Sam Altman claims data center water concerns don’t hold “up to scrutiny.” So why is the industry fighting legislation to disclose water use?
Month: September 2026
The California Legislature has failed five times to regulate Flock cameras — even as examples of abuse mount. This year was no exception.
The Trump administration is seeking records about truck drivers from a national DMV database. California is preparing to share more data with the organization.
New changes to the California Internet Privacy Act promise to stop abusive wiretapping suits. They also quietly shield Big Tech from lawsuits.
Some California schools weren’t spending their arts education money because the rules weren’t clear. This bill aims to provide guidance.
Defense contracts in Los Angeles County have nearly tripled over the last 10 years thanks to space and drone weapons.
The lame-duck governor’s penchant for pushing last-minute demands on California’s Legislature didn’t work out as it has in years past.
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s new carbon market rules threatened money for certain climate programs. He struck a deal to continue funding for transit and water projects.
Supporters said a condo construction bill would unlock affordable for-sale housing that California desperately needs. But deadlines matter.
Lawmakers let CalSHAPE lapse, sending $191 million in unused school AC funds back to utilities instead of classrooms.