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Lawmakers challenge PG&E, as utility warns of more mass power shutdowns
PG&E comes under fire at Capitol. State, L.A. sue Juul Labs over e-cigarette practices. Kamala Harris sinks in presidential polls.
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Senate to focus on power shutdowns, as fire weather returns
Senate to scrutinize power shutdowns. Lack of emergency-evacuation system hinders fire victims. State to shun some carmakers.
Environment
California says it won’t buy cars from GM, Toyota, others opposing tough tailpipe standards
California's decision to buy only from carmakers that have agreed to follow its clean car rules may well cost GM's Chevrolet tens of millions of dollars.
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How does California ever survive?
California "liberals" become Wall Street Journal punching bag. Corporate board gender law to be challenged in court. Goats can save your home from fire.
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Adam Schiff’s history with impeachment, as the Trump inquiry takes center stage
Schiff is no stranger to impeachment inquiries. Health concerns mount for firefighters. Mixed signals emerge from SCOTUS DACA hearing.
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PG&E has a come-to-Newsom moment + how schools spend their bills + a mental health care initiative, perhaps
Newsom meets with PG&E chief to discuss utility's future. Audit finds problems in school funding. Certain groups miss out on food stamps.
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Newsom vows to step in if PG&E cannot restructure itself, as Trump trolls California over fires
Newsom summons PG&E leaders to Sacramento. New energy 'czar' is a familiar face. Lobbyists increase spending to shape policy in Sacramento.
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What a state under siege can do + Trump thanks Toyota and GM for taking his side in his clean air fight against California
California searches for solutions to wildfire crisis. Trump praises automakers for siding with him. Birth rate falling in every county.
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GM, Toyota, Chrysler side with Trump in clean air fight against California
GM, Toyota join forces with Trump in emissions fight. Desalination proposal draws backlash in Monterey County. Race is on to fill Katie Hill's seat.
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Newsom invites Warren Buffett to seek control of PG&E, a Democrat falls, and Trump challenges California
Newsom wants Warren Buffett to come to PG&E's rescue. Trump challenges state's sanctuary law. Greenhouse gas emitters face higher costs from Trump suit.