In this episode of State of Events find out what is causing some controversy in China Town, Colin Lygren has the details. Nancy Gehrels reports on the rise of the electric powered cars in the city. Angela Musallam tells us how the California’s budget cut will affect schools in San Francisco. Ally Williams informs us about a new kind of Farmers Market. Plus weather and great events for the weekend.

Ally Williams tells us about a new type of Farmers Market in San Francisco.

Ashley Larson explain how San Francisco is helping the environment through composting.

James Martinez reports on what one company is doing to help protect the oceans.

In this episode of State of Events find out about the aftermath of a recent bust in the mission. Amanda Betat reports on why some people are calling for a soda tax. Ally William tells us about the U.S. recent deployment of predator drones in Libya. Also find out the what a local business is doing to help the environment. Plus weather and great events for this weekend.

This episode of State of Events includes a special Earth Day Segment. Amanda Beta tells us about the special Earth Day programs and presentations at the California Academy of Sciences. Brittany Bell informs us about the use of Birth Control on Geese in the Bay Area. The new environmental design for Park Merced is explained by Marsha Wescott. Dalia Asfoor reports on the controversial France face veil ban. Some car head lights on newer cars are being considered as road hazards, Angela Musallam has the details. Plus many more interesting stories.

Amanda Betat reports on the special activities The California Academy of Sciences is offering for Earth day.

Brittany Bell informs us about the use of Birth Control on Geese in the Bay Area.

Green living has made its way into SFO’s latest terminal. State of Events reporter Irina Yamamoto gives us an inside look at just how earth-friendly and sustainable the terminal is, and which airline passengers now have access to it.

The first newscast of Spring 2011

Producer: Kryss Solis

Director: Laura Brady

Webmaster: Ally Williams

Reporters: Dalia Asfoor, Colin Lygren, Amanda Betat, Amal Hassan, Nancy Gehrels, Angela Musallam, Brittany Bell, Brenda Cancino, Marsha Wescott, James Martinez, Ally Williams

Tensions in the Middle East, Libya Solidarity Protest, gas prices, budget cuts, a new course for incoming SFSU students, traffic lights being altered for bikers, illegal cabs, a new social networking site for kids, and a discovery by NASA.

Amanda Betat reports on the largest sustainability event.

Stephanie Nguyen reports on increasing levels of mercury in Bay Area waterways.

Stephanie Nguyen reports on a new plan that aims to recycle more plastic bags.