Ben Christopher | Piedmont Exedra

A plan to change your utility rates is dividing California environmentalists. Here’s why

The state’s largest power providers could slap most customers with a new fixed charge.

Some of California’s top lawmakers want to clear up, but also rein in, the state’s most controversial housing statute.

Pro-housing legislators and advocates want to strip the California Coastal Commission of more authority in order to spur housing development.

Some of California’s most powerful lawmakers have taken aim at corporate landlords this legislative session.

On Jan. 31, dozens of cities and counties are expected to complete zoning changes promised in housing element plans.

Case to determine how much leeway cities and counties have in offsetting new construction with fees to pay for infrastructure.

Opponents of proposed housing projects will find it harder to use the California Environmental Quality Act to delay projects.

The state has hundreds of millions to spend, but developers say they need billions.

The Legislature passed more affordable housing laws but home prices and rents are still increasing.

The emergency relief program has been beset by lengthy delays and administrative disorganization, say struggling renters.