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Alejandra Reyes-Velarde, CalMatters

Posted inClimate Change

U.S. Senate blocks California’s electric car mandate in historic vote

Avatar photo by Alejandro Lazo, CalMatters and Alejandra Reyes-Velarde, CalMatters May 22, 2025May 23, 2025

Today’s decision could upend California’s phaseout of gas-powered cars and its decades-long battle against air pollution. Some experts say Congress’ move is illegal and is likely to trigger a legal battle.

Posted inHealth

These communities are unaware they’ve lived near toxic gas for decades. Why has no action been taken?

by Alejandra Reyes-Velarde, CalMatters April 23, 2025April 23, 2025
Posted inHealth

‘Herculean effort’: These port communities have waited decades for clean air. Why a new plan may fall short

by Alejandra Reyes-Velarde, CalMatters March 23, 2025March 24, 2025
Posted inHealth

Toxic fumigant methyl bromide is being used at more facilities near these communities, officials reveal

by Alejandra Reyes-Velarde, CalMatters March 22, 2025March 22, 2025
Posted inPolitics

Here we go again: California prepares to battle Trump over environmental policies

Avatar photoAvatar photoAvatar photo by Julie Cart, CalMatters, Alejandro Lazo, CalMatters, Alastair Bland, CalMatters and Alejandra Reyes-Velarde, CalMatters November 9, 2024November 8, 2024
Posted inEducation

Vomiting, cramps and lethargy: As heat rises, California kids are sweltering in schools with no air conditioning

by Alejandra Reyes-Velarde, CalMatters October 1, 2024October 1, 2024
Posted inNews

More extreme heat + more people = danger in these California cities. ‘Will it get as hot as Death Valley?’

by Alejandra Reyes-Velarde, CalMatters September 5, 2024
Posted inEducation

Scorching schoolyards: California groups want more trees, less asphalt at schools

by Alejandra Reyes-Velarde, CalMatters May 21, 2024May 21, 2024
Posted inNews

They’re getting $1,000 a month for 3 years. How guaranteed income is changing lives in L.A. County

by Alejandra Reyes-Velarde, CalMatters January 30, 2024January 30, 2024
Posted inNews

Though critical to the economy, California’s young workers toil in low-wage work

by Alejandra Reyes-Velarde, CalMatters November 13, 2023November 12, 2023

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