Climate & Environment

Your SoCal Weather Report For The Week Of June 5: Rainy And Cool

Temperatures will be well below average, with the chance of thunderstorms in some areas.

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Outdoor Workers Are Lawfully Protected From Extreme Heat. Indoor Workers? Not So Much

Warehouse workers who work in hot indoor environments say the climate crisis is moving faster than much-needed indoor heat regulation.

Rare Wolverine Spotted In California's Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. Why It's So Unusual

The last time one of the animals was seen in California was in 2008, and prior to that the most recent sighting occurred in 1922.

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The Global Plastics Treaty Can Fight Climate Change — If It Reduces Plastic Production

A new report says a 75% cut in plastics is needed to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

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Your SoCal Weather Report For The Weekend Of June 2: June Gloom Persists

A deep marine layer and strong onshore flow mean that clouds will stick around.

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Yes, We Have More Water … But Some Regulations Have Been Extended

The state extended a drought regulation banning using drinkable water to irrigate grass at commercial, industrial and institutional properties.

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Your SoCal Weather Report For Thursday, June 1: Cloudy And Cool, With Sun In Some Areas

Expect patchy fog this morning and clouds throughout the day in the Los Angeles basin, with highs in the mid-60s.

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Following A Supreme Court Decision On Wetlands, California Has A Lot To Figure Out

To best protect wetlands, permitting and enforcement need to be sorted.

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This State Program In Underserved Communities Is Becoming A Nationwide Model For Climate Action

A state program is providing needed funding to help the most impacted and underserved communities adapt to climate change. It could serve as a model for new federal climate spending.

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Your SoCal Weather Report For Wednesday, May 31: Cloudy Again, Cool Again. Head To The Valley For Sun

Most areas will stay in the mid-60s, but the Valleys will see highs in the low 70s.

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State Asked To Stop Diverting Iconic Mono Lake’s Water To Los Angeles

Environmentalists say it’s past time for California water officials to halt Los Angeles’ diversion of Mono Lake’s tributaries. But L.A. officials insist that water is a tiny but vital part of the city’s water supply.

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Your SoCal Weather Report For Tuesday, May 30: Sun Follows Drizzly Morning, Mountain Thunderstorms Possible

It's going to be cool and cloudy this morning throughout Southern California.

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