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Breezy conditions will continue this morning followed by temps in the mid-70s.
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Expect the warmest and windiest day of the week.
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A slightly warmer day on tap, with highs in the mid 70s and blustery conditions.
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Researchers found that in drier years, larger animals are more likely to head closer and closer to where people live.Listen 4:05
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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.Listen 0:42
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After all the rain we've had lately, large fires likely won't be a concern until deep into 2026.Listen 0:45
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Landfills are the second-largest source of methane emissions in California. That’s why the California Air Resources Board took action to monitor and capture landfill gases.
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The Interior Department released its plan to open up federal waters off California’s coast to oil drilling, setting up a direct confrontation with Sacramento on energy and climate change.
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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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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.Listen 0:42
