EnvironmentThe 'New Normal' For Wildfires In CaliforniaAugust 3, 2016 | Ed JoyceThe number of acres burned by wildfires in the U.S. is about average for this time of year. But, in California, the 'new normal' includes larger and more frequent wildfires. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Feds Hand PG&E A Legal Victory In Criminal Trial Over Its Pipeline Safety PoliciesAugust 3, 2016Without explanation, prosecutors slashed a multi-million dollar criminal penalty they were seeking in a trial over gas pipeline safety.
Environmentalists Sue State For Approving Oil Well Injections In AquiferAugust 3, 2016(AP) — An environmental group is suing the state for approving oil well injections into a federally protected aquifer near California's Central Coast.
Residents Urge Gov. Brown To Shut Down Aliso Canyon For GoodAugust 3, 2016(AP) — Residents of Porter Ranch in Southern California are urging Gov. Jerry Brown to permanently close the nearby Aliso Canyon gas storage facility.
State GovernmentBid To Extend California's Climate Change Fight In JeopardyAugust 3, 2016 | Ben AdlerCalifornia leaders took victory laps at last week’s Democratic convention, touting the state’s role fighting climate change. But back at the state Capitol, Gov. Jerry Brown’s push to set a new greenhouse gas reduction goal appears to be stalling. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Stockton Mayor Isn't Cooperating With Investigators Over A Gun Used In A KillingAugust 3, 2016 | Rich IbarraThe San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office says Stockton Mayor Anthony Silva is refusing to answer questions regarding a gun used in the killing of 13-year-old boy last year, which had previously belonged to the mayor. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareCalifornia to Open Two Native American Youth Treatment CentersAugust 3, 2016 | Ja'Nel JohnsonTwo drug and alcohol treatment centers for Native American youth will open in Northern and Southern California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Cold Fire In Yolo County Grows To 4,600 AcresAugust 3, 2016UPDATE 7:19 p.m.: According to Cal Fire, the Cold Fire in Yolo county is now 4,600 acres and 10% contained, with difficult access presenting an ongoing challenge.
Water Conservation Wanes In California As Most Mandatory Restrictions EndAugust 3, 2016It appears that California water suppliers have by and large abandoned mandatory water conservation — and it may be showing up in the latest monthly statistics on water saving in the state. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Does Flossing Help Or Not? The Evidence Is Mixed At BestAugust 3, 2016Since 1979, the federal government has urged daily flossing. But the recommendation was removed recently from U.S. dietary guidelines after health advisers found the evidence of benefits to be weak.
