BBC World ServiceBBC Lookahead: UK Prime Minister Election, Czech Republic ProtestsJune 17, 2019Rob Hugh-Jones joins CapRadio's Steve Milne to discuss the UK prime minister election and protests in the Czech Republic. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Agency Recommends Current 80K Attendance Cap, Drug Screening At Burning ManJune 17, 2019(AP) — The U.S. Bureau of Land Management is recommending that Burning Man attendance be capped at 80,000 people and that attendees be screened for drugs and weapons in coming years.
ClassicalBaltimore Symphony Orchestra Locks Out Musicians As Contract Dispute ContinuesJune 17, 2019Contract and salary negotiations between musicians and management have stalled, leaving BSO players picketing outside their concert hall.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezThe Political Junkie Talks National PoliticsJune 17, 2019There’s interesting news from Nevada: a new law aimed at preventing most employers from rejecting prospective employees for a positive drug test for marijuana. The Political Junkie joins us to talk all things national politics. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezState Auditor Talks About Citizens Re-Drawing The Election MapsJune 17, 2019Following passage of Proposition 11 in 2008, the citizenry of California draws the maps for state Senate, Assembly, Congress and Board of Equalization Districts. The State Auditor will describe what the Citizen’s Commission will do and how to apply. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezBuckle Up! It’s A Drive Through 395June 17, 2019 | Kate GonzalesCapRadio’s newest podcast, 395, takes you on a tour of the scenic highway that’s home to a little-known military base and the highest—and lowest—points in the lower 48. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California Mulls Adopting Portions Of Despised Trump Tax LawJune 16, 2019California's liberal Legislature will have to agree at least partially with President Trump in order to give poor people a lot more money in their state tax refunds each year.
395The Training GroundsJune 14, 2019The town of Bridgeport off Highway 395 is known for its history, mountain views and as a gateway to the outdoors. But down the road is a little-known landmark that plays a key role in testing Marines before they deploy to America's longest war. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentAdvocates Call California’s Budget A ‘Big Win’ For Early Childhood EducationJune 14, 2019 | Chris NicholsThe budget Gov. Gavin Newsom is expected to sign later this month pays for thousands more children to attend free, all-day preschool and for families to receive subsidized childcare. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentLegislative Analyst: Gov. Gavin Newsom's Proposed Raises For California Prison Guards Not JustifiedJune 14, 2019 | Ben AdlerCalifornia’s nonpartisan budget watchdog is blasting a labor deal between Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration and the state prison guards’ union, which lawmakers could vote on as soon as Monday. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Mosquitoes Test Positive For West Nile Virus In San Joaquin CountyJune 14, 2019 | Rich IbarraThe San Joaquin County Mosquito Control District advises people to wear protective clothing and apply mosquito repellent, especially during the early morning and evening hours. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentPostmates — Like Uber And Lyft — Is Working With California Labor Groups To Keep Independent Contractors. Critics Aren’t Sold.June 14, 2019 | Scott RoddThe gig economy giants, who use independent contractors instead of employees, have long opposed efforts to unionize their workforce. But a California Supreme Court decision and looming state legislation are forcing them to change course. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sac Schools Cut ‘Hope Closet’ Coordinator, Threatening Aid To Disadvantaged Students Amid Push To Lower Administrative CostsJune 14, 2019 | Julia MitricThe Sacramento City Unified School District reassigned an administrator working to coordinate resources for student support centers as it works to close a $26 million deficit. But advocates worry students will miss out on needed resources. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Possessing Marijuana In Prison 'Is Not A Felony,' California Court SaysJune 14, 2019A three-judge panel ruled that because it's legal to have small amounts of pot in California, the same is true inside prison. They also say it's still illegal to smoke or ingest cannabis in prison.
Business Journal: Penumbra Moving Into Roseville; Dealers Leaving Roseville Automall; Cookie Connection Closes Stores; Calling All DreamersJune 14, 2019 | Steve MilneAn Alameda-based company that makes medical devices is getting ready to move into Hewlett Packard's former site in Roseville. The company may ultimately add about 1,000 jobs. The Sacramento Business Journal's Sonya Sorich reports. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Despite Pandemic, Large Sports Bar Plans To Open In Sacramento’s Downtown Commons This FallFebruary 27, 2021It marks a sign of optimism for downtown Sacramento after a year of pandemic-related challenges. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: New Industrial Development Coming Soon To North NatomasFebruary 12, 2021As the coronavirus pandemic has kept people indoors, many have turned to shopping online as a way to stay safe. According to the Sacramento Business Journal, the industrial sector is booming in Sacramento. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Sears Is Closing In Arden Fair Mall. What’s Next? It’s Still UnclearFebruary 5, 2021In their announcement, Arden Fair representatives said they've known this day was coming for more than five years. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: The Future Of Office Space In Sacramento In A Post-Coronavirus WorldJanuary 29, 2021Sacramento’s market for office space has declined for the first year in nearly a decade as the coronavirus pandemic has radically changed the way people work. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Business Journal: Some Sacramento-Area Restaurants Are Surviving The PandemicJanuary 22, 2021With the shifting coronavirus restrictions in California, many local restaurants have had to make the hard decision to close over the past year. But some have survived due to support from the community. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
