State GovernmentGov. Brown Slams Trump As He Calls For Climate Action In NYSeptember 18, 2017 | Ben Bradford"Stupid", "dangerous", and "silly" were among the choice words Gov. Jerry Brown used to describe President Trump's policies during a panel on climate change Monday.
Transgender Kid's Book Raises Questions For ParentsSeptember 18, 2017 | Bob MoffittSome kindergartners' parents at a Rocklin charter school were caught off guard when they learned a teacher had read a book about a transgender child to students. Now, a group that has been traditionally opposed to LGBT causes is organizing parents. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Purchase Of California Oil Hub Dropped After State SuesSeptember 18, 2017(AP) - The Valero Energy petroleum company says it is giving up plans to acquire the last independently owned petroleum terminal in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Father Charged With Murder In Deaths Of 3 ChildrenSeptember 18, 2017The West Sacramento man accused of killing his three children last week is facing three counts of premeditated murder with special circumstances.
EnvironmentMillions Of Californians May Be On Hook For Water Tunnels FundingSeptember 18, 2017SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - California is increasing the pressure on millions of Californians to help pay for two giant water tunnels that Gov. Jerry Brown wants built.
EnvironmentWhat Is Taking Over My Lawn?September 18, 2017 | Bob MoffittDandelions and crab grass are typically the primary invaders of northern California lawns, but a different species has been intruding this summer. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentTribe Calling For Spring Chinook To Be Listed As Endangered SpeciesSeptember 18, 2017 | Daniel PotterScientists at UC Davis have found a genetic distinction between Chinook salmon that migrate in spring and fall. That has a Northern California tribe calling to make spring Chinook an endangered species. But some farmers are skeptical. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezPolitical Junkie Goes West: Trump Visits The UNSeptember 18, 2017 | Cody DrabblePolitical Junkie Ken Rudin previews President Donald Trump's visit with world leaders at the United Nations, dealmaking with House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, and more. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCapitol Chat: Legislative Session RecapSeptember 18, 2017 | Chris RemingtonEnding early Saturday morning, the Legislature finished one of the most progressive and arguably successful sessions in California history. State Government Reporter Ben Bradford has analysis. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentHundreds Of Bills Await Governor's Pen As Calif. Legislature AdjournsSeptember 17, 2017 | Ben BradfordThe Legislature has adjourned for the year, after working into the early hours of Saturday morning. Lawmakers sent Gov. Brown bills on everything from a parks bond to pet stores, and they struck major housing, transportation and climate change deals. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.