Monday, April 22 2013 9:58 PM EDT2013-04-23 01:58:17 GMT
In December 2010, under a then, new state law, parents united in the city of Compton and signed a petition for change at a failing elementary school. The move was part of California's "Parent Trigger" law.
In December 2010, under a then, new state law, parents united in the city of Compton and signed a petition for change at a failing elementary school. The move was part of California's "Parent Trigger" law.
Monday, March 4 2013 10:20 PM EST2013-03-05 03:20:46 GMT
The California High-Speed Rail Authority is taking some heat for its plans to hire disadvantaged people to work on the $68-billion dollar bullet train project.
The California High-Speed Rail Authority is taking some heat for its plans to hire disadvantaged people to work on the $68-billion dollar bullet train project.
Wednesday, February 27 2013 10:32 AM EST2013-02-27 15:32:47 GMT
Southland housing prices are up 10.2 percent year-to-year over 2012, but as investigative producer Heidi Cuda reports that's good news for sellers but tough on the average buyer.
Southland housing prices are up 10.2 percent year-to-year over 2012, but as investigative producer Heidi Cuda reports that's good news for sellers but tough on the average buyer.
Thursday, February 14 2013 2:41 AM EST2013-02-14 07:41:33 GMT
Governor Rick Perry just wrapped his three-day visit to California, all part of a recruiting trip to pitch his Texas' business climate to California companies.
Governor Rick Perry just wrapped his three-day visit to California, all part of a recruiting trip to pitch his Texas' business climate to California companies.
Saturday, February 9 2013 2:26 AM EST2013-02-09 07:26:32 GMT
We take a look at all the new taxes Californians are now paying, thanks to the passage of Prop 30. How does it affect your pocketbook, and the state's economy as a whole?
We take a look at all the new taxes Californians are now paying, thanks to the passage of Prop 30. How does it affect your pocketbook, and the state's economy as a whole? Is it good to shore up the state's finances? Or better to unleash job creating entrepreneurs? You decide!
President Obama said Friday that he is "modestly optimistic" that a fiscal cliff deal could be reached. Investigative producer Heidi Cuda breaks down the immediate impact for you and your family if a deal isn't reached.
President Obama said Friday that he is "modestly optimistic" that a fiscal cliff deal could be reached. Investigative producer Heidi Cuda breaks down the immediate impact for you and your family if a deal isn't reached.
Thursday, December 13 2012 4:12 PM EST2012-12-13 21:12:48 GMT
Bribery! Fraud! Abuse! All detailed in a new report by California State Auditor Elaine Howle, who investigated whistleblower tips and found $622,000 in misuse of state funds.
Bribery! Fraud! Abuse! All detailed in a new report by California State Auditor Elaine Howle, who investigated whistleblower tips and found $622,000 in misuse of state funds.
According to a new survey by the Center for the Study of Los Angeles out of Loyola Marymount University, Angelenos are not keen on new taxes.
According to a new survey by the Center for the Study of Los Angeles out of Loyola Marymount University, Angelenos are not keen on new taxes, although they would have supported former Mayor Richard Riordan's now-defunct pension overhaul.
After five years of a brutal downturn, a New York Times report says California's economic gloom is starting to lift.
After five years of a brutal downturn, a New York Times report says California's economic gloom is starting to lift. Fox 11 contributor Neeraj Chaudhary, an investment consultant (europac.net), tells investigative producer Heidi Cuda that the ball is now in Sacramento's court.
Monday, November 5 2012 10:21 AM EST2012-11-05 15:21:22 GMT
Still undecided on our state's ballot initiatives? You're not alone. Our investigative producer Heidi Cuda gives us the most up-to-date poll results on such key measures as Prop 30, 32, 34, 37 & 38.
Still undecided on our state's ballot initiatives? You're not alone. Our investigative producer Heidi Cuda gives us the most up-to-date poll results on such key measures as Prop 30, 32, 34, 37 & 38.
Tuesday, October 23 2012 11:38 PM EDT2012-10-24 03:38:44 GMT
Our investigative producer Heidi Cuda spotlights Governor Brown's Good Day L.A. push for his tax increase initiative, Proposition 30. But opponents tell her, don't believe the hype.
Our investigative producer Heidi Cuda spotlights Governor Brown's Good Day L.A. push for his tax increase initiative, Proposition 30. But opponents tell her, don't believe the hype.
