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California's State Parks: On the Rocks

Habitually underfunded, about one in four state parks are now threatened with closure.

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A window into health in California.

Fri, Aug 27, 2010  |  Listen to the program

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Courtesy UCLA

Scientists Dismissed From State Toxics Panel

A panel of scientists that advises the state on the health risks of everything from diesel dust to pesticides has lost five of its nine members in recent weeks. The panel's scientists come primarily from the UC system, and they say they've heard little explanation for their dismissals. Reporter: Amy Standen


New Health Insurance Exchange Could Offer More Choice

California made history this week when it became the first state in the nation to pass legislation setting up a key component of the federal health reform law. If the governor signs the bills, they'd create a new independent state agency that would bargain with health insurers on behalf of consumers and set up a website where plans could be compared. Reporter: Sarah Varney


End Music: "Metro Mile" by Russ Mullen and the Jazz Associates, from the CD "Metro Mile"
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