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LA pushes for cleaner cars, so why is the air still so bad?

Last summer, LA had 87 consecutive days bad air. It was the first time in decades. This week, we tied that record. Why is our air so bad, despite the fact that California is a leader in pushing for cleaner vehicles and renewable energy?

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By Steve Chiotakis • Sep 17, 2019 • 1 min read

Last summer, LA had 87 consecutive days bad air. It was the first time in decades. This week, we tied that record. Why is our air so bad, despite the fact that California is a leader in pushing for cleaner vehicles and renewable energy?

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    Steve Chiotakis

    Afternoon News Anchor

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    Christian Bordal

    Managing Producer, Greater LA

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    Kathryn Barnes

    Producer, Reporter

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    Alissa Walker

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