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The report concludes that the water supply was too slow, not too low, and even a functioning reservoir likely wouldn’t have stopped the Palisades Fire.
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As the weather warms, algal blooms have begun to pop up in freshwater lakes.
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Lack of EV chargers in remote areas could derail California’s aim to electrify cars. In Imperial County, residents have access to few public chargers and buy electric cars at only a fifth of the statewide rate.
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Today will be a few degrees warmer more inland than Monday.
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Kick off the week with cool weather.
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To make crops resilient to climate change, scientists are exposing seeds to cosmic radiation, extreme temperatures, and low gravity.
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A five-year, $7 million restoration effort faces some real challenges.
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As much as $20 billion in upgrades will be required, but the electric vehicle transition could still reduce rates statewide.
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As drowning deaths among young children are on the rise, here are some tips to make sure you and your loved ones stay safe as you hit the water this summer.
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Years ago, the critically endangered Devils Hole pupfish had a very close brush with extinction.
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Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. and we need all the protection we can get. So why is it so hard to get newer, more effective ingredients approved here?
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The centerpiece of California’s water wars pits Gov. Newsom against local communities and environmentalists. A new report says the benefits of the tunnel exceed the cost since other water supplies would cost more.
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The series of short films, called “Grand Theft Eco,” uses a modified version of the popular video game to create sets for the stories.
Philanthropic funds helped purchase a burned lot that used to have 14 rental units. Supporters hope the project can be a model for rebuilding equitably for renters.
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Deadly floods like those in Texas are rare in California, but climate change-fueled storms could make them more likely, climate scientists say.
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Marine mammal researchers are investigating how sea lions were affected by the longest toxic algal bloom on record off the coast of Southern California. Some sea lions are being released back into the wild.Listen 5:43
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In the wake of the tragedy in Texas, LAist set out to get answers about the flood situation here.
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The L.A. Department of Water and Power's "Cool L.A." initiative could help you save.
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One Southern California fire department was "double-digit busier" on Independence Day compared with a typical day.Listen 0:50
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Eagle lovers breathe a sigh of relief after contentious fireworks display went on.
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People living on some streets in the Bluebird Canyon area were told to evacuate because of Monday's brush fire.
