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Prop. 8 in Federal Court

Does Proposition 8 violate the U.S. Constitution? We're at the trial with ongoing coverage on the radio and on our blog.

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Examining how California is responding to climate change.

An inside look into the people and politics of state government.

Taking on the health care issues that matter to Californians.

Exploring the future of manufacturing jobs in California.

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Union Membership Bill

The United Farmworkers Union is close to winning a major victory in Sacramento with legislation that would make it easier for farmworkers to join a union. The bill passed the Senate yesterday but still faces tough opposition from growers. Reporter: Sasha Khokha

Microfinancing During Economic Downturn

With the credit crisis drying up sources of capital, some small businesses in California are looking to a source of funds that's become common in many Third World countries. Microfinancing began by lending small amounts of money to people in poverty stricken villages, giving them the chance to become self-sufficient. The practice is now becoming popular with small businesses here at home, but it's not always easy. Reporter: Peter Jon Shuler

End Music: "Hummin" by Large Professor from The New Groove (Blue Note)

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