For months now we've been reporting on the state's controversial High-Speed Rail system from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Theoretically, it costs $68 billion at least, with groundbreaking at least six months away.
The state has yet to purchase one acre of farmland for the initial 130 mile route through the Central Valley, yet those running this project say not to worry. With that as the backdrop, there is yet another high-speed train in the works -- this one from Palmdale and Victorville to Las Vegas. Dubbed "Xpress West'' this one is "only" $6.9 billion and the business interests running that one will be applying for a federal loan.
There was a summit Monday in Palmdale on the Vegas project, mainly to educate business types about how to get in on the action to get jobs and generate money for the region.
There is no real firm timetable for this one, but since it doesn't seem to involve taxpayer dollars directly it will likely generate a lot of support, while Governor Brown seems to be one of the lone voices clinging to the concept of the San Fran/ LA rail that voters approved way back in 2008.
We'll stay on both of these projects.
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Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:04 PM EDT2013-05-14 22:04:37 GMT
Citing problems exposed by the Boston Marathon bombings, senators weighing amendments to a sweeping immigration bill agreed Tuesday to boost security provisions around student visas.
Citing problems exposed by the Boston Marathon bombings, senators weighing amendments to a sweeping immigration bill agreed Tuesday to boost security provisions around student visas.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 2:31 PM EDT2013-05-14 18:31:41 GMT
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] They range in age, but they all think alike. They're Simi Valley's K-9 search and rescue, and these women go out at all hours of the night to save dogs that have gone missing.
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] They range in age, but they all think alike. They're Simi Valley's K-9 search and rescue. Using Facebook and some serious tracking techniques the women of Simi Valley Missing Pets go out at all hours of the night to save dogs that have gone missing.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 2:24 PM EDT2013-05-14 18:24:37 GMT
Today is crunch time for the operators of medical-marijuana dispensaries in Garden Grove. The police chief has sent them letters telling them they must close by today or face fines of 1-thousand dollars.
Today is crunch time for the operators of medical-marijuana dispensaries in Garden Grove. The police chief has sent them letters telling them they must close by today or face fines of 1-thousand dollars.
Friday, May 17 2013 2:28 PM EDT2013-05-17 18:28:28 GMT
When is a bullet train… not a bullet train? KTTV Vice President and General Manager Kevin Hale shows you why even major High Speed Rail supporters.. are now changing their minds… in this P-O-V.
When is a bullet train… not a bullet train? KTTV Vice President and General Manager Kevin Hale shows you why even major High Speed Rail supporters.. are now changing their minds… in this P-O-V.
Thursday, May 16 2013 8:38 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:38:27 GMT
The name may sound benign, but "Molly" is a powdered form of MDMA, the molecular compound found in Ecstasy, and it's often laced with other highly addicted drugs.
The name may sound benign, but "Molly" is a powdered form of MDMA, the molecular compound found in Ecstasy, and it's often laced with other highly addicted drugs.
Thursday, May 16 2013 3:08 AM EDT2013-05-16 07:08:49 GMT
Families fight back against social workers they say lie, fabricate evidence and perjure themselves in court. They're suing and forcing the county to cough up big bucks for the alleged wrong doing.
Families fight back against social workers they say lie, fabricate evidence and perjure themselves in court. They're suing and forcing the county to cough up big bucks for the alleged wrong doing.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:00 AM EDT2013-05-16 05:00:23 GMT
Quwendarous – who prefers to be called "Q" – is a bright, active and outgoing kid who loves basketball and playing outdoors. Q also likes to go bike riding but didn't currently have a bike.
Quwendarous – who prefers to be called "Q" – is a bright, active and outgoing kid who loves basketball and playing outdoors. Q also likes to go bike riding but didn't currently have a bike.
Thursday, May 9 2013 2:44 PM EDT2013-05-09 18:44:43 GMT
Should any of the doctors featured on the FOX 11 News, have been allowed to continue practicing, until their cases ended up in a criminal court? The medical board had received complaints from patients.
In a FOX 11 Investigates, we tell the story of some doctors who are now facing criminal charges for sexually abusing patients.
