EnvironmentWildfires in California have burned 1 million acres so far this year. Heat wave poses more riskOctober 1, 2024Spiking temperatures added to the challenges facing firefighters struggling to contain a stubborn Southern California wildfire, as the total acres burned in the state this year surpassed 1 million.
State GovernmentNewsom approves new regulations on oil drilling in CaliforniaSeptember 26, 2024 | Laura FitzgeraldAmid a special session on gas prices, Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation which will limit drilling and create buffer zones between community spaces and wells.
State GovernmentLater Friday night lights: How a new California law shields student athletes from heatSeptember 24, 2024A change in California law has set new rules for when young athletes can play and practice in high temperatures, affecting schools and teams across the state.
EnvironmentA new 'mini-moon' comes to Earth this fallSeptember 23, 2024An newly discovered asteroid will be captured by Earth's gravity this fall. The "mini-moon" will spend about two months in Earth's orbit, before being flung back on its normal path around the sun.
State GovernmentCalifornia sues ExxonMobil and says it lied about plastics recyclingSeptember 23, 2024California is suing ExxonMobil for allegedly deceiving the public for half a century by promising that recycling would address the global plastics pollution crisis.
State GovernmentCalifornia governor signs law banning all plastic shopping bags at grocery storesSeptember 23, 2024California had already banned thin plastic shopping bags at supermarkets and other stores, but shoppers can purchase bags made with thicker plastic that purportedly makes them reusable and recyclable.
State GovernmentGovernor Newsom weighs major education bills, from climate action to menstruation educationSeptember 20, 2024 | Srishti PrabhaGovernor Gavin Newsom faces key decisions this month as several education bills await his signature. These bills reflect statewide concerns about climate change, menstrual health, and the impact of technology on learning.
State GovernmentLawmakers embark on second special session aimed at lowering gas pricesSeptember 18, 2024 | Laura FitzgeraldAssembly members will evaluate proposals to ease California’s gas prices, which cost an average of $4.70 per gallon, or a dollar and a half above the national average.
EnvironmentState bans on commercial food waste have been largely ineffective, study findsSeptember 16, 2024Much of the food supply in the U.S. goes uneaten, which contributes to climate change. Some states have tried to cut food waste in landfills, but their efforts have fallen short, researchers found.
EnvironmentHere’s how to celebrate 916 Day, the holiday celebrating all things SacramentoSeptember 13, 2024 | Keyshawn DavisCity officials are hosting a series of volunteer events at parks across Sacramento to celebrate.
