Gas prices in California will go up about 3 cents on July 1 due to the state’s excise tax on gasoline, which is adjusted each year.
Hayley Smith
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Did California learn anything from the last drought? ‘Gambling’ with water continues
While some of the promises made during the previous drought have been kept, conservation efforts are slipping as well-drilling threatens groundwater.
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‘We had no idea this was goodbye’: These are the 21 victims of the Texas school shooting
The Texas school shooting victims were athletes, artists, dancers and kids with big dreams. Most were under the age of 11.
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April storms make small dent in California’s drought, but it’s not enough
Although April’s rain and snow have been impressive, nearly all of the state remains under significant drought conditions, officials said.
Posted inCoast Life
Man convicted of setting Big Sur wildfire that killed 12 endangered condors
Ivan Gomez found guilty of arson in the 125,000-acre Dolan fire near Big Sur and cruelty to animals for killing multiple condors, prosecutors said.
Posted inPolitics & Policy
Proposed bill would shorten California workweek to 32 hours. Here’s what to know
The bill, AB 2932, would change the definition of a workweek from 40 hours to 32 hours for companies with more than 500 employees.
Posted inCoast Life
Visiting a state park? Your library card can get you in for free
In an effort to provide more equitable outdoor access to all Californians, residents can now use their library cards to gain free entry to more than 200 state parks, officials announced this week.
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California slashes State Water Project allocation as year begins with record dryness
After a record-dry start to 2022, California water officials have slashed State Water Project allocations from 15% to 5%.
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California drought continues after state has its driest January and February on record
California just suffered its driest January and February in more than a century. Water officials tell residents to brace for a third year of drought.
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As drought lingers, larger and more destructive wildfires pose new threats to water supply
Wildfires are increasing streamflow throughout the Western U.S., raising new threats for public safety and water management, according to researchers.