California Withdraws Some Requests for Tighter Climate Rules
State regulators said the measures would probably have been rejected by the Trump administration and that they would focus on homegrown legal strategies instead.
Elon Musk Sends Cybertrucks to Aid L.A. Wildfires After Criticism of Response
The world’s richest person has stoked outrage about the devastating wildfires and efforts to tackle them. On Sunday, he said he would help provide internet access to areas in need in Los Angeles.
How to Turn Climate Into a Working-Class Issue Under Trump
Climate issues are fueling the cost-of-living crisis, especially for the poor and working class.
E.P.A. Allows California to Ban Sales of New Gas-Powered Cars by 2035
The Trump administration is expected to revoke the program, setting up a legal clash between the state and federal government.
Biden Administration Is Said to Allow California to Ban New Gas-Powered Cars
California and 11 other states want to halt the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035. President-elect Donald Trump is expected to try to stop them.
California lawmakers will propose a $25 million fund to litigate the incoming Trump administration.
The state’s Democratic leaders had announced within days of the election that they would meet early this month on plans to defend California’s liberal policies.
Newsom Challenges Trump on Electric Vehicle Tax Credits
Gov. Gavin Newsom said California would fill the void for residents if the Trump administration killed a $7,500 E.V. tax credit.
When Self-Driving Cars Don’t Actually Drive Themselves
An immersive article shows readers what a New York Times reporter has tracked for nearly a decade: Robot taxis still need human help.
Elon Musk Says He Will Move X and SpaceX Headquarters to Texas
The social media and rocket companies are headquartered in California, which the billionaire criticized for its recent transgender legislation.
Consumers Should Control Their Electric Meter Data
The data they generate must be standardized and widely available to be useful. Right now, it mostly isn’t.