Governor Gavin Newsom says the current record-breaking wildfire year underscores the need not only for innovation in wildlands management but for an increased commitment in the battle against climate change.

Story by Mike Haggerty.

(Photo: The Creek Fire burning in the Sierra National Forest Sept. 5, 2020 – Courtesy of Sierra National Forest)

The California Highway Patrol says it is reviewing its event permitting policies after a crowd of roughly 3,000 attended a religious event at the building on Sunday, without masks or social distancing.

Story by Nicole Nixon.

An investigative report in the Washington Spectator alleges the Trump campaign encouraged conservative Christian activists and like-minded doctors to launch a campaign that promoted misinformation about COVID-19, in order to push for reopening the economy before the election.

Story by Suzanne Potter – California News Service