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State Legislature Holds First Hearing On What Caused Soaring Gas Prices

State Legislature Holds First Hearing On What Caused Soaring Gas Prices

KQED's The California Report

February 23, 202310m 59s

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In a legislative hearing in Sacramento on Wednesday, Governor Gavin Newsom’s administration made its case for a controversial proposal aimed at reigning in high gas prices, by imposing a penalty on oil companies when gas prices, and profits, spike.

Reporter: Marisa Lagos, KQED 


Huntington Beach in Orange County is the latest city vowing to fight Sacramento over state housing laws meant to encourage more housing. The city council voted 4-to-3 this week to allow its city attorney to pursue any legal actions, to challenge SB 9, SB 10 and any laws that allow for lot splits and the development of accessory dwelling units, or granny flats.


During the winter months, researchers take to the American River in Northern California to survey steelhead salmon populations. The surveys play an important part in understanding the impacts of environmental changes, and how conservation efforts can help future generations of salmon thrive.

Reporter: Manola Secaira, CapRadio

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