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‘Common Ground’ Screening in Marin City Library on October 15
The public is invited to view the documentary “Common Ground,” a film about saving and regenerating our soil, at the…
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On Your November Ballot: Prop 4 Would Approve $10 Billion for Climate Action, Conserving Natural
Prop 4 proposes issuing $10 billion in bonds to fund state and local parks, environmental protection projects, water infrastructure projects,…
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Former Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs Is Running for Lieutenant Governor
Former Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs is running to be the next lieutenant governor of California in the 2026 gubernatorial elections,…
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Biden Drops Out of 2024 Race and Endorses Harris; California Reacts
On June 21, President Joe Biden announced in a letter posted on social media that he is ending his candidacy…
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Acting Calif. Gov. McGuire Signs Bill Clearing Way for Nov. Ballot Measure on Water, Wildfire Prevention
Last week, Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed Senate Pro Tem Mike McGuire (D-Healdsburg) as acting governor while he traveled to Washington…
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Grocery Inflation Causes Food Banks to be the Default for Families in Oakland
Steve Morris, Director of Natural Resources and Environment at GAO, explained that while the pandemic certainly had an effect on…
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‘Skh,’’ UbuNtu’ and Climate Change: A Black Spiritual Issue
Climate change is a critically important issue for all people, especially Black people. As seen through the lens of Skh,…
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Young Voters Have Growing Power, But Broken Politics Leave Them ‘Fatalistic,’ Studies Find
Young voters from the millennial generation and Gen Z are emerging as the demographic center of power in American politics,…
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Yahushua’s Law: Senate Advances Bill to Protect Students from Extreme Weather
In a significant move towards student safety, the California Senate Education Committee passed Senate Bill (SB) 1248, also known as…
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The Year Ahead: Assembly Speaker Rivas Discusses Priorities, Problems
Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas shared his legislative priorities and vision for the future of California during a luncheon hosted by…
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Climate-Induced Displacement is a Global Phenomenon, but Not Evenly Experienced
As world leaders presented their plans to combat rising global temperatures at the annual United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP…
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Renowned Texas Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, 88
In response to the passing of former Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX), the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies…
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Appeals Court Denies Request to Revisit Berkeley’s Natural Gas Ban
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit has ruled against Berkeley's pioneering natural gas ban. In a majority…
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Assemblymember Tina McKinnor and Colleagues Ask Gov. Newsom to Intervene in State Employee Pay Negotiations
Tensions are flaring over ongoing contract negotiations between government employee unions and the state. Some are deadlocked. The delays have…
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Black Caucus Members Welcome New Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas
The California Assembly ushered in new leadership with the swearing in of Robert Rivas (D-Hollister) at the State Capitol in…
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As Rising Seas Disrupt Toxic Sites, Communities of Color Are at Most Risk
As rising seas threaten to flood hundreds of toxic sites along the California coast, the risk of flood-related contamination will…
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Celebrate Earth Day All Around the East Bay
Happy Earth Month! Whether you're interested in learning how to get started with worm composting, how to electrify your home,…
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Pres. Biden Appoints ‘Activist Entrepreneur’ Kerman Maddox to Trade Advisory Body
Last summer, the White House offered Southern California small business owner Kerman Maddox a unique opportunity to serve on a…
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Stop Giving Millionaires Social Security
During last year’s midterm election, Utah Republican Mike Lee won reelection to a third term… The post Stop Giving Millionaires…
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OP-ED: CPUC Helps Drive $750 Million in Diverse Spending by Water Utilities
Each year the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) shines a light on California’s investor-owned utilities’ efforts to boost local economies…
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