All Things Considered 2009-10-12

 


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Monday, October 12, 2009

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  • Demand Up For Partial Jobless Benefits
    State officials say demand is rising for a program that offers benefits to Californians who’ve had their wages cut. But if you’re thinking most of that demand is because of furloughed state workers – you’re wrong. State employees aren’t even eligible
    Monday, October 12, 2009
  • Labor Union Clashes With State Over Columbus Day
    A labor union and the state are locking horns over today's Columbus Day holiday. It’s traditionally a day off for state workers. The union says it still is. But state officials say the holiday was taken away as part of budget cuts.
    Monday, October 12, 2009
  • Legislative Leaders Fine Tune Bills For Water Special Session
    Democratic and Republican Lawmakers are still at odds over some proposals but both sides say they're close to a compromise.
    Monday, October 12, 2009
  • RT Breaks Ground on First Phase of Airport Expansion
    Sacramento has broken ground on a new light rail line. The Green Line will start downtown and eventually stretch through Natomas to Sacramento International Airport.
    Monday, October 12, 2009