The California Channel has and will continue to have live webcasts of the state Senate and Assembly as they go through their budget discussions. WIth the clock ticking, a June 30 deadline looming and the state's coffers almost empty, there is precious little time remaining for the state to eliminate its $24 billion budget deficit, or at least a short-term $5 billion savings to keep California running for a little while longer.
Right now, the state Senate is debating a $5 billion plan that has been approved by the Assembly, is opposed by the governor and so far has been blocked by Republicans in the Senate. Check it our here.
Paul Eakins reports on Long Beach City Hall, and local and regional
politics. A newcomer to the Press-
Kris Hanson reports on the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles,
covering environmental issues, economic triumphs and
pitfalls and trade trends of America’s largest port.
He also writes a weekly column “On The Waterfront”,
appearing Tuesdays, and also produces an occassional video
and column titled “On The Job,” which follows the hard-working
men and women who keep Southern California’s economy humming.
Karen Robes Meeks came to work for the Press-
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