All Things Considered 2007-07-16

 


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Monday, July 16, 2007

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  • Sheep Trained To Graze Vinyards
    Some UC Davis researchers are trying to train sheep to eat weeds in vineyards and leave the grapes alone. It's tricky stuff, but preliminary studies show it can be done by using a little aversion therapy.
    Monday, July 16, 2007
  • Sac State Student Files Discrimination Suit
    A Sacramento State student has filed a discrimination lawsuit against a national jewelry store chain. She alleges the company refused to rehire her because of her decision to wear a Muslim hijab – or head scarf.
    Monday, July 16, 2007
  • Business Journal: Casinos Generate Big Money
    California’s tribal casinos account for $3 of every $10 in U.S. Indian gaming revenue, easily the largest in the nation – and an increasing revenue source for the state.
    Monday, July 16, 2007
  • City Tackles Illegal Dumping
    If you think you’ve seen more illegal dumping in Sacramento neighborhoods, you’re not imagining things. Officials with the city’s Solid Waste Division say it’s a constant problem.
    Monday, July 16, 2007
  • Business Journal: Home Sales Still Down
    The outlook for homebuilders and homeowners looking to sell keeps getting worse.
    Monday, July 16, 2007
  • New Orchid Species In Yosemite
    Botanists have finally confirmed that a rare orchid growing in Yosemite National Park is indeed a new species of orchid.
    Monday, July 16, 2007
  • West Sac Approves Flood Tax
    West Sacramento homeowners have approved the city’s plan to raise property taxes for levee improvements.
    Monday, July 16, 2007
  • Report Clears Primate Center
    A report released by UC Davis today Monday says researchers did not mistreat seven monkeys who died in their care.
    Monday, July 16, 2007
  • Governor Urges Water Plan
    While lawmakers continue to grapple with the state budget, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is pushing his plan for more water storage.
    Monday, July 16, 2007
  • Placer Vineyards Gets Green Light
    Placer County officials have approved a major housing development near Roseville. But some residents worry the Placer Vineyards project will harm the environment.
    Monday, July 16, 2007