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UC system announces new policies for handling protests
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Schools across the University of California are updating their campus climate policies this school year, following major protests that unfolded last year over the Israel-Hamas war. University of California President Dr. Michael V. Drake said in a statement the school system spent the summer reflecting on...
California’s AI Bill: A Silicon Valley Showdown
California’s ambitious attempt to regulate large-scale artificial intelligence (AI) systems is advancing through the State Legislature, but only with significant modifications and intense debate within the tech industry. Senate Bill 1047, introduced by State Sen. Scott Wiener, D-San Francisco, cleared the Assembly Appropriations Committee last week with substantial amendments....
Homeowners forced to evacuate after fire rips through neighborhoods: 'Arson investigators are still assessing the scene'
The fire grew to about 100 acres at one point, destroying at least five homes and damaging three others. A wildfire spread quickly after it developed around 60 miles east of Los Angeles, leaving officials investigating its origins. The fire is just one of thousands that have overwhelmed firefighters this year in California.
Newsom vetoes bill seeking to tighten refinery-adjacent air monitoring rules
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Monday vetoed a bill aimed at tightening air pollution monitoring provisions for so-called fence-line zones that mark the perimeter of oil refineries. “While I share the author’s desire to protect communities from air pollution, local air quality management districts are already carrying out the necessary action to do just…
Ninth Circuit tosses California law limiting gun purchases to one every 30 days
(The Center Square) – A new ruling from the the United States Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals now will prevent California’s law limiting gun purchases to one every 30 days from taking effect. While a federal district court had issued an injunction against the law, California sought a stay against the injunction via the Ninth Circuit. The Ninth Circuit issued a stay, reversing its stay after hearing oral arguments on the case. ...
California Water Institute highlights complex water issues for legislative staff
The California Water Institute at Fresno State, in partnership with the Maddy Institute, recently hosted a Water Bootcamp aimed at enhancing the understanding of California’s complex water systems among state legislative staff. “The positive engagement and thoughtful questions from our attendees showed a significant interest in understanding the state’s...
California hits milestones toward 100% clean energy — but has a long way to go
KETTLEMAN CITY, Calif. — California recently hit a milestone: 100 days this year with 100% carbon-free, renewable electricity for at least a part of each day, as tracked by Stanford University engineering Professor Mark Z. Jacobson. The state notched the milestone while — so far — avoiding blackouts and...
Oysters Are Being Recalled In 9 States Due To Possible Bacteria Contamination, FDA Warns
Oysters have shipped to restaurants and retailers in nine different states have been recalled after it was discovered they may be contaminated with Campylobacter jejuni, a bacteria that can cause diarrhea, nausea, and stomach cramps at best, and life...
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