Spare the Air Alert Issued for Friday Due to Smog
With hot weather and vehicle exhaust expected to create unhealthy air conditions, people are advised to limit driving and exercising outdoors....
13
Jul
13
Jul
California’s Top Agencies Brace for Severe Heat Across the State
As California braces for extreme heat this week, state officials said Wednesday they are working to keep residents informed on how to protect themselves....
19
Jun
From Shipyard to Sanctuary: How Ospreys Reclaimed Whirley Crane
Richmond's Whirley Crane, used for shipbuilding during World War II, has for years now been home to Richmond and Rosie, a mating pair of ospreys....
17
Jun
Human-Caused Climate Change Is to Blame for Uptick in California Wildfires, Study Finds
Human-caused climate change may be playing a significant role in fueling the surge of devastating wildfires in California, according to a new scientific study....
30
May
Newsom Pledges Support for Clean Energy Projects & Faster Permitting
California Gov. Gavin Newsom pledged Thursday to continue efforts to speed up permitting for clean energy projects across the state....
25
May
Newsom Unveils Plan in Richmond for State to Use 100 Percent Clean Energy by 2045
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Thursday unveiled his administration's updated plan to quicken the pace of California's full abandonment of the fossil fuel industry....
24
May
With the Aid of Legislation, Richmond Plans to Hold Polluters Accountable
AB 617 gave heavily polluted areas, including Richmond-San Pablo, support to clean their air, which was discussed at Tuesday's Richmond City Council meeting....
24
May
Clean Transportation Could Reduce Disproportionate Harms of Air Pollution
Minimizing air pollution is a public health and equity issue, and clean transportation could play a role in addressing this problem....
26
Apr
Jane Fonda Discusses Her Lifetime of Acting & Activism
The California Endowment hosted a discussion with the 85-year-old actress Jane Fonda on April 11 to discuss her lengthy and still ongoing activism career....
21
Apr
Contra Costa Refineries’ Water Pollution Goes Largely Unchecked
Waste dumping by oil refineries including Chevron Richmond causes high levels of water pollution, endangering people and wildlife....
21
Apr
New Report Says California Cities Make Up Some of Nation’s Most Air Polluted Areas
The Bay Area, Los Angeles and Bakersfield continue to have some of the worst air pollution in the U.S., according to the American Lung Association....
06
Apr
State Makes Progress in Protecting Californians From Climate Change
California has made strides in its efforts to protect people from the devastating effects of climate change, according to a progress report released Wednesday....
09
Mar
With Climate Change, Comes More Potential Complications for People with Lupus
Heat waves and wildfires, worsened by climate change, exacerbate cardiovascular and respiratory issues and make managing chronic illnesses more difficult....
23
Feb
Pittsburg Looks to Add Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Pittsburg City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved a resolution to apply for funding for electric vehicle charging stations....
29
Jan
State Water Officials Create Interagency Drought Planning Task Force
Though the recent storms has improved California's drought conditions, state water leaders are preparing for the inevitable dry season soon to come....
