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A slightly warmer day on tap, with highs in the mid 70s and blustery conditions.
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Animal tracks. Bones. A slug living in a tide pool ... and yes, you can even snap and send in a pic of animal poop. This weekend, Los Angeles is one of hundreds of cities across the globe taking part in the City Nature Challenge to document urban nature.
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After studying various species earlier this month, some scientists now say they understand the origin of animal behavior during solar eclipses.
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Windy conditions will continue for most of San Bernardino and the deserts through Friday.
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California newts are a species of special concern in the southern part of the Golden State, but we have some tips for spotting the semi-aquatic amphibians.
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Expect overcast skies with some sun peaking out at times and patchy drizzle.
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We heard from Southern Californians about their favorite gardens to visit, and share some of our own.
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Expect overcast skies with some sun peaking out at times and patchy drizzle in the morning.
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A series of low pressure systems will lower temperatures for the week.
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We’re two years into a state law that requires us to keep food waste out of the trash. It’s anything but straightforward, but here is how to do it right.
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The majority of respondents who have been required to start separating their food waste reported that it's going just fine. But they also let us know what stinks about it, too.
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These tips might not solve the climate crisis, but they can help garner momentum as we work toward a more sustainable future.
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The drought years were very, very hard on our trees. Conditions have improved a lot.
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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Winter solstice marks the shortest day and longest night of the year, and it fell at exactly 4:20 a.m. ET on Saturday in the Northern Hemisphere. Here are five ways it's celebrated around the world.
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Streets have flooded and hazards will remain into Friday.
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Flood advisories are out for Ventura County and the western portion of Los Angeles County.
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Some debris from the fire was found to contain up to 37% asbestos, a material that can cause long-term health consequences if the fibers are inhaled.
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It’s been quite dry until now.
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The National Weather Service has issued flood watches for portions of Southern California.
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Projects are already in the works.
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The high heat of California wildfires transformed a benign metal into a toxic form, new research finds. Exposure to high levels of hexavalent chromium is linked to increased rates of lung cancer.
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A large sediment removal project has been completed, just in time for upcoming rain.
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The National Weather Service has issued flood watches for parts of L.A. County.