Friday, October 19 2012 12:10 PM EDT2012-10-19 16:10:31 GMT
Investigative producer Heidi Cuda looks into Google's bad day, the result of an early release of its quarterly report. She also explains why #pendinglarryquote is the new internet meme du jour.
Investigative producer Heidi Cuda looks into Google's bad day, the result of an early release of its quarterly report. She also explains why #pendinglarryquote is the new internet meme du jour.
Friday, October 19 2012 11:05 AM EDT2012-10-19 15:05:58 GMT
Former Los Angeles mayor Richard Riordan tells investigative producer Heidi Cuda the state would be better served if legislators took the six billion and put it toward education instead.
Former Los Angeles mayor Richard Riordan tells investigative producer Heidi Cuda the state would be better served if legislators took the six billion they're spending on the first segment of high-speed rail and put it toward education instead.
Wednesday, October 17 2012 10:57 AM EDT2012-10-17 14:57:11 GMT
Former Los Angeles mayor Richard Riordan pays a visit to our investigative producer Heidi Cuda to explain why he's pushing for pension reform for L.A. city employees.
Former Los Angeles mayor Richard Riordan pays a visit to our investigative producer Heidi Cuda to explain why he's pushing for pension reform for L.A. city employees.
Monday, October 15 2012 10:27 AM EDT2012-10-15 14:27:30 GMT
Former Mayor Richard Riordan tells our investigative producer Heidi Cuda that his pension reform plan cuts deeper and goes farther than the City Council's plan.
Former Mayor Richard Riordan tells our investigative producer Heidi Cuda that his pension reform plan cuts deeper and goes farther than the City Council's plan.
Wednesday, October 10 2012 12:34 PM EDT2012-10-10 16:34:57 GMT
California's former finance director says there's no guarantee abolishing the death penalty under Prop 34 will save the state money. Investigative producer Heidi Cuda has this report.
California's former finance director says there's no guarantee abolishing the death penalty under Prop 34 will save the state money. Investigative producer Heidi Cuda has this report.
Tuesday, October 9 2012 2:44 PM EDT2012-10-09 18:44:33 GMT
Public safety advocates and state officials met today to rally against AB 109, our state's prison realignment program. Investigative producer Heidi Cuda takes a look at the realignment's first year.
Public safety advocates and state officials met today to rally against AB 109, our state's prison realignment program. Investigative producer Heidi Cuda takes a look at the realignment's first year.
Tuesday, October 2 2012 10:07 PM EDT2012-10-03 02:07:29 GMT
FilmLA's new numbers are grim with the production of all major film and television categories down overall. The report notes, however, that webisodes surged.
Our Saving the California Dream series producer Heidi Cuda reports FilmLA's new numbers for the third quarter of this year compared to last year are grim, with the production of all major film and television categories down overall. The report notes, however, that "webisodes" saw a huge surge and that TV sitcom production is up.
Tuesday, October 2 2012 11:18 AM EDT2012-10-02 15:18:29 GMT
Assemblywoman Diane Harkey (R-Dana Point) says she plans to introduce legislation in January aiming to defund any remaining portions of the high-speed rail bond.
Assemblywoman Diane Harkey (R-Dana Point) says she plans to introduce legislation in January aiming to defund any remaining portions of the high-speed rail bond.
Monday, October 1 2012 10:43 AM EDT2012-10-01 14:43:26 GMT
An L.A. Times/USC Dornsife poll finds support slipping for Prop 30, Governor Brown's tax initiative.Our investigative producer Heidi Cuda has this report.
An L.A. Times/USC Dornsife poll finds support slipping for Prop 30, Governor Brown's tax initiative.Our investigative producer Heidi Cuda has this report.
Friday, September 28 2012 10:09 AM EDT2012-09-28 14:09:57 GMT
Phil Shuman reporting from Fresno says members of its business community fear California's High-Speed Rail could shutter multiple businesses, harming Fresno's economy.
Phil Shuman reporting from Fresno says members of its business community fear California's High-Speed Rail could shutter multiple businesses, harming Fresno's economy. But some feel it'll create jobs and opportunities. And our investigative producer Heidi Cuda looks at the Rail Authority's business plan, noting a wide gap between the project's low-end cost of $68 billion dollars and its high-end cost of $79.7 billion.
Thursday, September 20 2012 2:52 PM EDT2012-09-20 18:52:05 GMT
The Federal Rail Administration signs off on the Fresno-Merced section of California's high-speed rail, and some central valley farmers call that decision "irresponsible."
The Federal Rail Administration signs off on the Fresno-Merced section of California's high-speed rail, and some central valley farmers call that decision "irresponsible."
