House Lists California Vessel-Emissions Resolutions for Possible Action
House materials list two CRA resolutions targeting EPA decisions on California vessel emissions, but the listing is not a vote and changes nothing immediately.
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Federal Court Lets California Pipeline Operate Under DPA Order
A federal judge let Sable keep operating the Santa Ynez Pipeline, shifted consent-decree oversight to PHMSA and ordered a $1.449 million penalty.
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California wildfire liability deal could shift costs to homeowners as lawmakers face Aug. 31 deadline
California lawmakers are weighing a proposed wildfire liability package that could speed survivor payments but raise insurance costs and change who pays after future utility-caused fires.
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California regulators adopt $22 million PG&E settlement over Mosquito Fire safety violations
The CPUC adopted a shareholder-funded settlement tied to its Mosquito Fire investigation, sending $21 million to the state General Fund and up to $1 million to an independent review of PG&E’s inspection team—not directly to fire survivors.
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California Insurers Plan More Wildfire-Risk Home Coverage
California regulators say 11 insurers will expand or stay active, but homeowners still face high premiums, deductibles and heavy FAIR Plan reliance.
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Santa Rosa adopts $575.9 million budget, cuts 27 positions
The City Council approved Santa Rosa’s fiscal 2026-27 budget, using reserves and eliminating 27 positions to close an operating shortfall.
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Woodland council places Measure Y sales tax on November ballot
The Woodland City Council voted June 16 to place Measure Y, a proposed one-cent local sales tax, before voters on Nov. 3, 2026.
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Oceanside adopts updated General Plan after council vote
The Oceanside City Council adopted an updated General Plan on June 26, creating a revised citywide framework for future land use and development decisions.
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Elk Grove Unified adopts $1.16 billion 2026-27 budget
The Elk Grove Unified board unanimously approved a budget that targets a more than 90% reduction in the district’s operating deficit.
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Huntington Beach Sports Complex Proposal Moves to Finance Review
Huntington Beach City Council sent a sports-complex upgrade proposal to the Finance Commission, with a recommendation due Aug. 18, 2026.
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Fontana commission to review proposed commercial center on Aug. 18
Fontana’s Planning Commission will review a proposed 69,617-square-foot commercial center at Sierra Avenue and Terra Vista Drive on Aug. 18.
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ARISE Juvenile Court Calendar Moving to Victorville Aug. 12
San Bernardino County Superior Court will move the ARISE juvenile court calendar to Victorville on Aug. 12, 2026, while keeping its regular schedule.
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Santa Clarita Opposes Proposed Courthouse Site Near McBean Parkway
Santa Clarita officials oppose a proposed courthouse site near McBean Parkway and Valencia Boulevard and say they are pursuing alternative locations.
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Former South San Francisco Ramada Inn Being Converted to Senior Housing
Renovation is underway at the former Ramada Inn on Airport Boulevard, with the project expected to open later in 2026 for seniors at risk of homelessness.
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Santa Monica Council Advances Housing-Focused Homelessness Model
Santa Monica reported an 18.7% drop in unsheltered homelessness as the City Council approved a new system to coordinate outreach through permanent housing.
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Carson approves development agreement for 21207 S. Main Street
The Carson City Council adopted Ordinance No. 26-2606, advancing a large mixed-use redevelopment project at 21207 S. Main Street.
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Hayward commission approves hyperscale data-center project
Hayward’s Planning Commission approved a large hyperscale data-center project after a July hearing, drawing concerns about power demand, scale and city oversight.
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Wallace Lakes Estates water tank replacement advances after condition and water-quality concerns
Calaveras County Water District filed a Notice of Exemption for replacing Wallace Lakes Estates’ approximately 230,000-gallon potable-water tank and foundation, with temporary storage planned during construction.
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Indio Breaks Ground on $45 Million Police Headquarters
Indio has begun construction on a $45 million police headquarters, the final major component of its Public Safety Campus, with opening expected by early 2028.
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San Marcos Boulevard safety project continues through August
Construction on San Marcos Boulevard began June 15 and is scheduled through August 2026 as San Marcos carries out roadway-safety improvements.
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Chino Council Puts Business-License Reform on November Ballot
Chino voters will decide Nov. 3 whether to change the city’s business-license tax structure under a reform measure approved by the City Council.
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CPUC Sets Aug. 25 Hearing on Proposed Norwalk Water Sale
The CPUC will take public input Aug. 25 on Golden State Water Company’s proposed purchase of Norwalk’s Artesia water system and related assets.