Legislative Democrats to Take Closer Look at High-Speed Rail
Gov. Jerry Brown didn't mention high-speed rail in his State of the State address last week. But the project has made it onto the agenda of lawmakers this year. An Assembly budget subcommittee will look into the project this week. And the head of the Senate transportation committee says he also plans to hold an oversight hearing on the project's schedule and cost.
To Avoid Obamacare, Some Fast Food Restaurants Cut Staff Hours. Did It Work?
Under health care reform, starting this year businesses with 50 or more employees have to offer health insurance to full-time staff. Some fast food franchise owners figured out a way to avoid paying for coverage: make everyone part-time.