Wednesday, September 19 2012 10:23 AM EDT2012-09-19 14:23:42 GMT
‘Saving the California Dream' series producer Heidi Cuda interviews Mark Fields, Ford's President of The America's, about the new 47-mpg hybrid Ford Fusion.
‘Saving the California Dream' series producer Heidi Cuda interviews Mark Fields, Ford's President of The America's, about the new 47-mpg hybrid Ford Fusion.
Tuesday, September 18 2012 10:28 AM EDT2012-09-18 14:28:25 GMT
In our interview with Dan Richard, the chairman of California's High-Speed Rail Authority, he says he's confident he will be able to attract additional money for the project, including federal money.
In our interview with Dan Richard, the chairman of California's High-Speed Rail Authority, he says he's confident he will be able to attract additional money for the project, including federal money.
Wednesday, September 12 2012 10:52 PM EDT2012-09-13 02:52:33 GMT
Although he says there's no such thing as perfect in politics, Governor Brown was in Los Angeles today to sign pension reform into law.
Although he says there's no such thing as perfect in politics, Governor Brown was in Los Angeles today to sign pension reform into law. Our "Saving the California Dream" producer Heidi Cuda crunches the numbers.
Tuesday, September 11 2012 11:11 PM EDT2012-09-12 03:11:21 GMT
Although California signed off on the environmental impact report, the Federal Rail Authority has yet to sign off. At recent hearings in the Central Valley, farmers pleaded to rethink the project.
Although California signed off on the environmental impact report for the first segment of the high-speed rail, a stretch from the town of Madera to Fresno, the Federal Rail Authority has yet to sign off. At recent hearings in the Central Valley, farmers pleaded with federal representatives to rethink the project.
Tuesday, September 4 2012 3:37 AM EDT2012-09-04 07:37:19 GMT
Two of the latest companies to launch from the tech incubator, MuckerLab, are Retention Science and Wallaby Financial. And just in time for Labor Day, both companies are hiring.
Two of the latest companies to launch from the tech incubator, MuckerLab, are Retention Science and Wallaby Financial. And just in time for Labor Day, both companies are hiring.
Tuesday, August 28 2012 2:25 PM EDT2012-08-28 18:25:28 GMT
A lawsuit filed in Sacramento over California's high-speed rail alleges multiple violations of Proposition 1A. ‘Saving the California Dream' series producer Heidi Cuda has this story.
A lawsuit filed in Sacramento over California's high-speed rail alleges multiple violations of Proposition 1A. ‘Saving the California Dream' series producer Heidi Cuda has this story.
Thursday, August 23 2012 10:08 AM EDT2012-08-23 14:08:53 GMT
To plug up a $250 million shortfall, the city's top administrative official Miguel Santana says L.A.'s got to raise taxes and reform its pension system.
To plug up a $250 million shortfall, the city's top administrative official Miguel Santana says L.A.'s got to raise taxes and reform its pension system.
Tuesday, August 21 2012 4:00 PM EDT2012-08-21 20:00:32 GMT
Critics blast California's cap and trade program as a business killer, but a spokesperson for California's Air Resources Board tells our producer he thinks the new program will drive innovation.
Critics blast California's cap and trade program as a business killer, but a spokesperson for California's Air Resources Board tells our producer he thinks the new program will drive innovation.
Saturday, August 18 2012 2:11 AM EDT2012-08-18 06:11:31 GMT
The California State Auditor released a report that reveals Caltrans squandered millions on unnecessary, over-priced repairs on homes it owns around the 710 freeway.
The California State Auditor released a report that reveals Caltrans squandered millions on unnecessary, over-priced repairs on homes it owns around the 710 freeway.
Thursday, August 16 2012 9:31 PM EDT2012-08-17 01:31:44 GMT
Former L.A. Mayor Richard Riordan and local business leaders take on City Hall by threatening to spearhead a ballot measure campaign that would put pension reform in the hands of voters.
Former L.A. Mayor Richard Riordan and local business leaders take on City Hall by threatening to spearhead a ballot measure campaign that would put pension reform in the hands of voters.
Wednesday, August 15 2012 3:21 PM EDT2012-08-15 19:21:09 GMT
Investigative producer Heidi Cuda interviews Senator Alex Padilla (D-Pacoima), whose bill to expedite the firing of teachers embroiled in misconduct cases was defeated by the Assembly Education Committee.
