Jill McLaughlin
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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.
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California’s Battery Storage Jumps Nearly 2,000 Percent Since 2019
The state is looking to reach its climate goal of 52,000 megawatts of battery storage by 2045.
Authorities Find Body of College Student Missing in Southern California Mountains
A dive team recovered the 22-year-old’s body from the shoreline Monday morning.
3 MS-13 Members Charged in Murder of Former Member-Turned-Informant
The former member was shot to death at a grocery store in South Los Angeles on Feb. 18.
Los Angeles County Targets Retail Theft With New Warning Program
Yellow window decals with QR codes will be made available for local stores to help deter thieves.
Former SoCal City Official Charged With Embezzlement, Insurance Fraud
A former assistant city manager sent bogus requests for reimbursement to insurance companies, then deposited their checks in his own account, prosecutors say.
Southern California Coastal City OKs Outdoor ‘Entertainment Zone’ to Revive Promenade
Santa Monica leaders approved outdoor alcohol drinking to encourage more foot traffic.
California Assembly Passes Bill to Ban ‘Surveillance Pricing’
The bill would prevent companies from charging different prices based on customer profiles. It would be the first in the nation if enacted.
Coast Guard Fires Shots at Boat Operated by Suspected Human Smugglers Near San Diego
Crews boarded the boat and found eight illegal immigrants—six adults and two teenage boys—officials reported.
California Governor Releases Guidelines for Clearing Homeless Encampments
Gov. Gavin Newsom created a model ordinance for cities and counties to adopt ‘without delay.’
California’s Cap-and-Trade Program Generated $33 Billion Since 2006
Fees collected from polluters pay for greenhouse gas reduction programs and other climate-friendly projects. But the program needs an extension.
