Scott Wiener's AI bill moves forward with significant changes
A controversial bill that aims to protect Californians from catastrophes caused by artificial intelligence has caused a stir in the…
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As La Niña strengthens, drought potential increases
As La Niña gains strength in the tropical Pacific, forecasters warn the weather pattern could plunge California back into drought…
Unlike SpaceX or Chevron, we won't be fleeing California
Both small and large companies are fleeing California in search of friendlier opportunities. From 2018 to 2021, 352 companies relocated…
Kratom regulation bill dies quietly in California
A California bill that would have imposed regulations on kratom products was quietly shelved Thursday following a standoff between advocacy…
Newsom calls for new mandate for California oil refineries
SACRAMENTO — In the latest episode of his political fight with Big Oil, Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday called on…
A 3.9 magnitude earthquake hits Lake Elsinore
A magnitude 3.9 earthquake was reported Thursday morning at 9:39 a.m. Pacific time in Lake Elsinore, according to the U.S.…
Editorial: Generative AI is energy intensive and could undermine progress in the fight against climate change
Artificial intelligence is one of the most advanced technologies in the world. Fast growing AI technologies, including Google, Microsoft, Meta,…
Editorial: Why are states lagging on climate energy rebates?
There may not be Much public awareness The Inflation Reduction Act is the largest investment in clean energy and climate…
California reduces farmworker workload as heat rises
has dramatically reduced enforcement of heat protection laws for outdoor workers, while extreme heat has intensified in recent years, endangering…
Opinion: I'm a pediatrician in Reno. I know climate change threatens children.
A few years ago, while visiting Hiroshima, Japan, I attended a talk by a well-known peace activist and hibakusha —…