Investigative producer Heidi Cuda interviews Senator Alex Padilla (D-Pacoima), whose bill to expedite the firing of teachers embroiled in misconduct cases was defeated by the Assembly Education Committee.
Wednesday, August 15 2012 2:50 PM EDT2012-08-15 18:50:08 GMT
The Adelanto School Board called an emergency meeting to determine whether or not they're going to appeal a judge's decision allowing parents to reform the failing Desert Trails Elementary School.
The Adelanto School Board called an emergency meeting to determine whether or not they're going to appeal a judge's decision allowing parents to reform the failing Desert Trails Elementary School.
Wednesday, August 15 2012 2:50 PM EDT2012-08-15 18:50:00 GMT
Pastor Kerry Allison helped Compton parents form the city's first-ever charter school after their attempt to reform a failing elementary school was blocked by the district. He offers his reflections.
Pastor Kerry Allison helped Compton parents form the city's first-ever charter school after their attempt to reform a failing elementary school was blocked by the district. He offers his reflections.
Wednesday, August 15 2012 2:48 PM EDT2012-08-15 18:48:47 GMT
A Legislative Audit Committee vows bi-partisan support as it probes the books of state's Parks & Recreation, which recently revealed it was sitting on $54 million in hidden funds.
A Legislative Audit Committee vows bi-partisan support as it probes the books of state's Parks & Recreation, which recently revealed it was sitting on $54 million in hidden funds.
Wednesday, August 15 2012 11:05 AM EDT2012-08-15 15:05:03 GMT
As Mitt Romney attacks Obama's "Welfare" policy in an ad that states the President is gutting the welfare-to-work program, the Obama camp attacks Paul Ryan in an ad.
As Mitt Romney attacks Obama's "Welfare" policy in an ad that states the President is gutting the welfare-to-work program, the Obama camp attacks Paul Ryan in an ad.
Wednesday, August 15 2012 10:49 AM EDT2012-08-15 14:49:05 GMT
"Saving the California Dream" series producer Heidi Cuda shares more from her interview with California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom and former Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm.
"Saving the California Dream" series producer Heidi Cuda shares more from her interview with California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom and former Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm.
Monday, July 30 2012 4:32 PM EDT2012-07-30 20:32:52 GMT
With the California State Parks embroiled in fiscal scandals, we learn there's also a $2.3 billion accounting discrepancy between the state controller's office and the state department of finance.
With the California State Parks embroiled in fiscal scandals, we learn there's also a $2.3 billion accounting discrepancy between the state controller's office and the state department of finance.
Wednesday, July 25 2012 11:18 AM EDT2012-07-25 15:18:19 GMT
Lead attorney Mark Holscher tells producer Heidi Cuda lessons from Compton—a city where parents were the first to test the "Parent Trigger" law—are behind the Adelanto success.
Lead attorney Mark Holscher tells producer Heidi Cuda lessons from Compton—a city where parents were the first to test the "Parent Trigger" law—are behind the Adelanto success.
Tuesday, July 24 2012 3:51 PM EDT2012-07-24 19:51:30 GMT
A Superior Court judge ruled in favor of Adelanto parents, who exercised their right under California's "Parent Trigger" law to petition to demand changes at Desert Trails Elementary School.
A Superior Court judge ruled in favor of Adelanto parents, who exercised their right under California's "Parent Trigger" law to petition to demand changes at Desert Trails Elementary School.
Thursday, July 19 2012 11:31 AM EDT2012-07-19 15:31:50 GMT
Instacanvas made its debut 16 weeks ago from the tech hotbed of L.A.'s Silicon Beach, and CEO Matt Munson tells our producer Heidi Cuda his company has already a million in revenue.
Instacanvas made its debut 16 weeks ago from the tech hotbed of L.A.'s Silicon Beach, and CEO Matt Munson tells our producer Heidi Cuda his company has already a million in revenue.
Wednesday, July 18 2012 10:32 AM EDT2012-07-18 14:32:10 GMT
Muckerlab, a company that invests in and nurtures web-based upstarts, is helping the economy of 'Silicon Beach,' the nickname of L.A.'s thriving tech scene.
Muckerlab, a company that invests in and nurtures web-based upstarts, is helping the economy of 'Silicon Beach,' the nickname of L.A.'s thriving tech scene.
Tuesday, July 17 2012 11:33 AM EDT2012-07-17 15:33:25 GMT
The California Public Employees' Retirement System, known as CalPERS, reported a lousy one percent return on its investments for the latest fiscal year.
