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.
Here's what happened when affirmative action ended at California public collegesJuly 1, 2023Twenty-five years of experimentation under race-neutral admissions policies — and a half-billion dollars later — the University of California system says they still can't meet their diversity goals.
Arts and LifestyleHanami Line project recognizes Japanese SacramentansJuly 1, 2023 | Janelle SalangaThe cherry tree grove, planted in Robert T. Matsui Park along the Sacramento riverfront, broke ground this past week and will open fully to the public in 2024.
Health CareE-Cigs are still flooding the US, addicting teens with higher nicotine dosesJuly 1, 2023The FDA, Justice Department, and White House have failed to act as vapes with kid-friendly flavors like cotton candy or gummy bears proliferate.
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.
