The California Report

Why Legal Weed Might Mean a Lot More Armored Cars on the Street

There’s less than two months left until recreational cannabis becomes lawful for California adults. Legal weed is expected to create a multi-billion dollar industry, much of it in cash. And the state is still grappling with how to handle the money.

Reporter: Katie Orr

Los Angeles Supervisors Prep Local Laws for Marijuana Legalization

With legalized recreational marijuana sales set to take effect in California on January first, Los Angeles County is taking action to lessen what could be the negative impact of pot businesses on low-income communities.

Reporter: Steven Cuevas

California's Hepatitis A Break Continues

The nation’s largest hepatitis A outbreak is continuing in California with San Diego, Santa Cruz and Los Angeles counties having declared local outbreaks. The California Department of Public Health also reports it has confirmed associated cases in other areas of California that are associated with the three main outbreaks.

Reporter: Stephanie O'Neill 

New Pesticide Regulations Aim to Protect Kids Near Farm Fields

Starting next year, farmers will be banned from using methods like aircraft and sprinklers to apply more than 140 chemicals within a quarter-mile of schools and day-care centers.

Reporter: Lesley McClurg

Enriched By The Poor: California Health Insurers Make Billions Through Medicaid

An investigation from Kaiser Health News found that some insurance companies are reaping spectacular profits off the taxpayer-funded program in California, even companies that have been found to provide sub-par patient care.
Reporter: Chad Terhune