The California Public Employees' Retirement System, known as CalPERS, reported a lousy one percent return on its investments for the latest fiscal year.
Monday, July 16 2012 3:14 PM EDT2012-07-16 19:14:05 GMT
Our series producer Heidi Cuda interviews Barbara Maynard, the spokesperson for Californians for Retirement Security. Maynard says our public sector union employees want to see an end to pension abuses.
Our series producer Heidi Cuda interviews Barbara Maynard, the spokesperson for Californians for Retirement Security. Maynard says our public sector union employees want to see an end to pension abuses.
Monday, July 16 2012 3:13 PM EDT2012-07-16 19:13:30 GMT
Political consultant Aaron McClear tells our 'Saving the California Dream' series producer Heidi Cuda that voters may shun Governor Brown's tax increase initiative this November for two key reasons.
Political consultant Aaron McClear tells our 'Saving the California Dream' series producer Heidi Cuda that voters may shun Governor Brown's tax increase initiative this November for two key reasons.
Tuesday, July 10 2012 11:59 AM EDT2012-07-10 15:59:34 GMT
Anchor Liz Habib and 'Saving the California Dream' series producer Heidi Cuda hash out the latest scuttlebutt on the plans our Sacramento lawmakers have to tackle pension reform.
Anchor Liz Habib and 'Saving the California Dream' series producer Heidi Cuda hash out the latest scuttlebutt on the plans our Sacramento lawmakers have to tackle pension reform.
Monday, July 2 2012 3:25 PM EDT2012-07-02 19:25:01 GMT
Governor Brown signs the state's budget in the dark of night, but is it a house of cards? By factoring in his tax initiative passing in November, budget critics say, the math is still jinky.
Governor Brown signs the state's budget in the dark of night, but is it a house of cards? By factoring in his tax initiative passing in November, budget critics say, the math is still jinky.
Friday, June 29 2012 4:07 PM EDT2012-06-29 20:07:04 GMT
'Saving the California Dream series producer Heidi Cuda makes a stop at the Texas state capital to interview Governor Rick Perry on how he's turned his state into an economic powerhouse and his hope for
'Saving the California Dream series producer Heidi Cuda makes a stop at the Texas state capital to interview Governor Rick Perry on how he's turned his state into an economic powerhouse and his hope for
In this second Texas report from "Saving The California Dream" producer Heidi Cuda, she interviews Pike Powers, a legendary power broker in Austin credited for driving the city's tech boom. In four decades,
In this second Texas report from "Saving The California Dream" producer Heidi Cuda, she interviews Pike Powers, a legendary power broker in Austin credited for driving the city's tech boom. In four decades,
In a first of a series of reports from Texas, "Saving the California Dream" producer Heidi Cuda interviews Michael Cox, the director of the O'Neil Center at the Cox School of Business at SMU.
In a first of a series of reports from Texas, "Saving the California Dream" producer Heidi Cuda interviews Michael Cox, the director of the O'Neil Center at the Cox School of Business at SMU.
Series producer takes viewers inside Muckerlab, a Silicon Beach company that accelerates the debut of tech upstarts. The first to fly the coop is Santa Monica's Lifecrowd.com , which already raised five
Series producer takes viewers inside Muckerlab, a Silicon Beach company that accelerates the debut of tech upstarts.
Series producer Heidi Cuda interviews Grant Cardone (grantcardone.com), a California businessman who wrote an open letter to Governor Brown on why the governor's tax proposal has prompted him to leave.
Series producer Heidi Cuda interviews Grant Cardone (grantcardone.com), a California businessman who wrote an open letter to Governor Brown on why the governor's tax proposal has prompted him to leave.
Series producer Heidi Cuda interview Lew and Diane Maler, a husband-and-wife team who created The Working Village ( workingvillage.com ), a Santa Monica communal office space that caters to the thriving
Series producer Heidi Cuda interview Lew and Diane Maler, a husband-and-wife team who created The Working Village ( workingvillage.com ), a Santa Monica communal office space that caters to the thriving
Saving the California Dream: Heidi Cuda interviews Congressman Tom McClintock. Chief Executive Magazine just listed California as the worst state to do business for the eighth year in a row, after polling 650
Saving the California Dream: Heidi Cuda interviews Congressman Tom McClintock. Chief Executive Magazine just listed California as the worst state to do business for the eighth year in a row.
