Yuzhou Hu
@yuzhou-hu.bsky.social
📷Photographer, Journalist, 🔱UCSD Alum, 🎓MA in Mass Comm (CSUN ’27), Covering energy & EVs in SoCal⚡️
Hundreds of Joshua trees in a critical climate refuge were scorched during the government shutdown. The L.A. Times reports that a visitor lighting toilet paper sparked the fire, while staff shortages left the park vulnerable and are now delaying its restoration. (L.A. Times)
#CSUNJ495
#CSUNJ495
Hundreds of Joshua trees were scorched during the shutdown
A firefighter with the National Park Service says a fire wiped out more than a thousand Joshua trees amid the government shutdown. Restoration could be limited by a depleted staff, they said.
www.latimes.com
November 24, 2025 at 4:44 AM
Hundreds of Joshua trees in a critical climate refuge were scorched during the government shutdown. The L.A. Times reports that a visitor lighting toilet paper sparked the fire, while staff shortages left the park vulnerable and are now delaying its restoration. (L.A. Times)
#CSUNJ495
#CSUNJ495
Update at the Port of LA: Fire on the container ship ONE Henry Hudson is substantially contained, and the vessel has been moved to open water. Great news for residents: the precautionary shelter-in-place order for San Pedro and Wilmington has been lifted. No injuries were reported. (ABC7)
#CSUN495
#CSUN495
Ship is moved out to sea from Port of LA after fire erupts onboard; shelter-in-place order lifted
A shelter-in-place order was lifted in San Pedro hours after a fire erupted on a container ship docked in the Port of L.A.
abc7.com
November 23, 2025 at 6:09 AM
Update at the Port of LA: Fire on the container ship ONE Henry Hudson is substantially contained, and the vessel has been moved to open water. Great news for residents: the precautionary shelter-in-place order for San Pedro and Wilmington has been lifted. No injuries were reported. (ABC7)
#CSUN495
#CSUN495
California leaders blast Trump's "idiotic" plan to open new offshore oil drilling in federal waters off the state's coast. Gov. Newsom has promised to file an immediate lawsuit to stop the proposal.
More on LAist: laist.com/news/climate...
#CSUNJ495
More on LAist: laist.com/news/climate...
#CSUNJ495
California leaders blast Trump’s ‘idiotic’ plan to kickstart offshore oil drilling
The Interior Department released its plan to open up federal waters off California’s coast to oil drilling, setting up a direct confrontation with Sacramento on energy and climate change.
laist.com
November 21, 2025 at 5:29 AM
California leaders blast Trump's "idiotic" plan to open new offshore oil drilling in federal waters off the state's coast. Gov. Newsom has promised to file an immediate lawsuit to stop the proposal.
More on LAist: laist.com/news/climate...
#CSUNJ495
More on LAist: laist.com/news/climate...
#CSUNJ495
An unusually strong atmospheric river is drenching SoCal, threatening rockslides and debris flows in areas still recovering from recent wildfires. Evacuations have been ordered for Palisades & Eaton fire zones.
More on AP:
apnews.com/article/rain...
#CSUNJ495
More on AP:
apnews.com/article/rain...
#CSUNJ495
Atmospheric river douses Southern California, threatening rockslides in LA's fire-ravaged areas
An unusually strong storm system called an atmospheric river is dousing Southern California. More than four inches of rain fell over coastal Santa Barbara County early Friday as the storm moved south ...
apnews.com
November 17, 2025 at 4:59 AM
An unusually strong atmospheric river is drenching SoCal, threatening rockslides and debris flows in areas still recovering from recent wildfires. Evacuations have been ordered for Palisades & Eaton fire zones.
More on AP:
apnews.com/article/rain...
#CSUNJ495
More on AP:
apnews.com/article/rain...
