EnvironmentCalifornia’s surge in EV sales has stalled — so what happens to its landmark mandate?February 10, 2025About a quarter of all new cars registered in California in 2024 were electric cars, raising questions about whether the state will fail to meet its groundbreaking mandate banning sales of gas-powered vehicles.
State GovernmentGovernor Newsom strikes delicate political balance with Trump while seeking federal money for LA firesFebruary 7, 2025 | Laura FitzgeraldNewsom said on Thursday he had not yet received “specific commitments” from the federal government but was confident “that it’s going to be a strong partnership moving forward.”
State GovernmentBefore they lost their homes in the LA fires, many lost their insuranceFebruary 6, 2025Over the past few years, tens of thousands of Californians have faced the same shock. Major companies like State Farm and Allstate have been pulling back as wildfires in the state have intensified.
EnvironmentTwo Atmospheric River Storms Prompt Flood WatchFebruary 3, 2025 | Steve MilneThe Sacramento region is in store for more rain this week after being inundated with rain over the weekend.
Environment‘It’s a tool, it’s an ally’: Why an Indigenous-led burning group wants to change California’s relationship to fireFebruary 3, 2025 | Manola SecairaThe Tribal EcoRestoration Alliance, or TERA, is a Lake County-based group dedicated to changing attitudes around intentional fire and sharing knowledge with a new generation of burners. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EducationAs wildfires disrupt Los Angeles schools, experts begin to study mental health effects on studentsJanuary 30, 2025 | Srishti PrabhaWildfires have forced the closure of Los Angeles schools, displacing over 700,000 students and staff. Experts warn of lasting mental health impacts and the need for long-term recovery plans. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentSaying goodbye to CapRadio’s 2024 temperature blanketJanuary 30, 2025After a year with this blanket, I’ve found I’m more aware of what’s normal and what’s a little more unusual in the Sacramento region — like in the summer, when Claire and I stitched the story of summer heat that broke records in Sacramento.
EnvironmentHere’s where to see nesting bald eagles by Lake NatomaJanuary 27, 2025 | Manola SecairaFor years, the same pair of eagles have laid their eggs at a nest by Lake Natoma in Folsom. Locals often gather along a pathway by Snowberry Way, right next to the water, to see the eagle couple at their nest from around February to June. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentTrump orders more Central Valley water deliveries — claiming it would help LA firesJanuary 27, 2025Citing the LA fires, Trump directed federal agencies to “immediately take actions to override” water operations and environmental rules. But the water mostly serves Central Valley farms.
State GovernmentBound for LA, Trump ups his threat to withhold fire aid and keeps Newsom out of the loopJanuary 24, 2025The Trump administration apparently opted not to coordinate at all with Gov. Newsom while planning the president’s visit to fire-ravaged Los Angeles today. Just how awkward will this be?
