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Clean-car rules: California unveils proposed measure to ban new gasoline-fueled cars
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If enacted this summer, the first-in-the-world mandate would increase sales of zero-emission cars to 35% in 2026, and prohibit new gasoline or diesel cars by 2035.California
Sierra snowpack worsens, falls to lowest level in 7 years
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The April snowpack, key to how much water flows into reservoirs, is 38% of average statewide.Bay Area
Newsom imposes new California water restrictions — leaves details to locals
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Under the order local water suppliers must act as if their water supplies have dipped by at least 10 to 20%.Bay Area
State unveils long-awaited standard for drinking water contaminant linked to cancer
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The proposed limit on hexavalent chromium -- made infamous by Erin Brockovich -- would be the first in the nation.Featured in Category
Californians used more water as state braces for another dry year
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Some experts say it’s time for Newsom to issue a mandatory order.California
Snow falling: As climate warms, overhauling California water projections gains urgency
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The Sierra Nevada hasn’t provided nearly as much water as predicted, and the state is struggling to overhaul its snow runoff forecasts.Bay Area
No end in sight: California drought on course to break another record
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After record-breaking snowfall at the start of the rainy season, January and February will likely be the driest on recordgavin newsom
‘Morale killer’: California scientists battle over pay disparities
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State scientists, who make on average 27% less than state engineers, are trying to negotiate a better deal.California