'Saving the California Dream' series producer Heidi Cuda interviews state controller John Chiang, who says if California doesn't get a grip on its debt, our ballooning public pension and health care costs
'Saving the California Dream' series producer Heidi Cuda interviews state controller John Chiang, who says if California doesn't get a grip on its debt, our ballooning public pension and health care costs
'Saving the California Dream' series producer Heidi Cuda takes you inside Roozt, a socially conscious website founded by Brent Freeman, a 26-year-old USC grad who got the attention of a Steve Schimmel,
'Saving the California Dream' series producer Heidi Cuda takes you inside Roozt, a socially conscious website founded by Brent Freeman, a 26-year-old USC grad who got the attention of a Steve Schimmel,
The Inspector General issued a report today detailing the failure of the "Hardest Hit Fund," a nearly 8 billion dollar treasury fund that was supposed to help distressed homeowners.
The Inspector General issued a report today detailing the failure of the "Hardest Hit Fund," a nearly 8 billion dollar treasury fund that was supposed to help distressed homeowners.
Heidi Cuda has a chat with Ron Galperin, an attorney who chairs LA's Committee on Revenue Efficiency. Galperin, who is running for city controller, says his committee found $450 million.
Heidi Cuda has a chat with Ron Galperin, an attorney who chairs LA's Committee on Revenue Efficiency. Galperin, who is running for city controller, says his committee found $450 million.
California Access Scaffold, a two-week-old company with a 23-year history reemerged after bankruptcy as a non-union shop and workers say, they've been intimidated and harassed by their own union.
California Access Scaffold, a two-week-old company with a 23-year history reemerged after bankruptcy as a non-union shop and workers say, they've been intimidated and harassed by their own carpenters union.
'Saving the California Dream' series producer Heidi Cuda investigates California's Court Case Management System (CCMS), after California's Judicial Council pulled the plug on the two billion computer system.
'Saving the California Dream' series producer Heidi Cuda investigates California's Court Case Management System (CCMS), after California's Judicial Council pulled the plug on the two billion computer system.
Studio 11 LA series producer Heidi Cuda brings us more from her interview series with economic forecaster Christopher Thornberg, the founding partner of Beacon Economics (beaconecon.com).
Studio 11 LA series producer Heidi Cuda brings us more from her interview series with economic forecaster Christopher Thornberg, the founding partner of Beacon Economics (beaconecon.com).
Mercury Insurance founder George Joseph talks about doing 50 years worth of business in California. Studio 11 L.A. series producer Heidi Cuda interviews George Joseph, the 90-year-old founder of Mercury
Mercury Insurance founder George Joseph talks about doing 50 years worth of business in California. Studio 11 L.A. series producer Heidi Cuda interviews George Joseph, the 90-year-old founder of Mercury
In light of Governor Jerry Brown's latest tax initiative revisions, Studio 11 LA series producer Heidi Cuda interviews tax attorney Bill Weintraub, who says upper income earners talk with their feet.
In light of Governor Jerry Brown's latest tax initiative revisions, Studio 11 LA series producer Heidi Cuda interviews tax attorney Bill Weintraub, who says upper income earners talk with their feet.
Heidi Cuda reports on Governor Brown's last-minute changes to his tax initiative, which merges his original initiative with the California Teachers Federation-backed Millionaires Tax Initiative.
Saving the California Dream series producer Heidi Cuda reports on Governor Brown's last-minute changes to his tax initiative, which merges his original initiative with the California Teachers Federation-backed Millionaires Tax Initiative.
Saving the California Dream Heidi Cuda investigates the latest attempt to reform Prop 13, the tax revolt from the ‘70s which put a lid on taxes for many.
Saving the California Dream Heidi Cuda investigates the latest attempt to reform Prop 13, the tax revolt from the ‘70s which put a lid on taxes for many.
Optimism, bad investments and unsustainable employee benefits, just a few ingredients that put the city of Stockton on the brink of formally declaring bankruptcy.
Optimism, bad investments and unsustainable employee benefits, just a few ingredients that put the city of Stockton on the brink of formally declaring bankruptcy.
From the OC to DC, citizens and government agencies are clamoring for more transparency on public pensions.
From the OC to DC, citizens and government agencies are clamoring for more transparency on public pensions. As management attorney Robert Millman (littler.com) tells series producer Heidi Cuda, the scrutiny has begun because we're broke.
As Democrats and the Governor agree on what to cut to correct our state's $15.7 billion dollar deficit, budget analyst Tim Cavanaugh tells our series producer Heidi Cuda -don't believe the hype.
