Larry Valenzuela
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CalMatters/CatchLight Local
For years, California refused to create a Western mega energy market over concerns about fossil fuels and union jobs. But now, the idea is closer than ever.
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KPBS Midday EditionAs part of new guidance from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, California will now track carbon emissions from wildfires. -
Two-term incumbent Serge Dedina is leaving Imperial Beach’s top political office to return to his environmental activism roots. -
The addition of new HOV lanes on SR-56 is a rare instance of the city covering 100% of a freeway expansion's construction costs. -
Scientists are finding that Western wildfires can have far-reaching impacts. If they're burning while Central U.S. thunderstorms are forming, the rain and hail can be dramatically more destructive. -
Federal weather officials say drought and wildfire risks will remain elevated in the western states while warmer than average temperatures will greet the Southwest, Gulf Coast and East Coast this winter. -
An October heat wave brought record high temperatures in parts of San Diego County. -
More than 9 million people statewide will participate in the worldwide drill. -
While the U.S. considers finally banning the carcinogen, a group of men has come forward, saying they were exposed repeatedly while working at a chemical plant in New York. -
San Diego Gas and Electric is asking state officials to approve a big jump in electricity and gas delivery charges for 2023. -
Temperatures are expected to reach 96 in Oceanside, Vista, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Chula Vista, National City, San Diego, Escondido, El Cajon, San Marcos, La Mesa, Santee and Poway.
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