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More And More Californians Facing Energy Insecurity

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PG&E transmission lines near Santa Rosa in November 2019. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Higher Utility Bills Adversely Impacting Lower Income Communities

Next month, a major PG&E rate hike goes into effect. It’s the latest cost increase driven by wildfire-related expenses, inflation, and the growing energy demands that come with extreme weather. But these soaring utility bills are pushing low income Californians to the edge of homelessness.
Reporter: Vanessa Rancaño, KQED

Sacramento Launches Mobile Clinic For Pets Of Unhoused Residents

Sacramento County has launched a first-of-its-kind mobile veterinary clinic, focused on caring for pets owned by homeless residents.  It’s a free, mobile clinic with medicine and equipment.
Reporter: Chris Nichols, CapRadio  

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