Mysterious Surge in Salmon Population
If pre-season predictions hold up, California fishermen can look forward to a great year for chinook salmon. It's a welcome development -- but also something of a mystery.
Diversity In Local Governments Lags Behind Electorate
There are a number of cities in California where the membership of the city council, county board of supervisors, or school board doesn't reflect the racial diversity of the voters. Many factors could explain the gap, but whatever the reason, civil rights attorneys are working to close it, according to an investigation by California Watch.