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California just completed its Firehawk helicopter fleet — faster, stronger aircraft with high-flying capability. Cal Fire and Gov. Gavin Newsom say it’s a crucial upgrade as wildfires intensify.
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The California Legislature sent a wide range of bills to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk this year to help the state mitigate and adapt to climate change. -
U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez ruled that the law is unconstitutional. -
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists says such treatments are unproven and have no scientific backing. -
At Blakespear's request, the project will include separated bike lanes to provide added protection. -
Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara said the state would write new rules to let insurers consider climate risks in setting their rates. -
The San Diego County Grand Jury had suggested that the city guarantee funding for road repairs every year. -
DACA has once again been deemed unlawful by a federal court. The ruling leaves over half a million “dreamers” in limbo. -
The Newsom administration says regulation could push companies that make self-driving vehicles out-of-state. -
California law restricting companies' use of information from kids online is halted by federal judgeThe law would require businesses to report to the state on any product or service they offer on the internet that is likely to be used by people younger than 18 — and provide plans to reduce any harms that minors might suffer. -
A Sacramento prosecutor is suing California’s capital city over failure to clean up homeless encampments. Sacramento District Attorney Thien Ho says his office asked the city to enforce laws around sidewalk obstruction and to create additional professionally operated camping sites.
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