State GovernmentBill Would Give Tax Breaks For Shelter Pet AdoptionMarch 27, 2017 | Sally LongeneckerThe Republican-sponsored bill would allow people to deduct up to $100 on their income taxes to cover adoption fees for animals more than four years old. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBill To Increase Welfare Payments Stalls In California AssemblyMarch 27, 2017 | Ben BradfordThe bill would increase welfare payments for Californians when they complete educational degrees. In an unusual twist, it’s Democrats who blocked the bill and a Republican who authored it. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Brown Swipes Trump For Border Wall, Says California To FightMarch 26, 2017California Gov. Jerry Brown likened President Donald Trump to a strongman whose goal of walling off the U.S.-Mexico border conjures other infamous barriers from the past.
UC President To Send 'Strong' Message On Mexico TripMarch 24, 2017University of California President Janet Napolitano is crossing the border next week with a message of friendship for Mexico: That America should not isolate its neighbor. She clearly hopes it will resonate in Washington, DC.
EnvironmentCalifornia Fuel Standards To Get Critical ReviewMarch 24, 2017A state review has found California is on track to meet its tougher car-emission standards and urges regulators to draft more ambitious environmental targets for the future.
State Government3 Democratic Candidates For Governor Debate EducationMarch 23, 2017 | Ben BradfordThree of the most prominent Democrats running for California governor in 2018 participated in the first debate for that political race. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezLA Times Reporter Recaps Russian Interference And Affordable Care Act Vote On Capitol ChatMarch 23, 2017 | Chris RemingtonThe House will vote Thursday for a replacement to the Affordable Care Act, with several in the California Congressional delegation remaining undecided. Sarah Wire with the LA Times explores where they stand. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Central Valley Farmers Won't Get Full Water SupplyMarch 22, 2017 | Amy QuintonCalifornia is experiencing one of its wettest winters in years. But farmers on the west side of the San Joaquin Valley still won’t receive a full supply of water from the federal Central Valley Project. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia State University System Approves 5 Percent Tuition HikeMarch 22, 2017 | Chris NicholsThousands of California State University students will pay more for their education starting this fall. That's because CSU trustees approved a 5 percent tuition increase on Wednesday despite strong opposition from students and some state leaders.
State GovernmentJudge Allows California High-Speed Rail Funding To ContinueMarch 22, 2017A judge is rejecting opponents' latest attempt to stall California's $64 billion high-speed rail project.