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A new study finds California’s Proposition 65 law has reduced toxic chemical exposure nationwide, despite longstanding criticism over its effectiveness.
How a Trump administration will affect the environment
Eight pending California clean air rules were expected to prevent 11,000 premature deaths and provide $116 billion in health benefits over three decades.
The grant is part of a larger $3-billion initiative to deploy zero-emission equipment at the nation’s ports, which are significant sources of pollution.
Mario Alex Medina and María Alejandra Medina of Rosarito, Mexico, were found guilty for their roles in a violent kidnapping scheme, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said.
California officials insist that pesticide air samples remained within healthy limits. However, environmentalists say the state is downplaying the risk.
Kern County has signed off on an oil company’s plan to permanently store greenhouse gas emissions underground in a depleted oil field, marking California’s first foray into carbon storage and a potential new role for oil and gas companies.
Perez is running for reelection for another four-year term. She represents County District 5, which includes portions of downtown and eastern Bakersfield.
An EPA directive that all drinking water systems in the nation remove their lead pipes may not solve contamination concerns at L.A. public housing complexes.
Complaints of acrid odors, fiery accidents, soot and harmful emissions have gained new resonance in recent years.
