State GovernmentBrown Signs Farmworker Overtime BillSeptember 12, 2016 | Ben AdlerGov. Jerry Brown has signed a bill that allows California farm workers to earn overtime pay in the same way non-farm workers do. The measure drew fierce debate in the Legislature. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Fire Burns Nearly 2 Square Miles Near SusanvilleSeptember 12, 2016(AP) - A fire near the small Northern California city of Susanville has burned nearly 2 square miles.
EnvironmentCalifornia's Albino Redwoods Mystery Might Be SolvedSeptember 12, 2016(AP) - A researcher may have figured out why albino redwoods turn white in the middle of deep green California redwood forests.
California CountsCalifornians Worry About Poverty, Income Inequality, Poll FindsSeptember 12, 2016As to whether immigrants strengthen the economy or weaken it? Survey respondents were divided. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California CountsRepeal The Death Penalty? 6 Quotes From 'Yes' And 'No' CampaignsSeptember 12, 2016We gathered a panel of six guests from all sides of the argument. They fielded questions from the audience on topics that ranged from fiscal to racial implications. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentBrown Considers Bill Allowing Salons, Barbershops To Serve Beer, WineSeptember 12, 2016 | Daniel PotterCalifornia salons and barbershops wouldn’t need a license to serve beer or wine, under a bill now on Governor Jerry Brown’s desk — though they wouldn’t be able to charge extra. Brown has until the end of the month to sign or veto the measure. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Repair Work Closes Calvine Road At Railroad CrossingSeptember 12, 2016 | Steve MilneA major thoroughfare in Elk Grove and South Sacramento County will be closed beginning at 8 a.m. Monday. Work crews will block Calvine Road from Power Inn to Elk Grove-Florin roads so that they can repair tracks at the Union Pacific Railroad crossing Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Yuba City Teachers, Administration: No Deal YetSeptember 12, 2016 | Bob MoffittUPDATE: 5:50 pm September, 12, 2016: The Yuba City Unified School District and the Yuba City Teachers Association met again today, but the strike continues.
McKinley Village To-Do List Getting ShorterSeptember 12, 2016 | Bob MoffittDevelopers of the new McKinley Village community in East Sacramento say they have completed several projects prior to offering homes for sale. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezShortage Of Maternal Healthcare Creates Crises In Parts Of CaliforniaSeptember 12, 2016There is a dire shortage of maternal healthcare in some parts of California. We’ll talk with CALmatters journalist Minerva Canto about the shortage of OB/GYN physicians in California. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
