Workshops for Would-Be Park Rescuers
Due to budget cuts, California is pursuing plans to close parks for the first time in history. Last year, the state released a list of 70 slated for closure this June -- but non-profits, local governments and even the federal government have stepped forward to take nine parks off the list. The agency is in negotiations to save a few dozen more, and it's holding public meetings around the state.
State GOP Convention Searches for Relevance
California Republicans are back home this morning from their weekend state convention. It was an event full of enthusiasm about this year's elections. But at the same time, it was a gathering where everyone knew how tough the odds are in this decidedly Democratic state.