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California High-Speed Rail Clears Environmental Review, Hires Designer for Railway
‘[The] approval is more than a historic milestone—it closes the gap between Los Angeles and San Francisco,” said a rail authority board official.
Power Shutoff Possible in This Week’s Heat, Northern California Warned
PG&E warns eight counties from wine country north to Shasta that wind and heat could force an outage to lower fire risk.
California’s Water Supply Should Keep Valley Farmers Afloat This Summer
Two years of heavy rain have helped the state recover from the drought, but experts say sustaining supplies will require more infrastructure.
California Valley Fruit Stands Offer the Sweetest Flavors
The region’s rich soil and Mediterranean climate give its fruits unique sweetness.
California Lawmakers Consider Restricting Artificial Intelligence
One new bill requires disclosure if AI is used in making political ads. The other ensures community college instructors won’t be replaced by AI.
Financial Literacy for California Children a Priority for State Leaders
Gov. Gavin Newsom said that he had come to an agreement with lawmakers and nonprofit leaders on the need for teaching children personal finance skills.
PAGA Reform Bills Pass California Legislature; Ballot Initiative Removed
Changes to the 2004 worker-protection law offer businesses incentives to comply.
