The latest air quality report arrives as the Trump administration takes action to roll back air pollution policies.
Environmental Health
A small town in the California foothills faces chronic water system failures, leaks, and contamination, with aging infrastructure, limited funds, and uncertain future threatening its community and fire safety.
Thousands lost their homes in the January 2025 Los Angeles fires, among the deadliest and most destructive wildfires in California History.
Losing one's home, belongings, and community, along with the threat to personal safety and the safety of loved ones, can have a major impact on survivors' mental health. Studies show higher rates of PTSD, depression, and anxiety, which can last for years.
Also this week: Unequal access in telehealth access is unequal, and Oregon expands Medicaid.
Can the government stimulate healing among majority-Black neighborhoods that were intentionally torn in half by mid-20th century highway construction? A reporter seeks answers.
Imperial Valley's high diabetes rates and extreme heat, worsened by poverty and limited healthcare, pose severe health risks. More resources and education are crucial to address the crisis.
Pedro and Elizabeth Betancourt conserve energy but still face high bills. A new CPUC rate structure aims to make costs more equitable, benefiting high-energy users in extreme temperatures by adding a fixed charge.
The new rate structure aims to separate the costs of upgrading infrastructure and maintaining the grid from the price of electricity.
Leslie Howard struggles with high PG&E bills despite energy-saving measures. PG&E rate hikes have led to a $859.60 January bill. CPUC's new proposal aims to lower costs, but its impact is uncertain.
Bird flu is spreading through cows and has infected people in multiple states. In this webinar, experts discuss the latest developments and lessons learned from COVID, and how reporters can keep a spotlight on emerging threats and our collective readiness.