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She left California for Arizona, but found high rent and lower wages
Dec 5, 2022
Taylor Jenkins learned the hard way that the Phoenix area had become a top destination for those leaving expensive coastal cities.
Napa Valley's vineyards are in "climate crisis," winemaker says
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Sarah Leeson
Oct 3, 2022
Between heat waves, droughts and wildfires, the grapes of California's wine region are suffering nature's wrath. Producers are trying to adapt.
California's governor signs bill to make farm union voting easier
by
Lily Jamali
Sep 30, 2022
The bill, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, allows voting by mail-- a victory for both organized labor and Democrats, including President Biden, who have supported the measure.
Pay transparency laws are changing the rules for salary negotiations
Sep 28, 2022
California will require companies to publish salaries in job postings, a move aimed at closing pay gaps for women and people of color..
Hybrid work adds strain to power grids during heat wave
by
Matt Levin
Sep 6, 2022
The lights and the AC are on in offices and living rooms, challenging energy systems amid record temperatures.
Panel will set wages and conditions for 500,000 California fast food workers
Sep 5, 2022
The approach is rare in the U.S., but common in other industrialized countries.
Incarcerated California youths, trained to fight wildfires, may now be able to find similar jobs once released
Jun 22, 2022
A recently passed law allows some young people trained in firefighting to have their records expunged, opening doors to employment.
For public good, not for profit.
Can winemakers salvage grapes tainted by wildfire smoke?
Jun 7, 2022
Scientists are looking at ways to determine if grapes from smoky areas can still be used, without adding an unpleasant ashy taste to wine.
What are the fastest ways to address the homelessness crisis in Los Angeles?
by
Ethan Ward
May 25, 2022
When service providers lease buildings, it can speed up the availability of housing that comes with social services.
Courts decide California can't mandate corporate board diversity
May 18, 2022
But institutional investors, consumers and other stakeholders could continue to hold companies accountable.