Loren Elliott / CalMatters
California legislative leaders in the wee hours of Wednesday morning reached an agreement with Gov. Gavin Newsom to extend the state’s greenhouse gas emissions reduction program, known as cap and trade, through 2045 — a contentious expansion that for weeks stewed in backroom discussions, held up other critical legislation and roiled insiders.
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It was expected to be much cooler in inland San Diego County Wednesday with strong and gusty southwest to west winds in the mountains and deserts gradually diminishing during the afternoon. -
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Mayor Todd Gloria and other state elected leaders on Tuesday applauded Gov. Gavin Newsom for signing Senate Bill 43, which is intended to modernize California's mental health conservatorship laws. -
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that makes it easier for authorities to compel treatment for people with mental illness or addiction issues. -
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Strong high pressure over the eastern Pacific and weak offshore flow was expected to bring much warmer weather Wednesday through Friday in San Diego County, the National Weather Service said. -
The San Diego Humane Society will offer free microchipping of pets brought into its four shelter locations with an appointment during the month of October, officials announced on Tuesday. -
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Strong high pressure over the eastern Pacific was expected to move slowly toward San Diego County Monday, bringing drying and a strong warming trend.
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