Doug Sovern
KCBS’ Doug Sovern Listed Among Nation’s Top Political Reporters
The Washington Post’s respected political blog ‘The Fix’ just published a list of “the best state-based political reporters” in the country, and Doug Sovern of KCBS All News 740 AM & FM 106.9 is on it.
KCBS Cover Story: Unparalleled Access To California Gray Whales
Thrill seekers who marvel up close at whales during Northern California whale watching season are finding out simple watching pales in comparison to what you can witness 1,000 miles south of the Bay Area.
KCBS Cover Story: Educators Say Online High School Programs Need Overhaul
Tens of thousands of California high school students make up for failed classes by taking them again online with results that educators and students alike acknowledge demonstrates the need to re-think remote education.
KCBS Cover Story: Cyber High Not Preparing Some Students For College
Many of the students who use Cyber High to help them graduate need remedial course work once they enter college.
KCBS Cover Story: Online High School Classes Offer Dubious Results
High school graduation rates are hitting record highs in the Bay Area, California and across the nation. But, earning a diploma doesn’t always equal getting an education. An increasing number of students make up courses they’ve failed by taking classes online. They earn credits, but not necessarily knowledge.
Poll: California Voters Favor Gun, Ammunition Controls
The Field Poll released Tuesday found that 61 percent of California voters think it is more important to control firearms than to protect the rights of gun owners. It’s the biggest margin of support since Field began asking the question in 1999.
Federal Budget Sequester Could Cut $88M From California Schools
The White House has been warning of dire consequences for California if automatic “sequester” cuts in federal spending take effect, as scheduled, on Friday, March 1st.
KCBS Cover Story: Restaurants Face Deadline To Clear Healthy SF Discrepancies
Dozens of San Francisco restaurants accused of overcharging customers to cover employees’ health care have less than two months left to clear their names or face prosecution.
San Francisco VA Lab Faces Sanctions For Researcher’s Death
The death of a laboratory worker at the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center last April prompted federal safety officials on Wednesday to announce the issuance of a notice of unsafe and unhealthful working conditions at the lab.
KCBS Cover Story: Restaurant Clears Name In Healthy SF Case
San Francisco authorities said they will not press charges against one of the restaurants publicly accused of defrauding customers and depriving employees of health care.


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