California CountsCalifornia's US Senate Race: Unique, Historic And Utterly BoringOctober 5, 2016 | Ben AdlerConsidering how historic California’s open U.S. race is this year, what’s most remarkable is how boring it’s been. That could change Wednesday night, when Kamala Harris and Loretta Sanchez meet for their lone general election debate. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Does Calif. Republican Scott Jones ‘Want To Build A Wall’ And ‘Deport Folks?'October 5, 2016 | Chris NicholsDemocratic Congressman Ami Bera has repeatedly described his Republican challenger’s immigration stance as "extreme," saying it compares with Donald Trump’s. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California CountsElection 2016 FAQ: Proposition 55, Extension Of Income Tax IncreaseOctober 5, 2016Proposition 55 extends for another 12 years the temporary tax increases mandated by earlier proposition.
California CountsElection 2016 FAQ: Proposition 56, Tobacco Tax IncreaseOctober 5, 2016Proposition 56 raises the tax rate for tobacco from one of lowest in the country to one of the highest.
Alternate Forms Of Transit Used To Good Effect For First Golden 1 ConcertOctober 4, 2016 | Bob MoffittTraffic around Sacramento’s Golden 1 Center was relatively light Tuesday afternoon as hundreds of people took ride-sharing services or Regional Transit to the Paul McCartney concert.
McCartney Opens Golden 1 Center In SacramentoOctober 4, 2016 | Bob MoffittThe Golden 1 Center hosted its first event, the Paul McCartney concert, in downtown Sacramento. There were beaded outfits, a cover band and one 12-year-old who had her heart broken, only to have it mended. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
NPR Live Fact-Check: Vice Presidential DebateOctober 4, 2016NPR's politics team, with help from reporters and editors who cover national security, immigration, business, foreign policy and more, is live annotating the debate starting at 6 p.m.
Kaine And Pence Clash In Only Vice Presidential DebateOctober 4, 2016Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Kaine and Republican vice presidential nominee Mike Pence Tuesday evening for their only debate, at Longwood University in Farmville, Va.
State GovernmentAre Rigid Employment Licensing Requirements Hurting California's Economy?October 4, 2016 | Daniel PotterTo get a job in California, you often need a license. A report from a nonpartisan state oversight agency says such rules can make it tough for qualified people to get hired. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentMeadow Restoration Aims To Improve Water Supply And Combat Climate ChangeOctober 4, 2016 | Amy QuintonMajor construction is underway to restore a mountain meadow in the Sierra Nevada. Scientists say it will improve water quality, increase water supply and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
