All Things Considered 2009-02-23

 


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Monday, February 23, 2009

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  • Big Week Ahead in Kings Arena Saga
    Sacramento’s quest for a new Kings Arena faces a moment of truth this week. The NBA and the Cal Expo board will unveil new details Friday on a proposed massive mixed-use development at the state fairgrounds.
    Monday, February 23, 2009
  • Push To Save Loretto Tested This Week
    A group trying to stop one of the Sacramento region’s oldest all-girls schools from closing says it’s making some progress. It hopes to reach an agreement with the school’s owner this week to keep the campus open.
    Monday, February 23, 2009
  • Lodi School District Cutting Music Programs
    A Central Valley school district is eliminating some music programs to help deal with budget shortfall.
    Monday, February 23, 2009
  • Lawmaker Wants To Get Rid of 2/3rds Vote Budget Rule
    Senator Loni Hancock says the "super majority" vote required for budget approval in California leads to legislative deadlock. She calls it "a travesty" and she's calling for a simple majority rule instead.
    Monday, February 23, 2009
  • California Conservation Corps Escapes Budget Axe
    The Conservation Corps was targeted for 17-million dollar cutback in Governor's Budget Plan. But, lawmakers nearly fully funded program for another 18 months despite economic meltdown.
    Monday, February 23, 2009