Climate
California creates first tribal-led marine protected areas
California wildlife regulators have made the state’s first ‘underwater parks’ in an effort spearheaded by tribes. It’s a win for Indigenous stewardship but a loss for fishers who warn they’ll suffer an economic hit.
Why an ambitious 300-mile trail in Northern California distresses some Native Americans
California’s 307-mile Great Redwood Trail promises economic renewal and scenic wonder — but some Native Americans fear the project will erase sacred history.
Southern California fires ease as Santa Ana winds die down. But rain could bring new risks
Southern California firefighters gain ground on the Norte, Bryson and Henderson fires as Santa Ana winds ease, but incoming rain brings their own risks.
Help us report on clean-air trucks and buses in California
If you have participated in California’s clean truck and bus subsidy program, known as HVIP, and would be open to sharing your story, we would like to hear from you.
California spent over $1 billion subsidizing clean transit. Accusations of fraud and waste followed
A premier California green transportation initiative is roiled by accusations of fraud, waste and poor oversight. Officials insist it is managed effectively.
Help us report on clean-air trucks and buses in California
If you have participated in California’s clean truck and bus subsidy program, known as HVIP, and would be open to sharing your story, we would like to hear from you.
Clean transit, poor oversight
California’s $1-billion clean truck and bus subsidy program was designed to cut pollution and accelerate zero-emission sales. It is now facing allegations of fraud, waste and poor oversight.
A truck company founder was indicted for fraud. California still paid $50 million for its vehicles
Nikola Corp.’s former CEO was indicted for fraud. His company’s vehicles were the most heavily subsidized in California’s $1-billion clean truck incentive program on average.
Two Utah hikers rescued after perilous, freezing 36-hour trek on Mt. Shasta
Two Utah hikers survived freezing 15-degree temperatures and a 36-hour ordeal on Mt. Shasta after getting lost off-trail with dead phone batteries.
‘All I could see was flames’: Norte fire hollows out Orange County homes
The Norte fire has burned more than 570 acres and damaged homes in San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano as firefighters battle Southern California blazes.