EnvironmentCalifornia and manufacturers strike deal over zero-emission trucksJuly 8, 2023Truck manufacturers won’t file legal challenges over California’s controversial mandate, and in return, the state air board will relax some smog-fighting requirements.
EnvironmentTribal leaders, environmental groups rally for a better water rights systemJuly 6, 2023 | Manola SecairaAdvocates showed their support for a trio of bills that would make California’s water rights system more equitable and transparent.
State GovernmentCalifornia’s firefighter union is poised to get a rare perk: Guaranteed raises, foreverJuly 2, 2023After several years of devastating wildfires, California lawmakers want to give hefty raises to Cal Fire firefighters. The deal could tie the governor’s hands in contracts.
EnvironmentWill California’s largest pensions, CalPERS and CalSTRS, divest from fossil fuels?July 2, 2023Climate activists and some lawmakers want two of California’s pension funds to shed about $15 billion of fossil fuel holdings. They say the move would reduce oil and gas companies’ political power, but opponents say it would be a bad move financially
EnvironmentBuilding California: How will the infrastructure deal affect development, wildlife?July 2, 2023Environmentalists and project proponents agree: Infrastructure bills crafted by legislators and Newsom are a good compromise. The package aims to speed up lawsuits for solar farms, reservoirs and other infrastructure.
EnvironmentHere are 5 tips to help you stay safe and cool in extreme heatJuly 1, 2023Heat waves today are not the same as 60 years ago. The warming climate is making them more intense and they're lasting longer. Here are five ways you can beat the heat and stay cool.
EnvironmentFire, law enforcement officials highlight firework safety ahead of holiday weekendJune 29, 2023Fire and law enforcement officials urged Sacramentans to use “safe and sane” fireworks, which are approved by the State Fire Marshal.
EnvironmentSacramento region to open cooling centers amid first summer heat waveJune 29, 2023 | Chris NicholsSacramento County will open cooling centers at the DHA Annex at 1725 28th St. in Midtown Sacramento and the DHA Service Center at 5747 Watt Ave. in North Highlands.
EnvironmentLake Tahoe organizations create a plan to better handle peak season crowdsJune 27, 2023 | Manola SecairaLocal groups say early pandemic visitors highlighted issues like litter, congestion and rising housing costs.
State GovernmentWhat you need to know on the California budget dealJune 27, 2023After weeks of negotiations, the governor and top Democrats in the Legislature say they have a budget deal. Legislators will start voting today on bills related to the agreement.