State GovernmentCalifornia Lawmakers Approve New Online Community College, Expanded Tax BreaksJune 19, 2018 | Ben BradfordCalifornia lawmakers passed several "budget trailer bills" on Monday, including one authorizing a new, online community college. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
2 Federal Agencies Take Closer Look Into Tesla FireJune 18, 2018(AP) — One federal safety agency has dispatched an investigator and another says it is gathering information on a Tesla battery fire in Southern California.
GOP Candidate For California Governor Pushes Gas Tax RepealJune 18, 2018(AP) — Republican candidate for California governor John Cox on Monday blasted a recent gas tax increase, previewing a central theme of his campaign message about the state's high cost of living.
EnvironmentEnvironmentalists Sue To Block Possible Elk Grove ExpansionJune 18, 2018 | Ezra David RomeroThe idea of expanding the city of Elk Grove's sphere of influence is being questioned by environmental groups. Meanwhile, the city says expansion could bring needed jobs. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Legislature Discusses New Policy On Sexual HarassmentJune 18, 2018 | Ben AdlerState lawmakers are moving toward adopting a new policy on how the Legislature will investigate sexual harassment complaints. A joint Senate-Assembly subcommittee discussed the proposal Monday after its public release on Friday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
San Joaquin RTD To Offer Free Bus Rides ThursdayJune 18, 2018 | Rich IbarraThe free rides will be part of the national “Dump the Pump” Day to promote public transit.
Dam Could Fail, Washoe County Emergency Officials SayJune 18, 2018 | Bob MoffittThe imminent threat of a dam failing in Washoe County, Nevada, has been downgraded. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State Government‘Water Tax’ Debate Continues After California Budget PassageJune 18, 2018 | Ben BradfordThe state’s next budget does not include a new charge on water users to fund safe drinking water in rural communities, but that proposal is still alive. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Counties See Higher Turnout Under New Vote ModelJune 18, 2018The tally done so far in the counties using the new model — Sacramento, Nevada, San Mateo, Madera and Napa — shows turnout on track to exceed or meet voter numbers in the last midterm primary.
State GovernmentSwinging For The Fences, California Sports Teams Ask Lawmakers For Special DealsJune 18, 2018As basketball season hits its final buzzer and baseball season gets into full swing, it’s also peak deal-making season for legislators rushing toward their August adjournment.
