Climate & Environment

It’s A New Water Year. What Can We Expect Ahead?

L.A. is in a good place when it comes to water supply for now, but things could quickly change.

Mountains are reflected in very still water at a manmade lake.

New Technology Uses Good Old-Fashioned Wind To Power Giant Cargo Vessels

Cargo ships equipped with massive rigid sails called WindWings could save a substantial amount of fuel, considering how much of the world's goods are transported by sea.

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Pyxis Ocean sets sail in August on its first voyage since being retrofitted with WindWings.

Getting A $7,500 Tax Credit For An Electric Car Will Soon Get A Lot Easier

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.

A family inspects the engine of a new Toyota Prius model during the Electrify Expo In D.C. in Washington, D.C., on July 23, 2023. Getting an electric vehicle tax credit of up to $7,500 will get a lot easier next year.

Companies that recycle animal carcasses must post signs saying where to report odors. Compliance has been spotty

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.

Your SoCal Weather Report For Friday, Oct. 6: High Heat Through The Weekend

Several heat advisories are out for Southern California until Saturday evening.

A geothermal map of Southern California in shades of orange and red illustrating the high heat.

Your SoCal Weather Report For Thursday, Oct. 5: Hot And Windy

The National Weather Service has issued wind and heat advisories for today.

A geothermal map of Southern California in shades of yellow, orange, red indicating high heat inland.

Years of putrid odors, scores of complaints. The fight over a facility that recycles dead animals in Southeast LA

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.