As Democrats and the Governor agree on what to cut to correct our state's $15.7 billion dollar deficit, budget analyst Tim Cavanaugh tells our "Saving the California Dream" series producer Heidi Cuda -don't believe the hype.
Based on a California case, the Supreme Court today landed a blow on public employee unions in a decision that states unions cannot automatically collect fees for political purposes from non-member employees.
Based on a California case, the Supreme Court today landed a blow on public employee unions in a decision that states unions cannot automatically collect fees for political purposes from non-member employees.
In part two of her interview with Senator Leland Yee, series producer Heidi Cuda investigates salary report discrepancies and what Yee calls a culture of excess on our CSU campuses.
In part two of her interview with Senator Leland Yee, series producer Heidi Cuda investigates salary report discrepancies and what Yee calls a culture of excess on our CSU campuses.
With thousands of UC retirees earning $100k plus pensions and more than a hundred thousand nearing retirement, the campuses are facing about $10 billion in unfunded pension liability.
With thousands of UC retirees earning $100k plus pensions and more than a hundred thousand nearing retirement, the campuses are facing about $10 billion in unfunded pension liability.
Studio 11 LA investigative producer Heidi Cuda interviews mortgage consultant Michael Reed for tips on short sales vs. foreclosures and the latest info on the government home modification HARP 2.0
Studio 11 LA investigative producer Heidi Cuda interviews mortgage consultant Michael Reed for tips on short sales vs. foreclosures and the latest info on the government home modification HARP 2.0 (Home Affordable Refinance Program).
Steve Malanga, who authored the book, "Shakedown: The Continuing Conspiracy Against the American Taxpayer," is a national advocate for pension reform, who says California can't tax its way out of this one.
Steve Malanga, who authored the book, "Shakedown: The Continuing Conspiracy Against the American Taxpayer," is a national advocate for pension reform, who says California can't tax its way out of this one.
Consumer advocate Martin Andelman, whose blog "Mandelman Matters" is gaining national momentum for its roll in helping homeowners through the mortgage and foreclosure crisis.
Consumer advocate Martin Andelman, whose blog "Mandelman Matters" is gaining national momentum for its roll in helping homeowners through the mortgage and foreclosure crisis.
Series producer Heidi Cuda and Studio 11 anchor Liz Habib hash out the details of the state budget, which was technically passed on Friday but leaves lots of room for interpretation.
Series producer Heidi Cuda and Studio 11 anchor Liz Habib hash out the details of the state budget, which was technically passed on Friday but leaves lots of room for interpretation.
As the California legislature votes on the state budget today, the executive director of the California Film Commission tells us she'd like to create more jobs here in California.
As the California legislature votes on the state budget today, the executive director of the California Film Commission tells our "Saving the California Dream" producer Heidi Cuda she'd like to create more jobs here in California.
Day three of budget watch is filled with numbers-crunching chaos, with protestors arrested and education demonstrators utilizing a hearse to make its point.
Day three of budget watch is filled with numbers-crunching chaos, with protestors arrested and education demonstrators utilizing a hearse to make its point.
With the June 15 date looming for California legislatures to turn in a balanced budget, support for Governor Brown's tax initiative is flagging, as are his approval numbers. California lawmakers are fairing even worse.
Our "Saving the California Dream" series producer Heidi Cuda is on "budget watch" this week, as legislators angle to meet the June 15 deadline.
With the June 15 date looming for California legislatures to turn in a balanced budget, support for Governor Brown's tax initiative is flagging, as are his approval numbers. California lawmakers are fairing even worse.
With the June 15 date looming for California legislatures to turn in a balanced budget, support for Governor Brown's tax initiative is flagging, as are his approval numbers. California lawmakers are fairing even worse.
Sevenly.com, a year-old "social good" tech company from Fullerton, is part of a growing California trend where consumers become philanthropists with every purchase.
Sevenly.com, a year-old "social good" tech company from Fullerton, is part of a growing California trend where consumers become philanthropists with every purchase.
As part of our business series, "Saving the California Dream," we've been offering our viewers a Mortgage and Foreclosure Toolbox.
Studio 11 L.A. investigative producer Heidi Cuda interviews consumer advocate Martin Andelman, who's blog "Mandelman Matters" has been read by more than six million homeowners and offers sage advice to those fighting to save their homes.
'Saving the California Dream' series producer chats with Wade Eyerly, the CEO & founder of SurfAir.com, a Silicon Beach tech upstart with a singular goal of revolutionizing in-state travel.
