EnvironmentAs California’s Drought Deepens, Water Use Drops Only 1.8%September 21, 2021Officials warn that next year’s cuts in water supply could go even deeper as severe drought grips nearly 90% of California. Residents of the North Coast and Bay Area conserved more than Southern Californians did.
State GovernmentA Partisan Recall Puts California Republican Party In DisarraySeptember 19, 2021Gov. Gavin Newsom made the California recall a partisan contest, and Republican elected officials had an embarrassing showing. Larry Elder, on the other hand, is the new power in the GOP.
CHP Sidesteps Feds To Continue 30-Day TowsSeptember 18, 2021The California Highway Patrol still impounds thousands of unlicensed drivers’ cars for 30 days, despite a 2017 federal court ruling calling the holds unconstitutional.
State GovernmentCalifornia’s Housing Crisis: How Much Difference Will A Zoning Bill Make?September 17, 2021A new California law will allow as many as two duplexes, two houses with attached units, or a combination — capped at four units — on single-family lots across California, without local approval. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentFull Speed Ahead On Overhauling California RecallsSeptember 15, 2021The day after Gov. Newsom easily defeats the recall, Democrats start a push to make recalls more difficult.
State GovernmentBill To Decertify Police For Serious Misconduct Clears LegislatureSeptember 12, 2021The measure now heads to Gov. Gavin Newsom, who helped broker last minute negotiations.
State GovernmentOut Of Time: California Legislators Won’t Extend Eviction BanSeptember 12, 2021The California eviction moratorium is scheduled to end after Sept. 30, but legislators aren’t planning to extend the protections for renters.
EnvironmentDevastating Fires Could Damage Lake Tahoe’s Iconic Blue WatersSeptember 1, 2021Researchers have already seen drops in Lake Tahoe’s clarity during the fires, although it may be temporary. The damage could last years, but its extent depends on how much burns and releases soot into its famous blue waters.
Not Enough Subs: California Schools Face Severe Teacher ShortageSeptember 1, 2021Long underpaid and underappreciated, substitute teachers are key to keeping schools open this year. But a shortage of subs has created another layer of chaos to this pandemic school year.
State GovernmentWho Is Larry Elder And What Would He Do As Governor?August 28, 2021In an hour-long interview, Newsom recall candidate Larry Elder discussed his libertarian policies and why he won’t debate other Republicans.
