Lodi Eye
LodiEye provides additional information on trending stories / topics published by local media and shared on local social media accounts.
California Wildfire Update - August 2025
California is currently battling multiple significant wildfires across the state, with the Gifford Fire dominating as the largest active blaze at over 120,000 acres[1]. The 2025 fire season has already exceeded historical averages, with 354,878 acres burned statewide and 5,362 wildfires recorded as of August 11, 2025
California Supreme Court Ruling on Rooftop Solar
The California Supreme Court delivered a unanimous 7-0 decision on August 7, 2025, that will significantly reshape the legal landscape for rooftop solar policy in the state. This landmark ruling addresses the controversial Net Energy Metering 3.0 (NEM 3.0) policy implemented by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) in 2022. The NEM 3.0 regulations remain in effect during the ongoing legal process.
California Wildfire Report - August 2025
California is experiencing significant wildfire activity with 13 active fires burning across 116,309 acres as of August 4, 2025. The Gifford Fire in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties has emerged as the most critical threat, burning 72,460 acres with only 3% containment. The 2025 fire season has already seen 4,759 wildfires burn 228,215 acres statewide, destroying 16,333 structures and causing 31 fatalities
California LCFS, 2024 CARB amendments and Gas Prices
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved amendments in 2024 that go into effect on July 1st 2025, along with an excise tax increase of 1.6 cents per gallon. This report examines the current CARB amendments in effect and the potential changes to the LCFS Credit Market that could impact gas prices.
Governor Newsom's May Revision Budget
Governor Gavin Newsom released his May Revision proposal for the 2025-26 California state budget on May 14, 2025, outlining a $321.9 billion spending plan that addresses a significant budget shortfall while maintaining essential services. This revised budget reveals the complex fiscal challenges facing California's economy and highlights the administration's priorities amid economic uncertainty.
California Legislature: 2025-2026 Regular Session
The 2025-2026 California legislative session is currently underway, with thousands of bills moving through various stages of the legislative process. As of May 2025, 2,692 bills have been introduced in the current session, with 126 bills having completed the legislative process. This legislative session is scheduled to end on September 12, 2025.