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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
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Steeply discounted overdose-reversal medicine now available to any Californian

by Kristen Hwang, CalMatters April 21, 2025April 21, 2025
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After communication breakdown, congresswoman wants tighter rules on toxic pesticide used near homes, schools

Avatar photo by John Donegan April 18, 2025April 21, 2025
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Trump clawed back billions in federal health grants. Here’s how much California is losing

by Kristen Hwang, CalMatters March 27, 2025March 27, 2025
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‘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
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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
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California’s Medi-Cal shortfall hits $6.2 billion with ‘unprecedented’ cost increases

by Ana B. Ibarra, CalMatters March 18, 2025March 18, 2025
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California is borrowing billions to pay for Medi-Cal. Is immigrant coverage at risk?

by Ana B. Ibarra, CalMatters and Kristen Hwang, CalMatters March 14, 2025March 14, 2025
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How Long Beach plans to shrink its biggest, longest-standing homeless encampment, the LA River

Avatar photo by Jeremiah Dobruck March 12, 2025March 13, 2025
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Thought inflation was bad? Health insurance premiums are rising even faster

Avatar photo by Phillip Reese, KFF Health News March 11, 2025March 11, 2025

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