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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.

Also From California Report

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.

Fri, Nov 6, 2009 | Listen to the program

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Uncertain Future for Lake Mead and the Colorado River

The bundle of water bills passed this week in Sacramento was designed to attack some of California's long-term worries over water supply. Mostly, the legislation addresses the troubled Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and groundwater issues. But there's another big question mark in the state's water mix: the Colorado River. It's a crucial source of water for Southern Californians and it's in trouble, too. Reporter: Craig Miller

Slideshow: Water levels in Lake Mead are dangerously low and dropping, a condition that may render the Hoover Dam inoperable, threatening California's water and power supplies.

End Music: "Dick Tracy" by Jonny and the Shamen, from the CD "Fully Functional Adventures in Espionage"

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