EnvironmentCalifornia Lays Out Ambitious Climate Change Budget Plan, Says Trump Administration Isn’t HelpingJanuary 10, 2020 | Ezra David RomeroGov. Gavin Newsom’s new budget proposal holds ambitious goals for addressing climate change — including a climate resilience bond for the November ballot.
Food and SustainabilitySome Midtown Farmers Market Vendors Decry 62 Percent Fee Hike, Organizers Say New Rates Are ReasonableJanuary 10, 2020 | Randol WhiteThe Sacramento market has grown dramatically since it first started in 2013. But recently, another aspect of the market also grew: the price farmers pay to sell there. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Sacramento Restaurant Closures; Movement Brewing Plans Rancho Cordova Site; Elk Grove Closer To First HospitalJanuary 10, 2020 | Steve MilneAre high labor costs and a saturated market reasons for the spate of recent restaurant closings in Sacramento? Sonya Sorich from the Sacramento Business Journal joins us to talk about that story and other business news. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentHere's What's In Governor Gavin Newsom's $222 Billion California Budget ProposalJanuary 10, 2020 | Chris Nichols | Ezra David Romero | Sammy Caiola | Scott RoddCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom introduced his 2020-2021 budget proposal Friday, including a new fund to address the homelessness crisis, more money for Cal Fire to fight wildfires, and a plan to create a generic drug label for the state.
California Climate Budget To Include $1 Billion Green Loan FundJanuary 9, 2020The Climate Catalyst Revolving Loan Fund, which would grow over four years, would offer low-interest lending to small businesses and organizations that have green ideas but may not be established or connected enough to compete for venture capital.
Health CareRoughly Half Of Children On Medi-Cal Aren’t Getting Screened For Lead Poisoning, New Audit ShowsJanuary 9, 2020 | Sammy CaiolaCalifornia toddlers are supposed to get tested for lead poisoning around their first and second birthdays. But a new state audit shows about half of kids on Medi-Cal don’t receive either screening.
Health CareGov. Gavin Newsom To Propose That California Manufacture Its Own Generic DrugsJanuary 9, 2020Taking a play from Elizabeth Warren, California could become the first state to establish its own generic drug label, the better to cut health care costs.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezA Deep Dive Into Some Of California’s New LawsJanuary 9, 2020Each new year rings in new laws with it. CapRadio’s Scott Rodd looks at some of this year’s new laws: payday loans, private prisons and the controversial contractor law, AB 5. He also previews the current legislative session. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezJohn McCutcheon Returns To Talk, Play & SingJanuary 9, 2020John McCutcheon comes through Northern California every year at this time. But, McCutcheon’s visits are anything but routine. His songs are always timely and topical. He plays live in the studio. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Stockton Police Announce New Strategic Plan Focused On Reducing Gun Violence, Increasing Department DiversityJanuary 8, 2020 | Rich IbarraStockton’s Police Chief has announced a three-year strategic plan to combat crime, reduce blight, and increase trust within the community. It also calls for hiring a more diverse workforce and increased training for officers.
