LOS ANGELES — Green lawns, old appliances and leaky pipes all consume significant amounts of California's water, and researchers have calculated in a new study that the state could reduce water use by more than 30% in cities and suburbs by investing in measures to use water more efficiently. The study by the Pacific Institute,… Keep Reading
California could become the first state in the U.S. to have a mandated four-day workweek after the state legislators introduced a bill that would shorten the current workweek from 40 hours to 32. The proposal, Assembly Bill 2932, would require any employer with more than 500 workers to shorten required hours and mandate overtime pay… Keep Reading
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Good news for those hitting the road for spring break--gas prices have fallen in the last week. The national average price is $4.10. According to GasBuddy, gas prices in the Fresno area have dropped to an average of $5.47 a gallon. Those prices in Fresno are almost three cents lower than… Keep Reading
California wildflower season might be that rare Instagram trend that’s actually worth the hype. Since the #superbloom earned its hashtag, the influx of newcomers has included — well, pretty much everyone. It can get crowded, but an hour or two frolicking in a colorful field full of beautiful flowers might be better than medicine. If… Keep Reading
Legoland California Resort and Ferrari are set to open ‘Lego Ferrari Build and Race’, a new interactive attraction that uses cutting-edge racing technology, on 12 May 2022. The new offering puts guests in the driver’s seat as they build, test and race their own Lego Ferrari. Ahead of the launch, Lego bricks, wheels, tracks and… Keep Reading
H&M is coming out with a new line of baby clothes that can be recycled in an unexpected way once they're worn out - composting. The 12-piece organic cotton collection for newborns (priced from $4.99 to $17.99) launches in May and includes tops, bottoms with adjustable waistbands and cuffs, jackets, hats and blankets. Abigail Kammerzell,… Keep Reading
The California Mid-State Fair is now accepting entries for the commercial competitions including the California Craft Spirits Competition, Central Coast Vinegar Competition, and the Central Coast Wine Competition. The Central Coast Wine Competition, hosted annually by the California Mid-State Fair and presented by Bank of the Sierra and KRUSH 92.5 FM, promotes the quality and… Keep Reading
California State Parks and the California State Library today announced an additional opportunity to advance safe and equitable outdoor access to all Californians. Starting this week—National Library Week—California State Parks will be distributing the California State Library Parks Pass to public libraries across the state for checkout by library patrons. The new pass will allow… Keep Reading
All things Portuguese will be celebrated this weekend at the third annual San Joaquin Valley Portuguese Festival being held at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds. “The celebration is open to everyone to come discover the culture and heritage of the Portuguese people and honor their contributions to the San Joaquin Valley and the state of California,”… Keep Reading
Sacramento, CA–The first annual California State Parks Week will kick off this June throughout the state, officials said. The public is invited to celebrate the first annual California State Parks Week, June 14 to 18, presented by California State Parks, Save the Redwoods League, Parks California, and the California State Parks Foundation. Through special community… Keep Reading
