Environment State calls for public voice in federal review of Coastal Management Program By Ruth Dusseault, Bay City News | August 6, 2026 Federal efforts to expand development along and offshore of California’s coast are at the center of the review, according to a state agency.
Bay Area Climate experts predict high flood risk in Bay Area for super El Niño By Alise Maripuu, Bay City News | August 6, 2026 Record-high temperatures in the Pacific Ocean signal a wild winter ahead.
climate change Band-Aid, not a cure: federal Colorado River plan leaves states guessing every two years By Rachel Becker | CalMatters | August 5, 2026 Key agreements for managing the river are expiring at the end of this year.
Environment Controversial swan hunt appears to work: California’s mute swan population drops By Ryan Sabalow | CalMatters | August 4, 2026 Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law last year allowing Californians to kill non-native mute swans.
Housing Homebuilders petition to drop endangered species protection for Swainson’s hawk By Griffin Jones | Bay City News | August 3, 2026 Fish and Game commissioners have until September 8 to evaluate the petition.
climate change California fire season has been quiet. A heat wave could change that fast By Rachel Becker | CalMatters | July 29, 2026 California has so far escaped devastating fires this summer, but a coming heat wave increases the potential for dangerous conditions.
Environment Newsom appointed a close ally to this state board. Environmental groups say he has a conflict of interest By Alejandra Reyes-Velarde and Jeanne Kuang | CalMatters | July 24, 2026 Rhys Williams has worked as a lobbyist for a firm that represents clients that handle toxic materials.
climate change California can’t replant its forests fast enough to keep up with wildfires By Rachel Becker | CalMatters | July 24, 2026 Climate change and more than a century of overzealous fire suppression are fueling severe wildfires.
Environment They’re on our flag, but do long-gone grizzly bears belong in modern California? By Ryan Sabalow | CalMatters | July 23, 2026 The California agency that would be responsible for studying grizzly bear reintroduction does not appear eager to take it on.
Environment California threatens lawsuit over federal offshore wind lease buyout By Nicole Tingson | Bay City News | July 20, 2026 State officials argue the agreement violates the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act.