#CSUNJ495
The end of the federal $7,500 EV tax credit is hitting the luxury market hard. Sales of pricey models plunged in October. In response, Ford has halted F-150 Lightning production, and GM has paused Hummer EV production, as buyers shift to more affordable options. (Source: NYTimes)
#CSUNJ495
#CSUNJ495
The Luxury Electric Vehicle Is in Trouble
www.nytimes.com
November 14, 2025 at 11:43 PM
The end of the federal $7,500 EV tax credit is hitting the luxury market hard. Sales of pricey models plunged in October. In response, Ford has halted F-150 Lightning production, and GM has paused Hummer EV production, as buyers shift to more affordable options. (Source: NYTimes)
#CSUNJ495
#CSUNJ495
🌍 At the COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, Governor Gavin Newsom is positioning California as a climate leader despite the U.S. federal government’s absence.
More on CalMatters: calmatters.org/environment/...
#CSUNJ495
More on CalMatters: calmatters.org/environment/...
#CSUNJ495
Newsom brings California to the heart of the Amazon — and the U.N. climate conference
U.N. negotiations among nations over curbing climate change don't include California, but Gavin Newsom sees a chance for leadership anyway.
calmatters.org
November 14, 2025 at 4:28 AM
🌍 At the COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, Governor Gavin Newsom is positioning California as a climate leader despite the U.S. federal government’s absence.
More on CalMatters: calmatters.org/environment/...
#CSUNJ495
More on CalMatters: calmatters.org/environment/...
#CSUNJ495
The U.S. has finalized plans for an offshore oil and gas lease sale covering 80 million acres in the Gulf of Mexico this December and proposed another in Alaska’s Cook Inlet starting in 2026, both set at the minimum royalty rate to boost drilling. (Reuters)
www.reuters.com/business/ene...
#CSUNJ495
www.reuters.com/business/ene...
#CSUNJ495
Trump finalizes US Gulf oil lease sale, proposes Alaska sale in 2026
The Trump administration will hold an auction for drilling oil and gas off the U.S. Gulf next month and has proposed another in a waterway in southern Alaska, it said on Friday.
www.reuters.com
November 10, 2025 at 5:33 AM
The U.S. has finalized plans for an offshore oil and gas lease sale covering 80 million acres in the Gulf of Mexico this December and proposed another in Alaska’s Cook Inlet starting in 2026, both set at the minimum royalty rate to boost drilling. (Reuters)
www.reuters.com/business/ene...
#CSUNJ495
www.reuters.com/business/ene...
#CSUNJ495
California has ended its e-bike voucher program and redirected about $17 million to electric vehicle rebates instead. Officials say the shift supports broader clean transportation goals, though advocates worry it leaves low-income riders behind.
More on LAist: laist.com/news/climate...
#CSUNJ495
More on LAist: laist.com/news/climate...
#CSUNJ495
California quietly kills electric bike vouchers, sending money to EV incentives instead
The California Air Resources Board gave no public announcement but confirmed that it has redirected the e-bike program’s funds as “a recent outcome of legislative direction.”
laist.com
November 9, 2025 at 5:49 AM
California has ended its e-bike voucher program and redirected about $17 million to electric vehicle rebates instead. Officials say the shift supports broader clean transportation goals, though advocates worry it leaves low-income riders behind.
More on LAist: laist.com/news/climate...
#CSUNJ495
More on LAist: laist.com/news/climate...
#CSUNJ495
The EPA plans to revoke its 2009 “endangerment finding” on greenhouse gases, potentially stripping federal power to regulate CO₂. Experts say California may step in to regulate greenhouse gases on its own, reviving its role as the nation’s climate leader. (Source: CalMatters)
#CSUNJ495
#CSUNJ495
If Trump’s EPA abandons climate policy, could California take over on greenhouse gases?
