CapRadio | All Things Considered 2009-02-04

All Things Considered 2009-02-04

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Library Usage Surging As Economy Fizzles
Sacramento Public Library officials say the slow economy is fueling a surge in visits. More people are using the library’s free services to check out books and search the internet for jobs.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Tahoe-Truckee School District, Union, Battle over Deficit
The Tahoe-Truckee Unified School District holds a budget meeting Thursday to address a projected $3 million deficit. But the local teachers union says the problem is overstated.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
California Kids Keep Health Insurance, More Could Get Coverage
Almost one million California kids can keep their health coverage. That’s because President Obama renewed the State Children’s Health Insurance Program or SCHIP Wednesday.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Lower Credit Rating Means Costlier Borrowing For California
California has a new, dubious distinction: The lowest credit rating of any state. And that means taxpayers will be shelling out more when the state borrows money.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009

All Things Considered 2009-02-04