EnvironmentWhen sea otters lose their favorite foods, they can use tools to go after new onesMay 20, 2024Some otters rely on tools to bust open hard-shelled prey items like snails, and a new study suggests this tool use is helping them to survive as their favorite, easier-to-eat foods disappear.
State GovernmentAfter a child’s death, California weighs rules for phys ed during extreme weatherMay 20, 2024A bill in California would require the state Department of Education to create guidelines that govern physical activity at public schools during extreme weather, including setting threshold temperatures for when students should exercise outside.
EnvironmentLa Familia Counseling Center is Sacramento’s first federally-recognized climate resilience hubMay 17, 2024 | Manola SecairaThe hubs are meant to provide resources and shelter for community members during extreme weather events. It’s only the fifth to be recognized by federal officials in California.
Environment$20 billion: The Delta tunnel’s new price tagMay 16, 2024The 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.
Sacramento RegionSacramento City Council OKs plan to replace gas appliances — without stove requirementsMay 15, 2024 | Kristin LamThe plan focuses on retrofitting space and water heating appliances, but doesn’t recommend any requirements for stoves in homes or restaurants.
State GovernmentCalifornia moves closer to requiring new pollutant-warning labels for gas stovesMay 15, 2024The California Assembly has approved legislation that would require new gas stoves to carry a label warning users about pollutants that have been linked to respiratory illnesses.
Sacramento RegionSan Joaquin, Sacramento officials prepare for mosquito seasonMay 14, 2024 | Rich IbarraCalifornia saw 428 human cases of West Nile Virus last season, and officials are taking precautions against the spread of disease by setting up mosquito traps and doing outreach as warmer weather returns.
EnvironmentFilm about Camp Fire rescue starring Matthew McConaughey begins filming in New MexicoMay 14, 2024"The Lost Bus" tells the story of a bus driver and a school teacher who rescued students during the 2018 Camp Fire, the deadliest and most destructive wildfire in California’s history.
Sacramento RegionSacramento wants to add more trees in under-covered areas. Here’s why, and how to get involvedMay 13, 2024Public comment is open on the city of Sacramento’s Urban Forest Plan, which proposes adding trees in the areas most in need of coverage. Representatives with the Sacramento Tree Foundation explain the steps needed to obtain “tree canopy equity.” Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentA huge solar storm is hurtling toward the Earth. Scientists say you should look upMay 10, 2024An aurora could be visible as far south as Northern California. Experts say the storm could disrupt some communications and navigation systems like GPS.
