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Laws Going into Effect in the New Year

New year new laws to go into effect: The minimum wage will be increased to 15.50 this new year. A new pink tax law will prevent gender-based pricing on items based on who they are marketed towards. New manufactured fur clothing and accessories will be banned, though... Read More.

New California Laws Coming to the Roadways in 2023

With the new year comes new laws that go into effect on January 1st; here are some you can expect while on the road. In the new year, you will be required to change into another available lane when possible to pass a bicyclist, and... Read More.

CalFire Launch Grants to Combat Extreme Heat on Schoolyards

For the first time, CalFire is designating funding to improve the natural landscape for schoolyards. The Department of Forestry and Fire Protection’s Urban and Community Forestry Program announced $117 million would be available for two Green Schoolyard grants next year. Now through January 13th,... Read More.

Caltrans Launches Mascot Naming Contest for Students

Principals and teachers, your students, can help name the new Caltrans cone mascot and win your school a laptop and up to 1,000 dollars in gift cards. Caltrans launched the campaign this winter break and will take suggestions for the cone mascot from children... Read More.

Shortest Day of the Year Happens Tomorrow

You’re about to make it through the darkest days of the year; Astronomical Winter is coming. The Winter Solstice happens tomorrow, December 21st, at precisely 1:48 pm. This is when the northern hemisphere will be tilted furthest from the Sun, and you will experience... Read More.

Holiday Travel Third Busiest in Two Decades, Says AAA Data

Data from AAA says this year's holidays are expected to be the third busiest in more than 20 years. Even with inflation putting pressure on your pockets and gas prices slowly declining from all-time highs, the travel agency says holiday travel through the end... Read More.

CDFW Funds Millions for Salmon Preservation Projects

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife funds millions for salmon restoration efforts to battle climate change. The department announced $100 million would support restoration and protection projects to bolster the fish’s resiliency to drought. Divvying up $20 million to Klamath River Watershed projects... Read More.

DHS Extends Real ID Requirement to Fly Domestically

If you still haven’t braved the DMV to get your Real ID, you now have some reprieve with The Department of Homeland Security announcing today that the deadline will be extended. This time to May of 2025. The DHS is saying backlogged DMV offices... Read More.

US Forest Service Launches Mobile App

The US forest service is going digital in the palm of your hand with the launch of an app. Once uploaded to your phone or tablet, you can quickly access maps, news, camping information, and more. The on-cell app can direct you to locations... Read More.
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