The Political Battle Over California's Suburban Dream
State Senator Scott Wiener’s SB 50 would rewrite the state’s single-family zoning codes. What's wrong with that? A lot, say opponents.
How the Country’s Hottest Rental Market Is Trying to Cool Down
As California’s governor tackles a state-wide housing crisis, he’s looking to cities like San Jose to invest in a smorgasbord of potential solutions.
Audit Reveals Big Problems at Struggling California DMV
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Pittsburgh City Council preliminarily bans use of assault-style weapons … Utah sentencing reform heads off deportations … Minimum wage override.
Congress Could Could Move Quickly on Drought Contingency Plan for Colorado River
Seven states submitted their agreements on March 19 with water officials asking for action before the end of April.
Moody’s: FEMA’s Decision About California Dam Is a Signal to States and Localities
The federal agency may want governments to repair and replace aging infrastructure before it fails, but making California eat some of the repair costs could lead to more deferred maintenance on other projects, the ratings company said.
Los Angeles Moves to California’s IT Infrastructure
“We can only succeed better as we do more collaboration among all the government entities,” said the state’s CTO.
Gig Economy Workers Gain Security, But at What Cost?
A California court introduced a test for classifying employees and contractors.
California Governor Plans Death Penalty Moratorium
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Dialed-back housing plans ... An Inland Port Authority lawsuit in Salt Lake City ... A paramedic proposal in Florida.
Some Sunscreens May Kill Corals. Should They Be Banned?
Some scientists say there’s not enough data to limit sunscreen that may be harmful to corals.
Why Eating Roadkill Makes Roads Safer for People and Animals
States are legalizing roadkill salvaging to feed communities and track animal migration.
State Supreme Court Rules Pension Credits Don't Deserve Special Protection
But it stops short of reworking the “California Rule,” which restricts how retirement benefits can be altered in some states.
Policy Experts: States and Localities Need More Electric Vehicle Incentives
Deployment remains in the early stages in many places.
‘There’s No One to Help You Right Now’: 911 Calls Released From Deadly Firestorm
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Alaska localities decry governor’s budget cuts … a Texas city with 400,000 people and no transit system … and Ohio River flooding.
A Message to FEMA: Respond to Disasters Differently
Providing money to states faster after disasters, and offering funds before they strike, would make communities safer, governors said.
California Town Launches 'Goat Fund Me' for Fire Prevention
Officials from Nevada City are crowdfunding the rental of a grazing goat herd to eat flammable plants on city-owned land.
States Consider Surge Pricing for Power
Will higher prices at peak times—like after the work day—prompt consumers to change their habits?
California Governor Scales Back State’s High-Speed Rail Plans
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Baltimore targets trash burning … Illinois looks for way to dig out of pension mess … and Maine’s pragmatic budget.
Costly Natural Disasters Becoming More Frequent
In the past two years, damage caused by wildfires cost about $40 billion, roughly the same as the costs of the past 37 years combined, an analysis finds.
California Now Prohibits Use of Gender in Determining Auto Insurance Rates
Studies show that women often pay more than men for auto insurance.
Logging, Money Battles Delay Wildfire Prevention Work
While the U.S. Forest Service is trying to work with states on projects to lower fire damage, more money is needed to comply with President Trump's "active management" mandate for public lands.
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