California Considers Unprecedented Step of State-Owned Oil Refineries
As refineries shut down across California, state officials explore government ownership to maintain fuel supplies and prevent shortages. The bold proposal comes amid industry exits and concerns about the state's unique gasoline requirements and limited import capabilities.
Supreme Court Allows States to Pursue Climate Change Lawsuits Against Oil Giants
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected oil companies' appeals to block climate change lawsuits from California and other states, allowing cases seeking billions in damages to proceed. The decision enables states to pursue claims that major oil companies deliberately concealed fossil fuels' environmental impacts while profiting from them.
Last Call: $197 Million Mega Millions Prize in Encino Set to Expire This Weekend
Time is running out for an unknown lottery winner to claim their $197 million Mega Millions jackpot from an Encino Chevron before the December 7 deadline. If unclaimed, the entire prize will be transferred to California's public education system per state regulations.