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How has Governor Newsom done during his first two years in office? We’ll get a midterm report card from CapRadio reporters. Also, a look at equity in California’s Covid-19 vaccine rollout as a new system is unveiled.

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Here’s What California Lawmakers Want To Do To Take Action On Climate Change

January 29, 2021 | Ezra David Romero

After a rough legislative session last year, California lawmakers are dreaming of ways to adapt to or prevent the climate crisis. Bills this session explore corporate accountability, funds for sea level rise adaptation and other efforts.

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First Major Storm This Year Hits Northern California, Bringing Flash Flood And Even Blizzard Warnings

January 26, 2021 | Drew Sandsor | Megan Manata

An atmospheric river weather system is hitting Northern California, bringing the threat of downpours that could unleash flash flooding and destructive debris flows from wildfire burn scars.

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Environment Experts To Newsom: Now’s Your Moment

January 26, 2021 | Ezra David Romero

Environmental advocates and experts are giving mixed reviews on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s two years in office. They say he’s made some progress on climate change, but now is his time to take bold action.

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As Californians Rack Up $1 Billion in Water Debt, Advocates Fear Relief Could Come Too Late

January 22, 2021 | Nina Sparling

California has a big water debt problem — and it’s having a disproportionate impact on Black and Latinx households.

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Biden’s Climate Orders Help California, But Will Also Challenge The State To Do Better, Experts Say

January 21, 2021 | Ezra David Romero

President Joe Biden signed a flurry of executive orders to help curb climate change. But his orders also challenge California — one of the country’s leaders on climate action — to do better.

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High-Speed Rail In California Moves Along, But Slowly

January 21, 2021 | Megan Manata

Public transportation like buses, subways and light rail aren’t the only travel methods affected by the pandemic — California’s High-Speed Rail construction has also been slowed down. But the project's director says that could be speeding up soon.

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Here’s What California Lawmakers Want To Do To Prevent The Wildfire Crisis From Getting Worse

January 15, 2021 | Ezra David Romero

California lawmakers are dreaming up big ideas to prevent future wildfires from devastating communities. Bills this session explore banning development in high fire severity zones, making utilities more accountable and a bond for wildfire prevention.

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California Lawmakers Should Invest One-Time Budget Funds Into Projects With Long-Term Benefits, Experts Suggest

January 11, 2021 | Ezra David Romero

The new proposed state budget includes billions to curb climate change and prevent wildfires. As the legislature considers the budget the Legislative Analyst's Office is asking lawmakers to consider ways to make one-time funds have lasting impact.

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