FiledJuly 1, 2015 | Ben AdlerCalifornia’s vaccine debate may not be over yet. One day after Gov. Jerry Brown signed the end of the personal belief exemption into law, a leading opponent has filed a referendum on the measure with the Attorney General’s office.
State GovernmentSmartphones Must Now Have Kill SwitchJuly 1, 2015 | Katie OrrA new law requires smartphones sold in California to come with added protections. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentFire Concerns With Fireworks Sales In Northern CaliforniaJuly 1, 2015 | Ed JoyceIn the fourth year of drought in California, sales and use of "safe and sane" fireworks are restricted in some areas, allowed in others. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentAll California Workers Now Eligible For Sick PayJuly 1, 2015 | Lesley McClurgStarting July 1, about 6.5 million Californians become eligible for paid sick leave.