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Governor Newsom and fire officials highlight California’s wildfire readiness and response
News What you need to know: California is leveraging its full suite of expanded aerial firefighting capabilities and new technologies to help protect communities from wildfire. SACRAMENTO – California’s peak wildfire season is here, and it’s significantly more active...
California secures federal assistance to support response to French Fire
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help ensure the availability of vital resources to suppress the French Fire in Mariposa...
Governor Newsom urges Californians to take precautions as dangerous heatwave continues
News What you need to know: Much of the state remains under excessive heat warnings and watches with several more days of extreme heat expected. Governor Newsom continues to urge Californians to take precautions now to stay safe from the heat. SACRAMENTO – Much...
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As LA Fire cleanup advances ahead of schedule, deadline nears for debris removal
News What you need to know: There are just four days left for homeowners and businesses to apply for debris removal assistance. LOS ANGELES – As nearly 500 crews of expert heavy equipment operators work around the clock to rapidly clear ash, soot, and fire debris from...
ICYMI: LA’s small businesses, nonprofits, and workers get additional aid with support from Governor Newsom and LA Rises
News What you need to know: Supported by $10 million from the state, LA Rises, Maersk and APM Terminals, fire-impacted small businesses, nonprofits, and workers will receive $19.1 million from LA-area grant programs. LOS ANGELES – Earlier this week, the Los Angeles...
California’s Jobs First regional plans recognized by federal government, creating new opportunities for state economic investment and coordination
News What you need to know: The U.S. Economic Development Administration formally accepted all 13 Jobs First regional plans as Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies, allowing communities across California to accelerate local economic investment. SACRAMENTO...
Acting Governor Eleni Kounalakis proclaims Dolores Huerta Day
News Sacramento, California – Acting Governor Eleni Kounalakis today issued a proclamation declaring April 10, 2025 as Dolores Huerta Day.The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATIONA powerhouse for social justice, Dolores Huerta was born...
California cuts ‘green tape’: 500+ fast-tracked projects have restored nearly 200,000 acres and improved 700 miles of streams
News What you need to know: More than 500 critical restoration projects have been fast-tracked in recent years thanks to California’s ‘Cutting Green Tape’ program. SACRAMENTO – California is making it faster, easier, and more affordable to launch environmental...
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