Up Next
Back to Show
SoCal Matters
CA Delays Oil Well Leak Detection Near Homes and Schools
Season 2024
Episode 204
Governor Newsom has signed legislation delaying pollution control measures for oil and gas wells near homes and schools, pushing monitoring deadlines to 2030. This delay, prompted by regulators, affects over 2.5 million Californians, mostly in disadvantaged communities, who face heightened health risks.
Support Provided By
1:45
A new proposition aims to remove an outdated same-sex marriage ban from California's constitution.
1:20
A proposition could raise $10 billion to fix and update California schools.
1:55
A new audit reveals gaps in California's community college transfer system.
2:02
UC campuses face criticism over inconsistent protest policies and enforcement.
2:00
CA warns that for-profit schools are often leaving students in debt with no job.
2:00
A new bill aims to bring voting access to California's jails.
2:00
Inland California cities face increasing extreme heat risks due to climate change.
2:03
California legislature passes a bill banning legacy admissions in private colleges.
1:50
Native children in CA are often placed in non-native households, impacting their cultural ties.
1:55
UC Regents policy regulates displays of political and social opinions on academic websites.
2:00
California achieves 945 hours of zero-carbon energy, paving the way for a green future.
1:50
Fresno County's book committee raises concerns over censorship and LGBTQIA+ representation.