EnvironmentHow California’s record snowpack plays a part in wildfire seasonA wet winter brought record snowpack to California and might change how and where wildfires pop up in the state during warmer months.
State GovernmentFentanyl bills advance at the California Legislature, but divisions on approach remain
EnvironmentMay 30, 2023California becomes the first state to phase out toxic hexavalent chromiumThe state Air Resources Board voted last week to ban the substance known as chromium 6, giving platers several years to switch to an alternative the platers say won’t produce the same chrome shine.
State GovernmentMay 26, 2023New report says Cal State has $1.5 billion funding gap, suggests tuition hikesA new analysis shows that the California State University system doesn’t make or receive enough money to cover its costs, even with state support. The report and lawmakers urge the system to increase tuition, but even that might not be enough.
EnvironmentMay 25, 2023Vicki GonzalezAlmond hulls in your coffee? Some growers look to upcycle almond byproducts into foodAlmonds are a very water-intensive product to grow. The California Almond Board hopes to reduce waste by developing methods of upcycling almond hulls into products for human consumption. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Mid Pacific | BonusMay 25, 2023BONUS EPISODE: Introducing the Proudly Asian PodcastHow does it feel when someone denies your lived experience? In this “Mid Pacific” bonus, you'll hear stories from a variety of people dealing with this issue as told to the “Proudly Asian” podcast hosted by Isabel Wong. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentMay 25, 2023As wildfire smoke worsens public health, government watchdog calls EPA response 'ad hoc'Congressional investigators say the use of a regulatory loophole to erase smoke pollution from the official record is on the rise.
May 24, 2023Chris NicholsCity of Sacramento approves emergency home repair program for low-income homeownersCity officials say the goal of the pilot program is to maintain Sacramento’s aging housing stock and keep families who can’t afford major repairs in their homes.
State GovernmentMay 24, 2023Mike HagertyDelta Tunnel plan touted by Newsom gets push-back from Congress memberCongressman Josh Harder, who represents the Stockton area and has been opposed to the Delta tunnels project for five years, is speaking out against the governor's move.
May 24, 2023Claire MorganThe new president of Sacramento State is also an alumnusJ. Luke Wood earned both his bachelor and master’s degrees at the university. He is set to take over as president on July 16.
EnvironmentMay 24, 2023Manola SecairaOfficials warn residents to stay out of California’s faster, colder river watersSnowmelt resulting from last winter’s record snowpack has caused more extreme river conditions, increasing the risk for people recreating in them.
EnvironmentMay 23, 2023Colorado River deal: What does it mean for California?Southern California growers agreed to use less water through 2026 and receive federal funds in return. But it’s not a long-term solution to the Colorado River’s water woes.
