Newsom declares state of emergency for 7 NorCal counties following February storms
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The declaration covers Humboldt, Sonoma, Mendocino, Modoc, Napa, Shasta, and Trinity counties.
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SF joins class action lawsuit over more withheld federal funds — this time from EPA
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The suit seeks grants to resume being transmitted to all 350 recipients who were awarded funds from the Climate Justice program.climate change
Controversial climate rule, which could raise gas prices, takes effect Tuesday in California
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The new fuel standard is projected to reduce carbon dioxide-equivalent gases by 558 million metric tons through 2046.Around Town
Climate Corner Op-Ed: The truth about plastic recycling
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City of Piedmont Climate Fellow Andrew Kaplowitz shines a light on what happens to your plastic recyclables after the blue bin.California
PG&E is hiring an executive bodyguard. Combat shooting experience required
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The move raises questions about the threats it faces.Environment
Bay Area Air District raises cash incentive for drivers to retire their high-polluting vehicles
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Beginning on July 1, vehicles that are model year 2000 and older can qualify for the $2,000 buy-back.Environment
First Spare the Air alert of the year due to ozone issued in Bay Area for Friday
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People can find out when a Spare the Air alert is in effect by signing up for text alerts by texting “START” to 81757.Bay Area
June whiplash to come: Brief surge of record NorCal heat before sudden cooler/unsettled shift
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Piedmont should escape the worst of the heat, but a rapid warm-up is expected Thu-Sat in the East Bay.climate change
US Senate blocks California’s electric car mandate in historic vote
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Some experts say Congress’ move is illegal and is likely to trigger a legal battle.climate change
Should California’s climate budget pay for high speed rail and firefighters? Newsom’s new plan triggers fiery debate
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The cap and trade proposal came as California faces a $12 billion budget deficit.City
