Climate & Environment

Your SoCal Weather Report For Thursday, Oct. 5: Hot And Windy

The National Weather Service has issued wind and heat advisories for today.

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Years of putrid odors, scores of complaints. The fight over a facility that recycles dead animals in Southeast LA

Baker Commodities Inc. in the city of Vernon is suing the government agency that oversees it for $200 million in damages. Neighbors had celebrated its temporary shutdown. Now an upcoming court decision could allow a full reopening.

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The 2 bus rides that spurred LAist’s deep dive into odor issues in Vernon

Southeast L.A. residents have grappled with the stench of rotting flesh for decades, on top of other environmental ills.

Smell Something Bad In Your Neighborhood? Here’s Where To Get Help

When it comes to foul odors, there’s no need to grin and bear it. Here’s a guide on where to report problems in Southern California.

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County Takes Step To End Drilling At Inglewood Oil Field

The county's regional planning commission voted unanimously to pass an oil phaseout resolution. But more votes are still to come.

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Your SoCal Weather Report For Thursday, Oct. 4: Toasty And Dry

A wind advisory is out for Santa Clarita, Santa Monica and the San Gabriel Mountains today.

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Inside The Rough-And-Tumble Race To Clean Up America’s Abandoned Oil Wells

With a little art, a little science, and a lot of luck, the niche well-plugging industry is hoping to pick up steam.

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Climate Change Is Shortening The Days For Prescribed Fires

Controlled burns are among the region's most common ways of preventing catastrophic wildfires. UCLA climate scientist Daniel Swain says adding more staff at Forest Service, Cal Fire, the National Park Service and other agencies could make prescribed burns more efficient with fewer days.

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Some Big Purchases That Can Save Energy And Money At Home (Plus Budget-Friendly Options)

Sustainability experts say there are ways we can make a lot of our daily tasks more climate friendly — by using home appliances and vehicles that run on electricity.

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Steep Electricity Rate Hikes Expected In Glendale

The hikes will fund city energy projects.

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