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Tag: Gov. Gavin Newsom

California passes new bill to curb widespread use of neonicotinoid pesticides

The bill will limit the use of neonics to trained professionals beginning in 2025.

California governor names Feinstein’s replacement in Senate

Laphonza Butler will remain in the Senate until California holds two concurrent Senate elections in 2024.

California and Australia sign historic climate partnership

The MoU is a historic climate partnership that commits to "reduce emissions from freight and maritime ports and to drive uptake of low carbon liquid fuels for aviation and maritime fuels."

California votes no: Governor Gavin Newsom survives Republican-led recall effort

California voters cast their ballots in the recall because “as attention started being focused nationally on this election, people started realizing what was at stake.”

California governor signs order to ban sale of new gas-powered cars...

“The Governor’s Executive Order is a meaningful step in addressing the climate crisis and protecting the health of Californians.”

Gov. Gavin Newsom says California is cracking down on oil spills....

After we reported oil companies are making millions from illegal spills, California’s governor defended his administration’s record on oil regulation.

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The Santa Ana by Joan Didion

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How ten holier-than-thou MAGA dictates threaten to invert Jesus’ biblical commandments

Because a Christian God rules the universe, Christians should naturally run government.

UnitedHealthcare interrupts doctor mid-surgery to question patient’s cancer care

A Texas doctor was forced to step out of the operating room after an insurance company questioned her patient’s approved cancer treatment.

Phoenix places 10th on worst zoo List, pledges to shut down elephant exhibit

Phoenix Zoo’s decision is part of a growing trend among zoos across North America with about 40 zoos closing their elephant exhibits and many more pledging to close their exhibits.

Lancet study reveals Gaza death toll likely undercounted by 41% amid relentless Israeli assault

New analysis finds the human cost of Israel’s ongoing military campaign in Gaza may be far higher than official reports indicate.