Valle de San Joaquín

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Stockton is redefining its identity through the evolution of its hip-hop scene

Stockton struggles with an identity crisis, born out of geography and a distance that impedes everything: access to industry, audiences and opportunities.

By Tama Brisbane • octubre 20, 2025

Política

In the Central Valley, Prop. 50 is a fight between Newsom’s California and GOP’s Washington

The term “Proposition 50” doesn’t ring a bell with many residents of the rural San Joaquin Valley. But even some of the most disengaged voters say they’re familiar with Gov. Gavin Newsom’s push to redraw California’s congressional maps in response to Texas.

Por Maya C. Miller • octubre 8, 2025

Política

High-speed rail hits a new snag as lawmakers reject proposal to expedite construction

A San Francisco Democrat wants to streamline permitting and speed up the state’s high-speed rail construction. His proposal just died in the Legislature’s secretive “suspense file” hearing, following strong objections from local governments and utilities.

Por Yue Stella Yu y Juana Kuang • agosto 29, 2025

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For California high-speed rail to succeed, part of the Central Valley will have to wait

In a new report for the Legislature, the California High-Speed Rail Authority's top executive seems to be betting that a blunt conversation and different funding strategy could convince lawmakers to back a new direction for the project.

Por Yousef Baig • agosto 22, 2025

Reacciones de los lectores

California groundwater reform sets a dangerous precedent. Lawmakers should think twice

A bill seeking to curtail legal battles over groundwater management in California goes too far, says a water district leader in Kern County.

By David Saint-Amand • agosto 8, 2025

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How deep-pocketed groundwater users are stalling California’s sustainability plans

A legal loophole in California law is being exploited by deep-pocketed water users who use lawsuits to challenge the technical findings of plans critical to achieving sustainability.

By Scott Hayman • julio 2, 2025

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Trump targets California’s troubled bullet train project. It may deserve a mercy killing

President Donald Trump denounced California's bullet train and said his administration would investigate how federal dollars have been spent. The remarks followed a critical inspector general report casting doubt on the project's timeline.

Por Daniel Walters • febrero 6, 2025

Agua

More water for urban areas, some farms: Biden, Newsom officials announce long-awaited new water delivery rules

New operating rules for massive Delta systems will increase water deliveries to Southern California cities and some growers. Salmon numbers could drop, especially in dry years.

Por Alastair suave • diciembre 20, 2024

Comentario

UC Merced turns 20 years old yet remains California’s awkward stepchild

UC Merced has fallen far short of enrollment goals, spends more to operate than other UC campuses and has had less economic impact than expected.

Por Daniel Walters • diciembre 13, 2024

Ambiente

Invasión imparable: ¿Cómo lograron los mejillones ingresar a California, a pesar de décadas de normas estatales sobre transporte marítimo?

La mayoría de los barcos que descargan agua de lastre en aguas de California son inspeccionados, pero los funcionarios estatales han analizado el agua de solo 16 barcos. Los expertos dicen que los invasores como los mejillones son inevitables bajo las normas y la aplicación actuales.

Por Alastair suave • 26 de noviembre de 2024