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Researchers found that in drier years, larger animals are more likely to head closer and closer to where people live.
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There's a SpaceX rocket launch scheduled for about 10 p.m., so you may hear loud sounds.
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The Trump administration argues that rescinding the 2001 Roadless Rule will help wildland firefighters. Fire researchers warn that more roads could exacerbate the problem.
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Another warming trend is on the docket that will push highs back into the 90s.
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Hexavalent chromium is the same carcinogen Erin Brockovich warned about in the 1990s, but researchers say more study is needed on the potential health effects of nanoparticles detected earlier this year. Experts will answer questions at a webinar this evening.
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Mostly cloudy skies today with 10% to 20% chance of thunderstorms for L.A. County.
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LAist is surveying people who lost their homes during the fires. Here’s how to participate in an illustrated project highlighting your memories.
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The Self-Realization Fellowship’s Lake Shrine, a historic interfaith outpost for spiritual seekers, has reopened after seven months.
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Temperatures should be a couple of degrees warmer today, but the cool down continues Thursday.
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There’s enough lithium in one year of U.S. mine waste to power 10 million electric vehicles.
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By Thursday, SoCal will see temperatures around normal as temperatures cool slightly.
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Homeowners want the state to act immediately and intervene more to help them recoup what they're owed from insurance companies.
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An analysis of unemployment data from University of California researchers shows at least 11,000 workers lost their jobs in the wake of the fires earlier this year.
The heaviest rainfall fell overnight Thursday into Friday morning in the L.A. and Ventura counties with continued showers into the weekend.
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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.
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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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It will be warm and pleasant weather this Labor Day. But take extra care at the beaches today.
