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Leaders from rural communities in eight states travelled to Washington, D.C., last week to urge lawmakers to preserve federal funding that's threatened by the Trump administration. -
Customers will receive an energy credit on their April bills, thanks to the California Climate Credit administered by the California Public Utilities Commission, it was announced Monday. -
Hyundai just opened a high-tech auto plant in Georgia. Originally meant to just build EVs, it's expanding toward plug-in hybrids — a sign of bigger shifts in the auto industry. -
Countries have debated for decades whether to allow mining on the ocean floor, a potential trove of critical minerals. Now, a Canadian startup says it will move ahead, whether or not rules are in place. -
California is one of the few states with building codes for wildfire protection, because using fire-resistant materials helps homes survive. Now, more than 500 additional homeowners rebuilding after Los Angeles' Eaton Fire are being required to use them. -
President Trump says he's thinking of getting rid of the country's disaster response agency, FEMA. States say they can't replicate what FEMA does on their own. -
The Trump administration's efforts to end DEI programs is hitting some unexpected targets, including a nationwide effort planting shade trees in neighborhoods to reduce extreme heat. -
Experts say the verdict has relevance for free speech issues nationwide. -
White House communication has caused confusion over the fate of the country's newest national monuments in California. -
Changing from gas to climate-friendly electric appliances often involves expensive retrofits. A growing list of companies offer stoves, heat pumps and water heaters that make it easier and cheaper.
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