California, the state that helped define U.S. clean-air policy, is once again considering how far it can go without Washington’s permission.
calmatters.org
November 8, 2025 at 6:21 AM
The EPA plans to revoke its 2009 “endangerment finding” on greenhouse gases, potentially stripping federal power to regulate CO₂. Experts say California may step in to regulate greenhouse gases on its own, reviving its role as the nation’s climate leader. (Source: CalMatters)
#CSUNJ495
#CSUNJ495
UPDATE: The Associated Press called Mikie Sherill the winner of New Jersey Governor race, with a double-digit lead.
More on AP:
apnews.com/projects/ele...
More on AP:
apnews.com/projects/ele...
2025 New Jersey election results
See live results and county-level maps for the 2025 New Jersey elections for governor and Jersey City mayor.
apnews.com
November 5, 2025 at 2:32 AM
UPDATE: The Associated Press called Mikie Sherill the winner of New Jersey Governor race, with a double-digit lead.
More on AP:
apnews.com/projects/ele...
More on AP:
apnews.com/projects/ele...
As of 6:22 PM PST, among over 1.9 million votes reported (57% of estimated total), Sherrill leads with 56.6% and Ciattarelli behind with 42.9%. (Source New York Times)
November 5, 2025 at 2:23 AM
As of 6:22 PM PST, among over 1.9 million votes reported (57% of estimated total), Sherrill leads with 56.6% and Ciattarelli behind with 42.9%. (Source New York Times)
As of now, New Jersey is still too early too call, but the current poll shows that Democratic candidate Mikie Sherrill is leading by some margin. (Source: New York Times)
November 5, 2025 at 2:05 AM
As of now, New Jersey is still too early too call, but the current poll shows that Democratic candidate Mikie Sherrill is leading by some margin. (Source: New York Times)
New Jersey hasn’t elected a Republican governor since 2013, and the state has backed Democrats at the presidential level since 1988. Can Republicans win over a state that’s been historically blue, or will Democrats hold steady?
November 5, 2025 at 2:05 AM
New Jersey hasn’t elected a Republican governor since 2013, and the state has backed Democrats at the presidential level since 1988. Can Republicans win over a state that’s been historically blue, or will Democrats hold steady?
Big moment in the State of New Jersey. Tonight, voters in the state go to the polls to elect a new governor. Two major contenders are: Mikie Sherrill (D) — U.S. Rep, former Navy helicopter pilot & federal prosecutor, and Jack Ciattarelli (R) — former state assemblyman, running again.
New Jersey Governor Election Results 2025: Jack Ciattarelli, Mikie Sherrill
Get live results and maps from the 2025 New Jersey Governor election.
www.nytimes.com
November 5, 2025 at 2:05 AM
Big moment in the State of New Jersey. Tonight, voters in the state go to the polls to elect a new governor. Two major contenders are: Mikie Sherrill (D) — U.S. Rep, former Navy helicopter pilot & federal prosecutor, and Jack Ciattarelli (R) — former state assemblyman, running again.
Southern California Edison is introducing a new compensation option for Eaton Fire survivors, offering payments within 90 days to those who waive their right to sue. Some advocates argue that this change may impact settlement choices.
More on LAist: laist.com/news/climate...
#CSUNJ495
More on LAist: laist.com/news/climate...
#CSUNJ495
Edison is changing how it plans to pay Eaton Fire victims. What you need to know
The utility, whose equipment is believed to have sparked the Eaton Fire, says payouts could come as quickly as four months after people submit a claim. But accepting the money means you'll have to for...
laist.com
November 3, 2025 at 6:27 AM
Southern California Edison is introducing a new compensation option for Eaton Fire survivors, offering payments within 90 days to those who waive their right to sue. Some advocates argue that this change may impact settlement choices.
More on LAist: laist.com/news/climate...
#CSUNJ495
More on LAist: laist.com/news/climate...
