Les Hubbard
215 posts
Les Hubbard is a contributing reporter for The San Joaquin Valley Sun.
EPA bans last forms of asbestos
While asbestos use has drastically declined in the last several decades, the remaining uses will be phased out.
March 18, 2024
United CEO reassures commitment to safety after Boeing incidents
Several incidents with Boeing airplanes in recent months have caused concern among travelers.
March 18, 2024
Passengers in flight that suffered a blowout file lawsuit
One of the passengers said in the lawsuit that his seatbelt saved his life.
March 15, 2024
Regulators may delay rules to reduce water for lawns
State regulators are considering pushing back the rules until 2040.
March 15, 2024
Southern California oil sheen cleaned up, no recoverable oil left
Officials announced over the weekend that there was no more recoverable oil left off the Southern California coast.
March 11, 2024
Southern California Edison agrees to $80 million settlement
The utility is settling a lawsuit over the 2017 Thomas Fire.
February 27, 2024
McDaniel announces resignation from RNC
Republicans will be on the look for a new party leader once Super Tuesday wraps up next week.
February 26, 2024
Recycling company ordered to pay $140 million for CRV scheme
The company filed claims for CRV on bottles and cans with thousands of fabricated weight tickets.
February 23, 2024
Casino revenue reached record high in 2023
The record numbers came while inflation drove costs higher last year.
February 22, 2024
Bag fees increase at American Airlines
The airline is also changing its frequent-flyer program to only give points to those who purchase through American or its partner airlines.
February 21, 2024