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In Nationwide First, California Plans to Rev Up Sales of Electric Motorcycles

Bikers — many of whom love their noisy combustion engines — say zero-emission motorcycles aren’t ready for long-distance rides. Motorcycles emit an “outsized portion” of smog-causing pollutants.

LA Has a Different Solution to Homeless Camps. But It’s Not Working for Everyone

After a “chaotic” start, LA’s effort to clear homeless camps is making progress. But problems remain.

Across the Bay Area, Voters Are Eager to Learn About California Ballot Propositions as Election Nears

CalMatters partnered with colleges, libraries, and local publications to bring VotingMatters events to the Bay Area.

Denied Coverage for Mental Health Treatment? Here’s What You Can Do

Government agencies can overrule an insurance company’s denial of coverage for a medically necessary mental health treatment, but figuring out how to appeal can be complicated.

He Left SFO With a Fake Name and a Lot of Cash. Then, Someone Killed Him.

Law enforcement in Florida are seeking new leads in the homicide of James Norris.

California Hails $544 Million in Illegal Weed Seizures. But It's Just a Drop in the Bucket

Some $544 million worth of illicit weed has been seized, but those on the front lines say the black market is 'big and bad as ever.'

L.A.'s Silliest Law? Why Hollywood Bans Silly String on Halloween

The colorful goo inside cans of Silly String has damaged everything from parked cars to the Hollywood Walk of Fame stars, leading to a temporary ban.

Lithium-Ion Batteries Causing Fires, Dangers on California Freeways, Sparking Calls for Safety Improvements

Recent fires in California have focused attention and fears on lithium-ion batteries. But how dangerous are these batteries really?

How a Proposed Federal Heat Rule Might Have Saved These Workers’ Lives

On a sweltering afternoon in July 2020, Belinda Ramones got a call that her brother was in the hospital. The call was from a woman at the Florida landscaping business that he had joined that week, the Davey Tree Expert …

Black Americans Still Suffer Worse Health. Here’s Why There’s So Little Progress

KINGSTREE, S.C. — One morning in late April, a small brick health clinic along the Thurgood Marshall Highway bustled with patients.

Black Americans Still Suffer Worse Health. Here’s Why There’s So Little Progress

KINGSTREE, S.C. — One morning in late April, a small brick health clinic along the Thurgood Marshall Highway bustled with patients.

How a Proposed Federal Heat Rule Might Have Saved These Workers’ Lives

On a sweltering afternoon in July 2020, Belinda Ramones got a call that her brother was in the hospital. The call was from a woman at the Florida landscaping business that he had joined that week, the Davey Tree Expert …

CĂłmo Una Regla Federal Propuesta Sobre El Calor PodrĂ­a Haber Salvado La Vida De Trabajadores AgrĂ­colas

En una sofocante tarde de julio de 2020, Belinda Ramones recibió una llamada informándole que su hermano estaba en el hospital. La llamada fue de una mujer de la empresa de jardinería en Florida en donde había comenzado a trabajar …

New Law Moves Toward Better Translation of Special Ed Documents, but Families Want More

California schools will soon have a template for special education programs translated into 10 languages in addition to English.

3 Dead, 2 Critically Injured as Fire Tears Through Temple City Home

A fearsome fire ripped through a Temple City home Sunday evening, critically wounding two and killing three, authorities said.

Not the Beef: Testing Bolsters Case Against California Onions in McDonald's E. Coli Outbreak

McDonald's Quarter Pounders are back on the menu after new testing confirmed that the chain's beef patties were not to blame for the deadly E. coli outbreak.

Person Jumps From Window of Burning Westlake Apartment Building, Survives

A person jumped out of a window to escape a fierce fire that ignited in a four-story Westlake apartment building Sunday morning, authorities said.

Los Angeles-Area Voting Centers Open Ahead of Nov. 5 Election

Eligible voters who aren't registered can visit a center to complete a conditional voter registration and cast a ballot in the election.

Strong Winds, Cooler Temperatures and Possible Rain Forecast for Los Angeles Region

Much of the San Fernando Valley, northern L.A. County and Malibu will be under a wind advisory starting Monday morning, the National Weather Service said.

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