Morning Edition 2009-08-21

 


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Friday, August 21, 2009

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  • Are the Sacramento Region's Employers Ready to Hire Again?
    This Friday, new jobless numbers are due out. It’s the first report that will include local government layoffs. But are the Sacramento region’s employers ready to hire again? The answer is: maybe.
    Thursday, August 20, 2009
  • Prosecutors Watching For Stimulus Fund Fraud
    California’s new Inspector General issued a warning Thursday to would-be criminals trying to scam the government and steal federal stimulus dollars.
    Thursday, August 20, 2009
  • Cars on K Street? City Wants Public's Input
    The city of Sacramento hasn’t allowed cars on K Street downtown for 40 years. But officials are looking at changing that to give the struggling street an economic boost. And this week they’re asking the public to weigh in through an online survey.
    Friday, August 21, 2009
  • Commentary: Public Pensions Unsustainable
    Can California state and local governments afford to pay the pension benefits they’ve promised public employees? Commentator Ginger Rutland says even officials at the California Public Employee Retirement System are beginning to have doubts.
    Friday, August 21, 2009
  • State Fair Kicks Off With Loads of Discounts
    The State Fair kicks off on Friday – and with the economic downturn in mind, organizers are offering lots of discounts this year. They hope cheaper tickets and free rides will lure visitors to Cal Expo.
    Friday, August 21, 2009