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Low on Natural Gas, California Told to Power Down – ABC News

10News Low on Natural Gas, California Told to Power DownABC NewsStephanie McCorkle, a spokeswoman for the grid operator, said Southern California has become increasingly dependent on natural gas-fired plants since the decision last year to shutter the troubled San Onofre nuclear power plant, which is located …Flex Alert issued for California, power and natural gas conservation urged10News all...

California Drought Impact Seen Spreading From Fires to Food Cost – Bloomberg

Bloomberg California Drought Impact Seen Spreading From Fires to Food CostBloombergThe drought that's gripping California may soon have the rest of the country seeking relief. The emergency, which follows the state's driest year on record, is likely to boost the prices of everything from broccoli to cauliflower nationwide. Farmers …California drought: House Republicans take aim...

Natural Gas Shortage Hits California Power Supply – ABC News

10News Natural Gas Shortage Hits California Power SupplyABC News"While the natural gas shortage is only impacting Southern California power plants, statewide electricity and gas conservation will help free up both electricity and gas supplies for Southern Californians," the California Independent System Operator …California's power-grid operator calls for conservationKTVU San...

California might bar judges from being Boy Scout leaders – Los Angeles Times

California might bar judges from being Boy Scout leadersLos Angeles TimesSAN FRANCISCO — California's judicial branch is considering a proposal to prohibit state judges from belonging to the Boy Scouts of America on the grounds that the group discriminates against gays. An ethics advisory committee to the California …Proposal would bar California judges from Scout participationSan...

Soggy storm a blessing in drought-plagued California – USA TODAY

The Republic Soggy storm a blessing in drought-plagued CaliforniaUSA TODAYIt was right as rain in California on Thursday. Finally, after months of drought, the first of several storms rumbled through the state, bringing much-needed rain to coastal and valley regions and snow to the mountains. Some spots around the Bay Area …Rounds of Snow to Hit Oregon; Needed Rain for CaliforniaAccuWeather.comMuch-Needed...