Red tape in a strict 1970 law had impeded building in California. The new laws exempt projects from lengthy reviews.

“If this bill becomes law, families will face higher electric bills, factories will shut down, Americans will lose their jobs ...

Prime Video’s Mr. & Mrs. Smith is moving to the west coast for Season 2 production. The second season will be filmed in Los ...

Eureka, Calif., facility, which also is set to be an offshore wind energy hub, continues development despite renewable energy opponents' petition to have federal DOT rescind an awarded $427-million ...

The landmark California environmental legislation that lawmakers have voted to walk back will allow for crucial ...

Gov. Gavin Newsom and state lawmakers scaled back a law that was vilified for its role in California’s housing shortage and ...

Of the 522 parcels in the coastal area (fronting the beach or lagoon), only 8% are registered as primary residences,” ...

The program started in May 2024 and distributed $100,000 during its first round of grants. Applicants can ask for up to ...

New exemptions to a major environmental law "will unambiguously reduce the time frame" for development, experts say.