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Archive of California on Tuesday October 27, 2009
CA: Republicans balk at Delta water legislation
Two influential water districts and several environmental groups said Monday they support key elements of water legislation under negotiation in the Capitol. But the compromise is not good enough for Republican leaders, who said they still have "grave concerns" that the proposals would "create new layers of bureaucracy." Read More
CA: Western lawmakers focus on regional collaboration
JACKSON, Wyo. — Lawmakers from many western states agreed Monday that they should consider collaborating on developing technology to capture and store the carbon gas that's generated from burning fossil fuels. Read More
CA: Gaffe costs California Lottery $264,000 as 9 players get second chance
The California Lottery will pay $264,000 for a mistake affecting players. That sum in "second chance" winnings was captured by nine players whose names mistakenly were transposed on forms during a taping of the "Make Me a Millionaire" television show last winter. Read More
CA: DMV training program tries to stem brain drain
As California state government faces a growing brain drain crisis, the Department of Motor Vehicles is trying to blunt the impact by grooming its brightest, most promising workers to take over. Read More
CA: Cal, UCSF scientists form cancer research unit
Scientists at UC Berkeley and UCSF have formed a research center to explore the physical principles that govern the origin and behavior of cancer cells, and how they multiply in humans. Read More
CA: Bass tiring of governor's closed-door water talks
Assembly Speaker Karen Bass bristled Monday at the series of closed-door "Big 5" water negotiations that have been held between Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and legislative leaders of both parties recently. Read More
CA: 'Civil gideon' trumpets legal discord
A new California law that gives poor residents the right to an attorney in civil matters such as child custody and foreclosure is being hailed as a model that could transform the nation's legal landscape. But critics argue that the law will result in a wave of case backlogs and could further burden court budgets. Read More
US: In battle over gay marriage, timing may be key
WASHINGTON -- In a San Francisco courtroom two weeks ago, a prominent lawyer opposed to same-sex marriage made a concession that could mark a turning point in the legal wars over the purpose and meaning of marriage. Read More
CA: State official warns Costa Mesa on fairgrounds restrictions
COSTA MESA, Calif. -- A state official has warned city leaders that "the State will consider whatever options may be available to preserve the Fairgrounds value" if the city adopts a specific plan that diminishes the up-for-sale site's commercial value. Read More |
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