Gov. Jerry Brown’s revised budget is $1.3 billion leaner than his original budget released in January. With a surge in state tax revenue and no deficit for the first time in years, Republicans cheered the governor’s caution against spending. Democrats were less enthused. Schools appear to be the big winner with $2.9 billion in additional funding, but there are no increases for severely cut social safety net programs or for prison population reduction. Gov. Brown cited federal sequestration cuts, falling wages and higher Social Security payroll taxes as obstacles to the state’s economic recovery, warning “It’s a call for prudence, not exuberance.”
A state Senate committee grilled Caltrans officials Tuesday over the 2,300 galvanized steel rods on the new $6.4 billion eastern span of the Bay Bridge, whose installation and safety is now questionable. The hearing came a day after the Federal Highway Administration agreed to investigate Caltrans’ decision making process and the $10 million fix for the 32 rods that have already failed.
Veterans returning from war find there are yet other battles to wage at home: from weathering the long-term effects of trauma to finding stable jobs and housing. In California, a state program to help veterans buy homes remains largely unspent: last year, only 83 loans totaling $10.5 million were originated, despite over $1 billion in available funds. Democratic Assembly Speaker John A. Pérez has taken aim at the program, adding to the clamor of voices demanding that veterans get more help, and in a more timely fashion.
Guests:
Josh Richman, Bay Area News Group
Jaxon Van Derbeken, San Francisco Chronicle
Aaron Glantz, Center for Investigative Reporting
Camp Woodward Season 9 – Episode 3
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Episode 3 takes us to Phoenix, Arizona to meet 11 year old Lazer Crawford. Skating daily in the family-owned 91 West Skatepark, Lazer has quickly developed into one of the best young skaters in the world. With big tricks and technical precision, he hopes to one day take his talent to Street League, the Olympics, and beyond.
About Season 9:
Season 9 of Camp Woodward follows three up-and-coming skateboarders as they spend two weeks at the world’s only camp destination for action sports, digital media, and cheerleading. With dreams of one day turning pro, these aspiring athletes get an opportunity to live alongside the biggest names in action sports and experience a summer they will never forget. Real kids, an unreal summer.
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