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Some of the country's highest home insurance prices are in the central U.S., a region generally considered to be protected from climate-driven disasters.
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A lot of it will be in our taps in up to 25 years.
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Hold off on burning the old yule log today — officials have declared a no burn day.
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To meet climate goals, energy efficiency for dozens of appliances is getting renewed attention from the Biden administration.
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It was the hottest year on Earth in 125,000 years, and #climatescam is taking off.
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The country may have a long way to go in its decarbonization goals, but these stories show signs of progress.
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Gas-powered leaf blowers and lawnmowers will be the first to go next summer.
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Western monarch butterflies are a key part of the insect ecosystem, which is why scientists and volunteers are tracking how many are spending the winter in L.A. County.
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The Pacific storm is moving out of the Southland as lingering showers remain in the Inland Empire and Orange County.
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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.
Researchers found that in drier years, larger animals are more likely to head closer and closer to where people live.
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Facing another high gas bill? United Way and SoCal Gas have announced a team-up to offer some help.
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By year's end, use of balloons on public property in Laguna Beach and their sale within the city could lead to a $500 fine. The city council is considering the ban on Tuesday.
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The mountain lion was hit last night on Pacific Coast Highway near Leo Carrillo State Beach.
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The advisory is in effect until 6 p.m.
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The Irvine City Council will discuss pulling out of the Orange County Power Authority at its Feb. 28 meeting.
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A cold weather alert was issued for most areas in Los Angeles County where temperatures are expected to drop to 32 degrees.
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Snails and slugs are a pretty good indicators of how of well nature is surviving in our urban landscape.
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Fares provide a tiny fraction of Metro's funding. Transit advocates say making it free could also help L.A.'s climate goals.
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Experts are still trying to determine the extent of the damage.
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"Green" hydrogen can help cut planet-heating emissions, but opponents worry it'll worsen local air pollution and extend the life of the fossil fuel industry.
