Will a bill just passed in Sacramento solve the 'mystery surcharge' Californians pay at the pump? Senate Bill 1322 mandates more information from the state's oil refiners
As environmental justice advocates grow more influential, they're targeting a part of California's climate agenda accused of failing to help local communities.
Gov. Gavin Newsom this week urged California lawmakers to harden the state's climate and energy goals, releasing a five-point legislative plan that promises to intensify the governor's clash with the state's powerful, billion-dollar oil industry.
Bay Area cities have started banning the construction of new gas stations to combat climate change. Some lawmakers hope Los Angeles could join the movement soon.