Capital Public Radio: Insight Podcast

Elk Grove Police adds drones as first responders. Also, why the cost for California universities are so high, and how to get help. Finally, we’re approaching peak wildflower season in Northern California. Elk Grove PD ‘First Responder’ Drones The Elk Grove City Council recently voted to approve $2.1 million to the city’s police department for a new Drone as a First Responder program. These unmanned aerial systems would respond to calls for service within minutes, gather data, and allow the department to more efficiently dispatch officers. Sgt. Jason Jimenez is a public information officer with Elk Grove Police Department and joins Insight to discuss how the new drones will be used. Mystifying Cost of College It’s an exciting time of year for high school seniors and transfer students as they look ahead to attending a UC or CSU in the Fall.  But between the cost of tuition, fees, books, meals, and housing - the reality of affording it all may put a damper on all the excitement. A detailed report by CalMatters H