'Saving the California Dream' series producer chats with Wade Eyerly, the CEO & founder of SurfAir.com, a Silicon Beach tech upstart with a singular goal of revolutionizing in-state travel.
"Saving the California Dream" series producer Heidi Cuda interviewed Gary Farmer, the unofficial mayor of Austin, and the chairman of the Greater Austin Economic Development Corporation and Operation Austin.
"Saving the California Dream" series producer Heidi Cuda interviewed Gary Farmer, the unofficial mayor of Austin, and the chairman of the Greater Austin Economic Development Corporation and Operation Austin.
In more from her Texas road trip, "Saving the California Dream" producer Heidi Cuda interviews Eric Loeffel, the president and CEO of Compass Learning, an educational software company.
In more from her Texas road trip, "Saving the California Dream" producer Heidi Cuda interviews Eric Loeffel, the president and CEO of Compass Learning, an educational software company.
"Saving the California Dream" producer Heidi Cuda interviews Austin business leader, Tim Taylor, who says about a decade ago the economy of Austin, Texas, was in the dumps.
"Saving the California Dream" producer Heidi Cuda interviews Austin business leader, Tim Taylor, who says about a decade ago the economy of Austin, Texas, was in the dumps.
"Saving the California Dream" half-hour special, with hosts Carlos Amezcua and investigative producer Heidi Cuda, and special live guests Legalzoom & Shoedazzle founder Brian Lee, and Leasestation CEO Robert Parker.
"Saving the California Dream" half-hour special, with hosts Carlos Amezcua and investigative producer Heidi Cuda, and special live guests Legalzoom & Shoedazzle founder Brian Lee, and Leasestation CEO Robert Parker.
Precision Optical is a 52-year-old Orange County company that manufactures high-end optical prisms for the aerospace, defense and biomedical industries.
Precision Optical is a 52-year-old Orange County company that manufactures high-end optical prisms for the aerospace, defense and biomedical industries.
California is near the bottom of states with greatest tax burden. A new report by the Tax Foundation says California ranks 48th out of 50 states for the worst tax climate.
California is near the bottom of states with greatest tax burden. A new report by the Tax Foundation says California ranks 48th out of 50 states for the worst tax climate.
Two cousins who own the high-end optical company, Frieze Frames, are all about insourcing: bringing jobs back from overseas to California. They say, they're just doing their part.
Two cousins who own the high-end optical company, Frieze Frames, are all about insourcing: bringing jobs back from overseas to California. They say, they're just doing their part.
A look at the "Insourcing" trend. We showcase Frieze Frames, an optical company bringing jobs back to California by making the commitment to begin manufacturing in Ventura, rather than overseas (note: audio is missing for...
A look at the "Insourcing" trend. We showcase Frieze Frames, an optical company bringing jobs back to California by making the commitment to begin manufacturing in Ventura, rather than overseas (note: audio is missing for...
A hard look at how environmental lawsuits are hammering rural America, and some say, doing virtually nothing to help save species. In fact, farmers tell us they're the endangered species.
A hard look at how environmental lawsuits are hammering rural America, and some say, doing virtually nothing to help save species. In fact, farmers tell us they're the endangered species.
We take a look at the California and Texas dogfight over jobs, as well as a new state regulation that some say is killing innovation in the most innovative state in the country
We take a look at the California and Texas dogfight over jobs, as well as a new state regulation that some say is killing innovation in the most innovative state in the country
"Saving the California Dream" - we kick off our mortgage and foreclosure tool box with an interview with Walter Hackett, a former banker turned attorney who offers tips to homeowners in crisis.
"Saving the California Dream" - we kick off our mortgage and foreclosure tool box with an interview with Walter Hackett, a former banker turned attorney who offers tips to homeowners in crisis.
Studio 11 L.A. producer Heidi Cuda interviews top bankruptcy attorney Erik Clark of Borowitz & Clark, who gives us information on what options homeowners have if they are in crisis.
Studio 11 L.A. producer Heidi Cuda interviews top bankruptcy attorney Erik Clark of Borowitz & Clark, who gives us information on what options homeowners have if they are in crisis.
Studio 11 L.A. investigative producer Heidi Cuda gets straight talk from Prosper Law attorneys Deborah Gutierrez and Gordon Dickson, who explain who's really paying in this mortgage crisis.
Studio 11 L.A. investigative producer Heidi Cuda gets straight talk from Prosper Law attorneys Deborah Gutierrez and Gordon Dickson, who explain who's really paying in this mortgage crisis.
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