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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 warmup is coming this weekend before some rain showers come to SoCal next week.
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We're looking at dry weather and cooler nights for the week.
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We talked with officials and experts. Here’s a breakdown of answers to commonly asked questions following the Tustin hangar fire.
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Even in a sort-of dark location you’ll see some spectacular sights.
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We're looking at dry weather and cooler nights for the week.
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The city approved a plan to transition to carbon-free energy, but some say it doesn’t go far enough.
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We're looking at dry weather and cooler nights for the week.
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The Salton Sea contains a third of the world's lithium, but the exposed bed lake also contains heavy metals and pesticides which could threaten nearby residents.
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Rich countries are dodging responsibility for adaptation aid, infuriating leaders from vulnerable nations.
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We're looking at dry weather and cooler nights for the week.
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Steep slopes, weak rocks and water intrusion all make slides more likely.
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Worm composting became especially popular during the pandemic, but it's never too late to get in the dirt.
Researchers found that in drier years, larger animals are more likely to head closer and closer to where people live.
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An LAist investigation found toxic heavy metals in samples of fire retardant collected from the Palisades, Eaton and Franklin fires. Here's what that means.
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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.
