Climate & Environment

Your SoCal Weather Report For August 16-18: Latest Forecast On Hurricane Hilary

The National Weather Service is monitoring Hurricane Hilary along the coast of Baja California which could bring a tropical storm our way, including heavy rain, gusty winds and potential flooding to Southern California.

A geothermal map of SoCal in shades of red, purple and orange indicating temperature ranges.

A New Gray Wolf Pack Is Found 200 Miles South Of California's Nearest-Known Pack

Gray wolves used to roam most of North America before being hunted, trapped and driven out of most of the continental U.S. by the early 1900s. They are native to California.

A gray wolf is seen in the Sequoia National Forest.

For These SoCal Residents, The Deadly Maui Fire Hit Close To Home. Now They're Mobilizing Aid Efforts

Everything from toiletries and infant care supplies to first aid equipment is being shipped to the island.

Volunteers dressed in black T-shirts form a line to help haul donated aid items for people affected by the fire in Maui.

How This Two-Step Shuffle Can Save You From A Painful Stingray Attack

Long Beach researchers are studying the effectiveness of the so-called stingray shuffle against the flat fish’s piercing barb.

A round stingray flattened and camouflaged against dark brown sand. It looks like a thin brown mushroom cap with round orange spots and two eyes. Its sharp tail spine extends behind it.

After Decades, A Tribe's Vision For A New Marine Sanctuary Could Be Coming True

The Biden administration is moving ahead with what could be the largest national marine sanctuary in the continental U.S. A Native American tribe is hoping to be partners in managing it.

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A wide shot off the coast, looking out at the water.

Joshua Trees Were Devastated By The Mojave Fire, But There Could Be Hope

It could take hundreds of years for them to recover.

Johua trees stand in burned desert landscape

'Hank the Tank,' The Bear Behind 21 Home Invasions, Has Been Captured Near Lake Tahoe

Bear 64F is believed to be one of three animals who've broken into dozens of homes in South Lake Tahoe in the last year and helped themselves to messy meals, enchanting the internet.