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Now that electric cars are mainstream, higher-income Californians will no longer qualify for state subsidies. Lower-income buyers could get up to $12,000.
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After flames destroyed 1.3 million Joshua trees in Mojave National Preserve, biologists began replanting seedlings. But many have died, and now another fire has torched more of the iconic succulents.
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Everything you need to know about that tropical storm heading up from Mexico and its effects on Southern California beaches.
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A breed-and-release program is reviving a population of native southern mountain yellow-legged frog in local ponds and streams.
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Local governments are advocating for a statewide standard.
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Everything you need to know about distant Hurricane Jova and it's effects on Southern California beaches.
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'Zombie' Landfills Emit Tons Of Methane Decades After Shutting Down. Here's Why That's A Big ProblemLandfills, one of California’s largest sources of the greenhouse gas methane, emit the planet-heating gas for decades even after they shut down.
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AQMD ordered short-term fixes to reduce odors and the landfill owners have to put together a committee to determine a long term solution.
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The National Weather Service forecasts a slow warming trend for the weekend.
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The National Weather Service forecasts a slow warming trend. High surf advisories are still out for SoCal beaches.
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The climate crisis is pushing us into a hotter reality and driving up energy bills. That’s especially tough for low- and moderate-income households.
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When people can't afford to live near where they work, that can mean longer commutes that worsen pollution.
Landfills are the second-largest source of methane emissions in California. That’s why the California Air Resources Board took action to monitor and capture landfill gases.
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Buyers will be able to take advantage of the tax credit at the dealership when purchasing an electric vehicle. And they'll be available even for those who pay little or no taxes.
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An LAist review found that two rendering companies had past violations and briefly operated without signs that inform the public where to report smell problems.
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Several heat advisories are out for Southern California until Saturday evening.
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The National Weather Service has issued wind and heat advisories for today.
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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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Southeast L.A. residents have grappled with the stench of rotting flesh for decades, on top of other environmental ills.
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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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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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A wind advisory is out for Santa Clarita, Santa Monica and the San Gabriel Mountains today.
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