EnvironmentA new 'mini-moon' comes to Earth this fallSeptember 23, 2024An newly discovered asteroid will be captured by Earth's gravity this fall. The "mini-moon" will spend about two months in Earth's orbit, before being flung back on its normal path around the sun.
State GovernmentCalifornia sues ExxonMobil and says it lied about plastics recyclingSeptember 23, 2024California is suing ExxonMobil for allegedly deceiving the public for half a century by promising that recycling would address the global plastics pollution crisis.
State GovernmentCalifornia governor signs law banning all plastic shopping bags at grocery storesSeptember 23, 2024California had already banned thin plastic shopping bags at supermarkets and other stores, but shoppers can purchase bags made with thicker plastic that purportedly makes them reusable and recyclable.
State GovernmentGovernor Newsom weighs major education bills, from climate action to menstruation educationSeptember 20, 2024 | Srishti PrabhaGovernor Gavin Newsom faces key decisions this month as several education bills await his signature. These bills reflect statewide concerns about climate change, menstrual health, and the impact of technology on learning.
State GovernmentLawmakers embark on second special session aimed at lowering gas pricesSeptember 18, 2024 | Laura FitzgeraldAssembly members will evaluate proposals to ease California’s gas prices, which cost an average of $4.70 per gallon, or a dollar and a half above the national average.
EnvironmentState bans on commercial food waste have been largely ineffective, study findsSeptember 16, 2024Much of the food supply in the U.S. goes uneaten, which contributes to climate change. Some states have tried to cut food waste in landfills, but their efforts have fallen short, researchers found.
EnvironmentHere’s how to celebrate 916 Day, the holiday celebrating all things SacramentoSeptember 13, 2024 | Keyshawn DavisCity officials are hosting a series of volunteer events at parks across Sacramento to celebrate.
EnvironmentGas stoves may soon come with a tobacco-style health warning label in CaliforniaSeptember 13, 2024In California, gas stoves may come with a health warning label.
EnvironmentNew study finds 65% decrease in California’s fine particle pollution over 20 yearsSeptember 13, 2024 | Manola SecairaAlthough fine particle pollution has decreased statewide, researchers say historically disadvantaged communities still face disproportionate impacts. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Environment‘I won’t let them drink the water’: The California towns where clean drinking water is out of reachSeptember 11, 2024Drinking water contamination is a chronic, insidious threat in California’s rural communities. Some have been waiting for clean water for years.