#CSUNJ495
L.A. is betting $800 Million on a major pivot: retrofitting the aging Scattergood gas plant to run on a blend of natural gas and hydrogen, despite losing federal funding for its hydrogen shift. This move highlights both ambition and risk in the transition to clean energy. (CalMatters)
#CSUNJ495
#CSUNJ495
Defunded by Trump, California’s clean energy hopes reach a crossroads in Los Angeles
The federal government pulled $1.2 billion in hydrogen funding for California. Los Angeles is pressing ahead anyway — starting with the Scattergood power plant.
calmatters.org
November 2, 2025 at 2:48 AM
L.A. is betting $800 Million on a major pivot: retrofitting the aging Scattergood gas plant to run on a blend of natural gas and hydrogen, despite losing federal funding for its hydrogen shift. This move highlights both ambition and risk in the transition to clean energy. (CalMatters)
#CSUNJ495
#CSUNJ495
Although the U.S. EV fast-charger network expands, many drivers still suffer from "range anxiety," fearing they'll run out of range before finding a station, especially on long trips or in underserved areas.
More on AP news: apnews.com/article/ev-e...
#CSUNJ495 #EV
More on AP news: apnews.com/article/ev-e...
#CSUNJ495 #EV
Fast chargers are expanding quickly, but American EV drivers still fear running out of juice
A new poll finds that many Americans remain hesitant to buy electric vehicles. The AP-NORC/EPIC poll found only about 2 in 10 U.S. adults say they would be highly likely to buy one the next time they ...
apnews.com
November 1, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Although the U.S. EV fast-charger network expands, many drivers still suffer from "range anxiety," fearing they'll run out of range before finding a station, especially on long trips or in underserved areas.
More on AP news: apnews.com/article/ev-e...
#CSUNJ495 #EV
More on AP news: apnews.com/article/ev-e...
#CSUNJ495 #EV
Exxon Mobil Corporation has sued California, challenging two laws that force large-business climate disclosures starting in 2026. Exxon claims the rules violate its First Amendment rights.
More on Reuters:
www.reuters.com/sustainabili...
#CSUNJ495
More on Reuters:
www.reuters.com/sustainabili...
#CSUNJ495
Exxon sues California over climate disclosure laws
Exxon Mobil sued California on Friday, challenging two state laws that require large companies to publicly disclose their greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related financial risks.
www.reuters.com
October 27, 2025 at 5:57 AM
Exxon Mobil Corporation has sued California, challenging two laws that force large-business climate disclosures starting in 2026. Exxon claims the rules violate its First Amendment rights.
More on Reuters:
www.reuters.com/sustainabili...
#CSUNJ495
More on Reuters:
www.reuters.com/sustainabili...
#CSUNJ495
EV automaker Rivian is laying off ~600 employees as EV demand slows and tax credits vanish — a sign that the electric boom is slowing. Is this a temporary dip or a sign of bigger trouble for the EV market?
More on L.A. Times: www.latimes.com/business/sto...
#EV #CSUNJ495
More on L.A. Times: www.latimes.com/business/sto...
#EV #CSUNJ495
EV truck maker Rivian is laying off hundreds amid a slowdown in demand
Rivian, the Irvine-based manufacturer of electric trucks and SUVs, is preparing to lay off roughly 600 employees in an effort to lower costs.
www.latimes.com
October 26, 2025 at 2:39 AM
EV automaker Rivian is laying off ~600 employees as EV demand slows and tax credits vanish — a sign that the electric boom is slowing. Is this a temporary dip or a sign of bigger trouble for the EV market?
More on L.A. Times: www.latimes.com/business/sto...
#EV #CSUNJ495
More on L.A. Times: www.latimes.com/business/sto...
#EV #CSUNJ495
California just hit a record EV milestone — nearly 29% of new cars sold last quarter were electric or plug-in hybrids, as buyers rushed to beat expiring incentives. Can the state keep up the EV momentum without federal incentives?
More on L.A. Times:
www.latimes.com/environment/...
#CSUNJ495 #EV
More on L.A. Times:
www.latimes.com/environment/...
