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California
California hopes for a duplex revolution
by
Matt Levin
Aug 30, 2021
The bill likely to become law would effectively end single-family-only zoning across the state. But will it ease housing prices?
Wildfires have given parts of the West some of the worst air quality in the world
Aug 27, 2021
Even the East Coast has had air quality issues due to this summer's wildfire smoke.
The legacy of Enron in California's power challenges today
by
Lily Jamali
Aug 4, 2021
California faces more potential rolling blackouts this year due to a historic drought. But the state's deregulated power system also plays a role, and dates back to the Enron scandal.
The looming tomato shortage
by
Matt Levin
Aug 3, 2021
The drought in California — the country’s biggest producer — will make tomato yields short by up to 10%, possibly boosting prices.
California labor contract promises raises for child care providers
by
Mariana Dale
Aug 3, 2021
The new contract means that more than 40,000 workers will see a bump in pay.
Lake Mead business struggles to stay afloat as water drops to historic low
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Maria Hollenhorst
Jul 29, 2021
“It’s a tough season this year,” says Lisa Duncan of Temple Bar Marina. Slips are filled, but the boat launch is closed for now.
A California fix for rolling blackouts irks neighbors
by
Lily Jamali
Jul 22, 2021
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission recently approved a California proposal that prioritizes its own power needs in a crunch.
For public good, not for profit.
Training a new workforce for California's move to electric vehicles
Jun 28, 2021
Researchers say the state will need a lot more people to build and maintain its EV infrastructure.
California wants to make it easier to turn empty malls into affordable housing
by
Matt Levin
Jun 2, 2021
But cities, who don't want to give up sales tax revenue, and stores may not be quick to give up mall space.
For automakers, California emissions standards play a key regulatory role
by
Justin Ho
Apr 22, 2021
Car manufacturers want a clear vision of where the country is headed, to create a consistent production process.