Two years ago on this day, the US Supreme Court's conservative majority overturned Roe v. Wade, sending shockwaves across the country.  

The battle over reproductive rights continues to this day, with some states tightening abortion laws, causing women to go great lengths to avoid unwanted pregnancies. 

For a closer look., KCBS Radio anchors Patti Reising and Bret Burkhart were joined by Steven Woolpert, Professor of Politics at St. Mary's College.

Two years ago on this day, the US Supreme Court's conservative majority overturned Roe v. Wade, sending shockwaves across the country.  
The battle over reproductive rights continues to this day, with some states tightening abortion laws, causing women to go great lengths to avoid unwanted pregnancies. 
For a closer look., KCBS Radio anchors Patti Reising and Bret Burkhart were joined by Steven Woolpert, Professor of Politics at St. Mary's College.

A daily deep dive into an issue of public policy or politics that's driving the conversation in California. Each day, we interview a guest who's a newsmaker, public official, or expert.

A daily deep dive into an issue of public policy or politics that's driving the conversation in California. Each day, we interview a guest who's a newsmaker, public official, or expert.

The State of California

A daily deep dive into an issue of public policy or politics that's driving 
the conversation in California. Each day, we interview a guest who's a 
newsmaker, public official, or expert.

Two years on, Dobbs decision continues to affect American life & politics

Good Afternoon, this is the State of California. Concern is mounting for wine experts as egg masses of an invasive species from Asia were found in a shipment of art traveling from New York to California wine country in March. 

It's called the spotted lantern fly and it could pose a serious threat to the state's wine industry.  

For a closer look, KCBS Radio's Patti Reising and Brett Burkhart were joined by Randy Heinzen, President of Vineyard Professional Services. 

You can hear The State of California every weekday at 3:30pm, It’s also available on the Audacy app and wherever you get your podcasts. 

Good Afternoon, this is the State of California. Concern is mounting for wine experts as egg masses of an invasive species from Asia were found in a shipment of art traveling from New York to California wine country in March. 
It's called the spotted lantern fly and it could pose a serious threat to the state's wine industry.  
For a closer look, KCBS Radio's Patti Reising and Brett Burkhart were joined by Randy Heinzen, President of Vineyard Professional Services. 
You can hear The State of California every weekday at 3:30pm, It’s also available on the Audacy app and wherever you get your podcasts.

An invasive spotted lantern fly is infesting grapevines

COVID-19 related lockdowns may be in the rear-view mirror for us, but the effects of pandemic live on., especially with the way Californians work.  

Back in 2020, remote work was seen as a way to comply with social distancing rules, but four years later we're seeing that working from home not only changed the way Californians do their jobs but also with where they live. 

For a closer look, KCBS Radio's Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising spoke with Eric McGhee, Policy Director and Senior Fellow at the Public Policy Institute of California, which looked into remote work in the state in a three-part series. 

COVID-19 related lockdowns may be in the rear-view mirror for us, but the effects of pandemic live on., especially with the way Californians work.  
Back in 2020, remote work was seen as a way to comply with social distancing rules, but four years later we're seeing that working from home not only changed the way Californians do their jobs but also with where they live. 
For a closer look, KCBS Radio's Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising spoke with Eric McGhee, Policy Director and Senior Fellow at the Public Policy Institute of California, which looked into remote work in the state in a three-part series.

Remote work, mixed with the housing crisis, accelerated a Bay Area exodus

July is right around the corner, and while many have the 4th on their minds, there's a series of new laws signed by Governor Gavin Newsom that are set to go into effect come Monday. 

Two of the bills included on that roster are expected to help address public safety concerns regarding gun violence and hate crimes. 

For a closer look, KCBS Radio anchors Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising were joined by Assemblymember Phil Ting, who represents the 19th District, which spans the Westside of San Francisco, Daly City, and parts of the Peninsula.

July is right around the corner, and while many have the 4th on their minds, there's a series of new laws signed by Governor Gavin Newsom that are set to go into effect come Monday. 
Two of the bills included on that roster are expected to help address public safety concerns regarding gun violence and hate crimes. 
For a closer look, KCBS Radio anchors Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising were joined by Assemblymember Phil Ting, who represents the 19th District, which spans the Westside of San Francisco, Daly City, and parts of the Peninsula.

Two years on, Dobbs decision continues to affect American life & politics

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