Is Criticism Against PG&E Over Handling of Blackouts Fair?
Policymakers are comparing it unfavorably with San Diego Gas & Electric, a veteran of preemptive blackouts — but some critics say the state shouldn't be so quick to put SDG&E on a pedestal.
“Are they better than the utilities in the north? Yeah, probably. But does that mean that they are the gold standard? Absolutely not.”
Prefabricated Apartments Could Ease California’s Housing Shortage
Part of the reason California rents are so astronomical — the state now has five of the top 10 priciest rental markets in the country, according to real estate data firm Zumper — is because it’s really expensive to build new apartments here.
More Sleep, Less Lunch Stress: The New Laws Affecting California’s Children
Gov. Gavin Newsom, a father of four, promised he’d put kids front and center in his first-year agenda. Here’s how they fared.
California Schools Putting Healthier Lunches to the Test
From reshaping school lunches to offering vegan options, K-12 schools across the state are rethinking the formula behind student meals.
Daunting Dilemma
Homelessness is one of our region’s most pressing concerns — and it’s proving to be one of the most perplexing to solve
Comstock’s asked a panel of experts from across the Capital Region to share their thoughts on the issue of homelessness.
No Simple Solutions
Homelessness is a growing problem that affects all of us across the Capital Region
Homelessness continues to be a growing issue that affects not just those who are experiencing it, but all of us in the community.
It’s Time for California to Put Family-Business Designation into State Law
“Succession planning has become more difficult for family-owned businesses as generations break from the family operation to forge their own paths.”
Is Stockton’s Basic Income Program Working?
Stockton is halfway through an 18-month program that provides $500 a month to 125 people from low-income ZIP codes. Proponents say the program is a step toward economic equality; opponents say it’s unrealistic and enabling.
Californians May Get to Vote on Expanded Privacy Rights
If a San Francisco privacy advocate is successful in placing the issue on the ballot, it could become a hot-button battle next November
The San Francisco advocate who spearheaded California’s landmark law protecting the privacy of consumers’ online data is planning to propose a new initiative on Wednesday to create and enforce a data privacy bill of rights.
Trump Rescinds California’s Authority to Set Its Own Emissions Standards
The long-promised revocation, announced as the president raised money in California, could reverberate beyond this state: 13 others use identical car-emissions rules.
The Trump administration has revoked California’s unique authority to combat tailpipe pollution on its own terms, setting the stage for protracted litigation, jeopardizing public health and hindering the state’s ability to battle climate change.