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A slightly warmer day on tap, with highs in the mid 70s and blustery conditions.
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Climate change has made great swaths of the planet drier and soils saltier, jeopardizing food production and water access for billions.
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In 2024 California continued efforts toward environmental leadership, from voter-approved bonds to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s efforts to reduce gas prices.
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While the northern part of the state is looking good, the southern part is looking bleak.
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In 2024 California continued efforts toward environmental leadership, from voter-approved bonds to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s efforts to reduce gas prices.
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The last time downtown L.A. saw significant rain was 276 days ago.
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Rove's new full-service station in Santa Ana offer much more than a charge.
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The closure comes after thousands of complaints of health issues stemming from the smells.
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From charismatic macrofauna to tiny sea squirts, here are some species formally identified by scientists in 2024.
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Officials are warning visitors to be flexible and enjoy all parts of the national park, not just the known favorites.
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Two Congressional reports make clear that, with increasingly frequent hurricanes, floods, and fires, "the model of insurance as it stands right now isn't working."
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New research shows what happens when cities add sidewalks and take other pedestrian-friendly steps.
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Local scuba divers work to clean up “ghost nets.”
The Interior Department released its plan to open up federal waters off California’s coast to oil drilling, setting up a direct confrontation with Sacramento on energy and climate change.
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Time to grab a shovel and get digging.
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Some activists view the industry's response as a badge of success.
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L.A. region will see light to moderate rain through Monday.
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A powerful blizzard will continue to pummel parts of the Sierra Nevada through Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.
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Southern California will see between half and inch and 3 inches of rain, while avalanche and blizzard warnings are in effect near Yosemite and Lake Tahoe through Sunday.
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Some parts of the Sierra Nevada region have already amassed over 3 feet of snow. Forecasters say snow showers will continue through Sunday.
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We want to hear how you’re experiencing California’s new compost law at home or at your business.
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Local nature expert shows you how to forage for edible invasive plants for a tasty salad, while restores habitat
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A major snow storm has arrived in the Sierra Nevada and for the southland that means rain and local mountain snowfall for the weekend.
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The Sierra Nevada mountains are poised to take the brunt of what’s shaping up to be a major snowstorm.
