A Blue State?

California has a colorful history with a "can-do" spirit dating back to the Gold Rush. But there are signs we've lost a little of that bounce in our step -- at least for now. It comes by way of a new survey from the Public Policy Institute of California. The study finds state residents with strikingly high levels of pessimism about our economic future. In fact, 59 percent of residents expect bad economic times in the next year. Mark Baldassare directed the survey and says it isn't just the middle class that's feeling jittery about its financial future.

Dodgers Celebrate 50 Years in L.A.

Two months ago, the Dodgers had the best record in the National League. But now, the team heads into the weekend on the verge of elimination from the playoffs. So you can hardly blame the Dodgers for looking ahead to next year when the organization marks the 50th anniversary of its arrival in California. Team officials brought a few old-timers to Dodger Stadium recently to get things started. Reporter: Frank Stoltze

CD Review: Live at the Monterey Jazz Festival

Another golden anniversary is already upon us. This weekend marks the 50th season of the Monterey Jazz Festival. Andrew Gilbert reviews a treasure trove of new CDs culled from the festival's archives.Reporter: Andrew Gilbert

California and The War

This weekend, a much anticipated Ken Burns documentary about World War II begins airing on public television stations across the country. KCET in Los Angeles produced a companion program called "California at War." Host Scott Shafer talks to the program's executive producer Bret Marcus about the state's role in winning the war. Reporter: Scott Shafer

Ghosts of Olompali

If you've been looking for something to do with your calico bonnet or gold mining equipment, you might consider attending the Ghosts of Olompali this weekend. This Gold Rush event is part role playing, part historical learning. And everyone who goes has to be dressed in period clothing. It's being held in northern Marin County, in what remains of Rancho Olompali, now a state park. In this sound portrait, producer Ceil Muller discovers a delightful gathering of some of California's most notorious characters. Reporter: Ceil Muller

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