Thursday, May 9 2013 3:00 AM EDT2013-05-09 07:00:04 GMT
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] Heaven is a healthy, creative and outgoing young girl with a warm smile. She also has an affinity for animals and an adventurous spirit that likes to explore new things.
[VIEW PHOTO GALLERY] Heaven is a healthy, creative and outgoing young girl with a warm smile. She also has an affinity for animals and an adventurous spirit that likes to explore new things.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 9:46 AM EDT2013-05-08 13:46:18 GMT
Brian Claypool is one of the lead attorneys in the Miramonte child abuse case. Now, he's taking on Orange County's child protective services.
Brian Claypool is one of the lead attorneys in the Miramonte child abuse case. Now, he's taking on Orange County's child protective services. Claypool is accusing CPS of engaging in child trafficking and exposing children to sexual abuse for financial gain.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 8:23 PM EDT2013-05-16 00:23:16 GMT
Recent Fox 11 investigations have found California's high-speed rail project delays may be putting the project at risk. Now, one of the largest newspaper groups in the country just came out against the high-speed rail plan.
Recent Fox 11 investigations have found California's high-speed rail project delays may be putting the project at risk. Now, one of the largest newspaper groups in the country just came out against the high-speed rail plan.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 8:21 PM EDT2013-05-16 00:21:36 GMT
All this talk of budget tightening leaves California's high-speed rail project dangling in the balance. At a transportation hearing today in Washington, emotions ran high as California's plan was attacked.
All this talk of budget tightening leaves California's high-speed rail project dangling in the balance. At a transportation hearing today in Washington, emotions ran high as California's plan was attacked.
Wednesday, May 1 2013 9:49 PM EDT2013-05-02 01:49:32 GMT
At the Milken Institute Global Conference, an annual event that brings together financial and public policy leaders, FOX 11 caught up with billionaire T. Boone Pickens and California's Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom.
At today's Milken Institute Global Conference, an annual event that brings together financial and public policy leaders, FOX 11 caught up with billionaire T. Boone Pickens and California's Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom.
Wednesday, April 24 2013 9:04 PM EDT2013-04-25 01:04:34 GMT
Much was made of the announcement by California's High-Speed Rail Authority that the top-ranked bidder to build the first 29 miles of track came in under estimates.
Much was made of the announcement by California's High-Speed Rail Authority that the top-ranked bidder to build the first 29 miles of track came in under estimates. But some of the nation's top rail experts say they have concerns for two reasons.
Thursday, April 18 2013 10:18 PM EDT2013-04-19 02:18:40 GMT
A settlement between the Madera County Farm Bureau in the Central Valley and California's High-Speed Rail Authority could be a big win for Governor Brown.
A settlement between the Madera County Farm Bureau in the Central Valley and California's High-Speed Rail Authority could be a big win for Governor Brown.
Thursday, April 11 2013 9:36 PM EDT2013-04-12 01:36:14 GMT
As Governor Brown rides China's high-speed rail from Beijing to Shanghai today, a new report by the Reason Foundation blasts California's bullet train project.
As Governor Brown rides China's high-speed rail from Beijing to Shanghai today, a new report by the Reason Foundation blasts California's bullet train project.
Monday, April 8 2013 10:13 PM EDT2013-04-09 02:13:48 GMT
Governor Brown is scheduled to depart for China on Tuesday, and he's been quoted as saying he would welcome investment dollars for California's bullet train project.
Governor Brown is scheduled to depart for China on Tuesday, and he's been quoted as saying he would welcome investment dollars for California's bullet train project.
Thursday, April 4 2013 3:28 AM EDT2013-04-04 07:28:54 GMT
The costs for California's bullet train project has doubled since its first projection. And a new report says the design will cost an extra $97 million.
The costs for California's bullet train project has doubled since its first projection. And a new report says the design will cost an extra $97 million.
Tuesday, April 2 2013 9:47 PM EDT2013-04-03 01:47:14 GMT
California Rail Authority Chairman Dan Richard commented on a recent article by Morris Brown, founder of DERAIL, a grassroots effort against the current high-speed rail plan.
California Rail Authority Chairman Dan Richard commented on a recent article by Morris Brown, founder of DERAIL, a grassroots effort against the current high-speed rail plan.
