Adam Beam

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Financial Storytelling in the Age of AI
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August 12, 2026
To accommodate these needs, engineers need processors like those offered by NXP to balance computing power, connectivity and energy efficiency.
Industrial SBCs for Prototypes to Production
August 25, 2026
Exterior shot of SpaceX in California in May 2026.
SpaceX to Build World's Largest Spaceport in Louisiana
August 25, 2026
Ursa Major recently held the grand opening of its new manufacturing facility in Longmont, Colorado.
Hypersonics and Critical Munitions Company Ursa Major to Go Public
August 25, 2026
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Thefts Prompt 17 States to Urge Recall of Kia, Hyundai Cars
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One of Pacific Gas & Electric's Diablo Canyon Power Plant's nuclear reactors in Avila Beach, Calif., is viewed Nov. 3, 2008. A proposal circulated Friday, Aug. 19, 2022 by California Democratic legislators would reject Gov. Gavin Newsom's proposal to extend the lifespan of the state's last operating nuclear power plant and instead spend over $5 billion to speed up the development of renewable energy, promote conservation and aid ratepayers hit by climbing electricity bills.
Energy
California Nuke Extension Challenged in Legislative Proposal
The conflict over Diablo Canyon reveals deep anxiety among some legislators.
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Water flies from a sprinkler watering a lawn, in Sacramento, Calif., Tuesday, May 10, 2022. California's water usage jumped nearly 19% in March during one of the driest months on record, state officials announced, Tuesday, May 10, 2022.
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In Drought-Ravaged California, Water Use is Up Dramatically
Urban water use accounts for a relatively small percentage of California's overall water use when compared to agriculture.
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New Law to Ban Gas-Powered Lawn Equipment
The measure is part of an aggressive strategy to reduce pollution.
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Kevin Spesert, public affairs and real estate manager for the Sites Project Authority, at the main canal of the Glenn Colusa Irrigation District near Sites, Calif., July 23, 2021.
Manufacturing
Years Later, California Voters Still Wait on Water Projects
An earlier drought has come and gone, replaced by an even hotter and drier one.
September 1, 2021
Department of Water and Power Sub Station E, North Hollywood, Los Angeles, Aug. 15, 2020.
Energy
California Readies to Prevent Blackouts, but Threats Remain
The power grid of the nation's most populous state is still vulnerable to extreme heat waves.
May 19, 2021
State Sen. Scott Wiener, D-San Francisco, at a news conference in Sacramento, Jan. 21, 2020.
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Federal Judge Says California Can Enforce Net Neutrality Law
Open internet advocates hoped the 2018 law would spur Congress and other states to follow suit.
February 24, 2021
California Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris during an oversight hearing in Sacramento, May 11, 2020.
Medical
Bill Would End Tax Hikes for Companies Researching Disease
The tax increases punished companies for R&D spending — including on vaccines and treatments for COVID-19.
February 17, 2021
California Employment Development Department, Sacramento, Dec. 18, 2020.
News
Surprise Tax Forms Reveal Extent of Unemployment Fraud
State-run unemployment offices became lucrative targets as millions lost their jobs during the pandemic.
February 5, 2021
California Gov. Gavin Newsom discusses his revised 2020-2021 state budget during a news conference in Sacramento, May 14, 2020.
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California Gov. Plans $4B for Economic Recovery
Some $1.5 billion would help people purchase electric cars and fund construction of charging stations.
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Trucks travel along a loading dock at the Port of Long Beach in Long Beach, Calif., Aug. 22, 2018.
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Calif. OKs Nation's First Electric Truck Mandate
The new rules require automakers to sell more electric work trucks and delivery vans.
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