Canada’s pandemic response sends $16 billion to fossils, just $300 million to clean energy

The Energy Mix, by Mitchell Beer, July 16, 2020 Canada’s pandemic response to date has sent just C$300 million to clean energy, compared to more than $16 billion to fossil fuels, according to new data released this week by Energy Policy Tracker, a joint effort by multiple civil society organizations including the Winnipeg-based International Institute for … Continue reading Canada’s pandemic response sends $16 billion to fossils, just $300 million to clean energy

Newsom orders all California counties to close indoor restaurants, shut down bars

[BenIndy editor: See also video of Newsom’s press conference on ABC7.  – R.S.] San Francisco Chronicle, by Dustin Gardiner, July 13, 2020 Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered every county in California to close indoor restaurants, movie theaters and wineries Monday as the state combats a surge in coronavirus cases. He also ordered bars to cease all … Continue reading Newsom orders all California counties to close indoor restaurants, shut down bars

Solano County now over 2000 coronavirus cases, reports 1 new death

UPDATE: See today’s latest information Friday, July 10: 90 new cases today, 1 new death. Since the outbreak started: 2,075 cases, 111 hospitalized, 28 deaths. Compare previous report, Thursday July 9:Summary Solano County reported 90 new cases today, total of 2,075 cases since the outbreak started.  Over the last 7 days, Solano reported 599 new cases, … Continue reading Solano County now over 2000 coronavirus cases, reports 1 new death

REMINDER: Facemasks are mandatory in Benicia…and statewide!

Benicia order in effect as of June 16, California as of June 18 By Roger Straw, July 10, 2020 Face coverings is NOT A POLITICAL ISSUE – it’s for your safety and mine, and for STOPPING the pandemic. But I see way too many people in public places not wearing face masks.  Yes, right here … Continue reading REMINDER: Facemasks are mandatory in Benicia…and statewide!