California Public Utilities CommissionContributed On Sept. 26, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) opened a formal proceeding to consider the ratemaking and other implications of a proposed plan of reorganization for resolution of the voluntary case filed by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code in the U.S. Bankruptcy…
By Riverside County Department of Waste ResourcesContributed Are you interested in helping the environment? Do you like to compost or recycle? You can become an outreach volunteer with the Riverside County Department of Waste Resources and help the earth by helping others become better recyclers and composters. Outreach volunteers assist with classes or events by…
By Cal FireContributed The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) announced the availability of over $80 million for forest health and fire prevention projects. Cal Fire is soliciting applications for projects that work to proactively prevent catastrophic wildfires and restore forests to healthy, functioning ecosystems while also sequestering carbon and reducing greenhouse…
By Trudy Lieberman Rural Health News Service Are e-cigarettes becoming the next public health hazard? Increasingly, health officials seem to think so, and in early September the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggested that Americans stop vaping until health officials know more about an epidemic of lung disease that has made some 450…
The office on Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D.Contributed On Sept. 24, Rep. Raul Ruiz, M.D., D-Palm Desert, released the following statement on the House Judiciary’s official impeachment inquiry: “I have long supported the continuing investigation into the misdeeds and potential crimes of the Trump Administration. I am deeply troubled by the recent reports detailing President Trump’s…
8 deaths and more than 500 cases of lung injuries related to vaping “Vaping” is smoking electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) and is supposed to help people stop smoking. E-cigarettes heat nicotine (extracted from tobacco), flavorings and other chemicals to create a water vapor that the smoker inhales. However, vaping apparently brings its own threat to human…
Dr. Ruiz calls for a congressional hearing on the imminent health crisis at the Salton Sea Rep. Raul Ruiz, M.D., D-Palm Desert, continues to sound the alarm that federal agencies must be held accountable for and fully engage in the imminent public health crisis at the Salton Sea. Ruiz and Rep. Juan Vargas, D-El Centro,…
By Greg DillMedicare Regional Administrator Did you know that there are two different ways to receive your Medicare benefits? The most popular way is Original Medicare. With Original Medicare, you can choose any doctor, hospital, or other healthcare provider you want, as long as they accept Medicare. When you receive medical services or goods, Medicare…
As homelessness in Riverside County continues to increase and impact communities across the county, including Idyllwild, a regional response to the county’s homeless crisis has been proposed. Hemet City Councilmember Karlee Meyer and Project Hope II Founder Stacie Olson proposed a plan to Third District Riverside County Supervisor Chuck Washington. The two women co-founded the…
Vaccines, rent, contractor status and more on governor’s desk The California State Legislature’s session ended Friday, Sept. 13. Hundreds of bills were passed before its adjournment. Gov. Gavin Newsom has already signed many into law, but many have not been signed and some will likely be vetoed. Below is a brief highlight of the major…
