Vicki Gonzales

Studies have linked the widely-used herbicide to serious health conditions like Parkinson’s disease, birth defects and thyroid problems. But the California Farm Bureau says the move leaves growers with fewer tools and more costs.

Nearly half of California’s land is owned by the federal government, and for years a federal policy known as the roadless rule has protected millions of acres across the country. But those protections could soon come to an end.

Two communities escaped destruction during the 2021 Caldor Fire due to significant, successful fuel reductions. Five years later, what lessons can be taken away from Christmas Valley and Meyers to protect forests elsewhere?

In recent years, people who live in the fire-prone landscapes of Northern California and Southern Oregon have had to confront new realities and risks created by changing climate conditions.

The Golden State’s ports support millions of jobs and roughly a quarter of California’s GDP. But these facilities are also facing pressures from geopolitical tensions and efforts to set better climate and environmental goals.

Hundreds of thousands of people have turned to the state’s “insurer of last resort” in recent years as wildfires grow larger and more devastating. The FAIR Plan is reportedly planning to raise its rates an average of 30% this fall.

Arts advocates are asking for $90 million in one-time funding for California’s arts agency and independent contractors to be included in the state budget ahead of the June 15 deadline.

California is infamous for its steep gas prices, which are the highest in the country. And in recent days prices have been spiking, with a gallon of regular unleaded crossing $5.30 on average in the Golden State compared to the national average of around $3.60.

Roughly two million people rely on California’s health insurance marketplace, known as Covered California, to purchase coverage plans. The marketplace’s open enrollment period ends Jan. 31, but officials are reporting that new enrollment numbers are down compared to last year.

California is often cited as one of the top tourism destinations in the country. But 2025 saw a marked drop in international visitors, especially from Canada, at least partially in response to President Trump's new tariffs and aggressive rhetoric toward Canada and other nations.

The record-breaking government shutdown has come to an end, but what remains are the ripple effects that played out over those 43 days.

California officials tout the Golden State as the #1 tourist destination in the country, attracting millions of domestic and international visitors every year. However, this year has seen a drop in international visitors, particularly from Canada — one of California’s largest markets.