State GovernmentCalifornia Senate Votes To End Ban On Ballot SelfiesAugust 1, 2016(AP) — The California Legislature wants voters to be allowed to post photos of their marked ballots on social media.
Elderly San Joaquin County Woman First To Test Positive For West Nile Virus This YearAugust 1, 2016 | Rich IbarraThe state is experiencing one of the highest levels ever seen of trapped mosquitoes testing positive for the West Nile virus. An elderly woman has become the first person in San Joaquin County this year to test positive for the virus. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Southbound 99 Reopens After Tractor Trailer Catches FireAugust 1, 2016A tractor trailer carrying a load of hay caught fire on southbound 99 shutting down all southbound lanes of traffic Monday afternoon. The freeway reopened at about 9:30 p.m.
State GovernmentSacramento State Gets Grant To Help Migrant Farmworker StudentsAugust 1, 2016 | Ed JoyceA $2.3 million federal grant will be used to help migrant farmworker students at Sacramento State. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
National Guard Sends 380 To Help Firefighting EffortAugust 1, 2016 | Bob MoffittCal Fire has asked for help fighting two large fires along the coast and in southern California. The National Guard has responded.
Helping Change The Lives Of Foster Kids One Laptop At A TimeAugust 1, 2016For many young students, easy access to a laptop computer may be something that's just taken for granted. For those growing up in foster care, that's usually not the case. A partnership of small California nonprofits is helping to change that. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
From Tampon Taxes To Overtime Pay, Legislature Weighs Bills Geared Toward WomenAugust 1, 2016Summer recess is over for the California Legislature. Lawmakers will be back in the Capitol today to begin a final month of work before adjourning for the rest of the year. Among the bills still left to consider are several related to helping women. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Area Gas Prices Lower Than Last Year's At This TimeAugust 1, 2016 | Steve MilneA new report finds Sacramento area gas prices fell six cents per gallon in the past week. The average price for a gallon in the region is now $2.57.
Soberanes Fire In Monterey County Continues To Threaten Thousands Of HomesAugust 1, 2016The Soberanes Fire burning near Big Sur in Monterey County continues to threaten 2,000 structures. The 11-day old fire has scorched 40,000 acres and destroyed 57 homes.
Food and SustainabilityRooftop Bee Hives Elevate Urban BeekeepingAugust 1, 2016 | Julia MitricWhen urbanites encounter honey bees, some run away in fear while others dream of honey. Two women are on a mission to help people feel more at ease with bees while boosting the urban ecosystem. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
