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Richard Vogel/AP PhotoThe five major contenders have different track records and proposals on some of the biggest issues facing California. They’re trying to position themselves to appeal to sizable voting blocs before the March 5 primary. -
Kristyna Wentz-GraffCurrent Speaker Dan Rayfield has said he will lead the chamber through this year's legislative session, but a change could come soon after.
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The nonpartisan Legislative Analyst’s Office says that Gov. Gavin Newsom’s initial 2024-25 budget is “optimistic” on revenue and has strengths and weaknesses on spending. The LAO offers guidance to state lawmakers on their version. -
Deciding when and where to conduct prescribed burns is becoming increasingly important as the climate warms, and, according to a recent study, the timing and frequency of appropriate weather will also play a larger role.
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Environmental groups have successfully pushed for a ‘green terminal’ strategy at the Port of Humboldt outside Eureka.
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The U.S. Supreme Court agreed on Friday to hear a case out of Southern Oregon that could make sweeping policy changes to the way cities address homelessness and enforce rules around public camping.
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Nitrous oxide is used medically for sedation or pain relief and in restaurants to make whipped cream. It’s also used to get high.
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The Oregon Supreme Court will defer to the U.S. Supreme Court and won’t hear a court case challenging former President Donald Trump’s ability to appear on Oregon ballots.
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Scientists say predicting the effects of climate change on avalanches is elusive: Many factors such as temperature, rain and winds are altered by the changing climate. Lower-elevation areas may see fewer avalanches, but uncertainties remain about higher elevations.
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'It means the river has a future': Advocates cheer milestone as water flows from a Klamath River damThis week, water started being released from a reservoir on the Klamath River, kicking off the largest dam removal in U.S. history.
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Democratic lawmakers are working on a separate proposal to address the state’s drug addiction crisis.
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Facing big deficits, the governor has proposed taking a bigger chunk out of climate programs in his new budget — about 7% — and spreading the funds over seven years. Climate groups said cutting back on state spending now would cost the state more later.
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Oregon officials in Ashland, where the boat was inspected, found dead and live specimens. Officials said the latter is particularly worrying because each mussel can reproduce millions of others.
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The decision could have major impacts on public services and growth in the county.
