California

CA Pesticide Watch: Public Input on 1,3-D Cuts & EJ Panel Nominations Open

Next steps announced in the joint-and-mutual development of regulations to restrict 1,3-dichloropropene (1,3-D) use to address cancer risks for occupational…

5 months ago

California Launches Mobile Air Monitoring to Shield Underserved Communities from Pollution

Starting in June, the pilot project will deploy mobile air monitoring equipment to 64 communities throughout the state, with a…

5 months ago

Sen. Lena Gonzalez’s SB 48 to Protect Schools from Deportation Threats Passes Senate

In response, Senator Lena Gonzalez, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond and a robust coalition of parents, teachers, school…

5 months ago

DPR Proposes Regulations for Tracking Reportable Pesticide Use Near Schools

DPR has opened a public comment period on the proposed regulations through July 14, 2025.

5 months ago

Governor Supports Court Ruling Against Unlawful Tariffs as Pro-Business & Safety Tariff Reform Bills Advance in Senate

  Gov. Newsom’s Statement on Court Decision Affirming Trump’s Tariffs Unlawful SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following statement…

5 months ago

California Unveils Lifesaving Heat-Ranking System, Invests $32 Million to Fight Extreme Heat

With CalHeatScore, California becomes the first state in the nation —  and one of the only jurisdictions in the world…

5 months ago

Gov. Newsom Announces Appointments

  SACRAMENTO — Gov. Gavin Newsom May 22 announced the following appointments: Nicole Thibeau, of Los Angeles, has been reappointed…

5 months ago

Make America Smoggy Again:’ Governor Newsom Responds to Illegal Senate Vote Aiming to Undo State’s Clean Air Policies

If upheld, the Republican rollback of these three regulations – against the rulings of the Senate Parliamentarian and GAO –…

5 months ago

Barragán Leads Entire California Democratic Delegation in Urging Trump Administration to Protect Head Start Funding

Decades of research confirm that the program improves school readiness, boosts long-term academic and employment outcomes, and helps break the…

5 months ago

LA News: County Launches Culinary Training Program for Justice Impacted, Unhoused Individuals and Governors LA Appointments

Graduates will be equipped with real-world culinary skills, a ServSafe Food Handler Certification, and access to transportation and training stipends,…

5 months ago