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September 25, 2022
New program to give ineligible University of California applicants a path to admission
Each year, many students apply to the University of California but didn't take all the high school classes required for admission. A new program will give them the chance to still get a spot in the system.
September 24, 2022
California plans to phase out new gas heaters by 2030
The California Air Resources Board voted Thursday to ban the sale of new gas furnaces and water heaters beginning in 2030. Homes will be required to install zero-emissions alternatives, like electric heaters.
Get free rides on SacRT Oct. 1-7 for California Clean Air Day
Sacramento Regional Transit is offering system-wide free rides for a week to encourage residents to reduce vehicle emissions.
September 23, 2022
Northern California wildfires: Where to find updates on air quality, evacuations, and official information
Here’s a list of resources to track the latest information on the wildfires burning throughout Northern California.
September 22, 2022
What’s next for Eleni Kounalakis as California lieutenant governor?
In a 50-minute interview with CalMatters, Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis talks about what she can and can’t do in the job on higher education, income inequality, offshore oil drilling and other issues. She also discusses her political ambitions.
A new study says that low-income households bear the brunt of electricity costs
A large part of the average electric bill in California goes toward funding climate change mitigation, solar subsidies and other measures – which comes at a heavy cost for low-income customers.
September 22, 2022
As Sacramento schools try to address the mental health crisis, vulnerable students suffer
With so many students requiring mental health support and school districts confronting mental health clinician shortages, local organizations are stepping up to bridge the gap for students of color to meet the demand.
September 21, 2022
Will women rule in the 2022 California election?
While female candidates still face challenges, voters could elect a record number of women to the state Legislature in November. The roster of female lawmakers could rise to 45 of the 120 seats, according to a CalMatters analysis.
September 21, 2022
Covid still kills, but the demographics of its victims are shifting
Californians were far less likely to die from covid in the first seven months of 2022 than during the first two years of the pandemic.
September 20, 2022
Yolo County’s homeless population increased 14% since 2019, report finds
While the county’s overall homeless population increased, the number of unsheltered homeless people dropped nearly 5%. That category refers to anyone living on the street, in a tent, vehicle or abandoned building.