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Gas Prices Could Increase Under Low-Carbon Fuel Rules
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Episode 405
A revamped low-carbon fuel standard took effect in July, raising concerns it could drive up gas prices. State officials defend the rules as essential to meeting climate goals, while some lawmakers push for caps on fuel credit prices to protect consumers.
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Supreme court lifts curb on appearance-based stops, LA sweeps continue.
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Dry lightning sparks dozens of fires as research points to more strikes.
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Sales stall as rates top 6%, listings fall, and deals get canceled.
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Tech firms pitch free AI resources to schools in exchange for users.
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