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Which Way, L.A.?

Select California Companies, Farms Skirt Water Regulation

California is in its third year of what could be a prolonged drought. In some parts of the state, water conservation is mandatory. But some 4000 corporations and agricultural concerns can use all the water they want.  The State Water Resources Control Board is a powerful agency, but it admits it has no idea how much they're using.

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By Warren Olney • May 28, 2014 • 1 min read

California is in its third year of what could be a prolonged drought. In some parts of the state, water conservation is mandatory. But some 4000 corporations and agricultural concerns can use all the water they want. The State Water Resources Control Board is a powerful agency, but it admits it has no idea how much they're using. That's according to an investigative report by the Associated Press. Jason Dearen, who's based in San Francisco, co-authored the story.

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Benjamin Gottlieb

    Reporter, Fill-in Host

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    Gideon Brower

    Independent Producer

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    Andrea Brody

    Senior Producer, KCRW's Life Examined and To the Point podcast

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    Jason Dearen

    Associated Press

    News
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