#CSUNJ495 #EV
Californians bought a record number of EVs before Trump budget cuts
As federal tax credits for electric vehicle purchases expired, Californians bought emissions-free cars in record numbers in the third quarter of 2025.
www.latimes.com
October 25, 2025 at 5:17 AM
California just hit a record EV milestone — nearly 29% of new cars sold last quarter were electric or plug-in hybrids, as buyers rushed to beat expiring incentives. Can the state keep up the EV momentum without federal incentives?
More on L.A. Times:
www.latimes.com/environment/...
#CSUNJ495 #EV
More on L.A. Times:
www.latimes.com/environment/...
#CSUNJ495 #EV
A 17-mile stretch of Interstate 5 (I-5) between Oceanside and San Onofre was shut down today after the military confirmed live-fire artillery rounds would be shot over the freeway. The closure triggered major gridlock across San Diego and Orange counties. (Source: L.A. Times)
#CSUNJ495
#CSUNJ495
Interstate 5 closure brings gridlock, new battle between Trump, California
California closed part of Interstate 5 on Saturday after military officials confirmed artillery would be shot over the freeway. Then it reopened temporarily.
www.latimes.com
October 19, 2025 at 3:48 AM
A 17-mile stretch of Interstate 5 (I-5) between Oceanside and San Onofre was shut down today after the military confirmed live-fire artillery rounds would be shot over the freeway. The closure triggered major gridlock across San Diego and Orange counties. (Source: L.A. Times)
#CSUNJ495
#CSUNJ495
Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would have restricted local air-quality regulators, preserving their authority to enforce pollution rules around California’s busiest ports. The move keeps the state’s environmental oversight intact.
More on Reuters: www.reuters.com/legal/litiga...
#CSUNJ495
More on Reuters: www.reuters.com/legal/litiga...
#CSUNJ495
www.reuters.com
October 18, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would have restricted local air-quality regulators, preserving their authority to enforce pollution rules around California’s busiest ports. The move keeps the state’s environmental oversight intact.
More on Reuters: www.reuters.com/legal/litiga...
#CSUNJ495
More on Reuters: www.reuters.com/legal/litiga...
#CSUNJ495
California’s clean-energy shift is leaving oil workers in uncertainty. As refineries shut down and jobs vanish, funding for retraining is expected to run out by 2027. Can the state fight climate change without sidelining its own workforce?
More on AP News: apnews.com/article/cali...
#CSUNJ495
More on AP News: apnews.com/article/cali...
#CSUNJ495
California oil workers face an uncertain future in the state's energy transition
California is grappling with how to support oil workers who are being displaced from their jobs amid the state's energy transition.
apnews.com
October 17, 2025 at 4:28 AM
California’s clean-energy shift is leaving oil workers in uncertainty. As refineries shut down and jobs vanish, funding for retraining is expected to run out by 2027. Can the state fight climate change without sidelining its own workforce?
More on AP News: apnews.com/article/cali...
#CSUNJ495
More on AP News: apnews.com/article/cali...
#CSUNJ495
A helicopter linked to the Cars ’N Copters event crashed around 2 p.m. near PCH & Huntington St., spiraling into palm trees. Five people—2 onboard, 3 pedestrians—were hospitalized. FAA and NTSB are investigating. More on CBS News: www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/n...
#CSUNJ495
#CSUNJ495
5 hospitalized after helicopter crashes in busy oceanfront area of Huntington Beach
Two people onboard the helicopter and three people on the street were hospitalized for injuries suffered in the crash.
www.cbsnews.com
October 12, 2025 at 7:27 AM
A helicopter linked to the Cars ’N Copters event crashed around 2 p.m. near PCH & Huntington St., spiraling into palm trees. Five people—2 onboard, 3 pedestrians—were hospitalized. FAA and NTSB are investigating. More on CBS News: www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/n...
#CSUNJ495
#CSUNJ495
Traffic log source: commutedash.com/California/y...
commutedash.com
October 11, 2025 at 3:28 AM
Traffic log source: commutedash.com/California/y...