California environmental news

California Delays Landmark Plastic Pollution Law Implementation

News Summary California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a delay in the implementation of SB 54, the state’s ambitious plastic…

2 months ago

California Insurer Terminates Executive Over Wildfire Comments

News Summary State Farm has fired executive Haden Kirkpatrick following the release of an undercover video where he discusses rising…

2 months ago

Blue Shield of California Appoints New Interim CEO

News Summary Blue Shield of California has appointed Mike Stuart as the new Interim President and CEO following the departure…

2 months ago

California Wildfires Cause Major Losses, but Fine Art Remains Safe

News Summary This year, California experienced devastating wildfires resulting in an estimated $2.3 billion in losses, with over 29 lives…

2 months ago

California Police Department Acquires High-End Equipment

News Summary A California police department has introduced a new, high-end piece of equipment, stirring curiosity and concerns about its…

2 months ago

Governor Takes Action to Tackle Wildfire Threats in California

News Summary Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency in California to expedite wildfire prevention measures. The declaration…

2 months ago

Neighbors Confront Challenges After Eaton Fire in Altadena

News Summary In the aftermath of the Eaton Fire on January 30, 2025, two Altadena neighbors faced contrasting recovery experiences…

2 months ago

California Mandates Return to Office for State Workers

News Summary California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that nearly 100,000 state employees will return to in-office work four days…

2 months ago

California Governor Takes Bold Steps to Combat Wildfire Threats

News Summary California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency to expedite wildfire prevention measures amid escalating fire…

2 months ago

California Insurers Implement Rate Hikes Due to Wildfire Impact

News Summary Insurance companies in California, including Mercury General and Safeco, are raising rates due to the financial repercussions of…

2 months ago