EnvironmentCalifornia’s freshwater ecosystems are in urgent peril: new report suggests a portfolio of tools may helpJuly 15, 2024Nearly half of the state’s freshwater species are vulnerable to extinction, while only 6% are protected under endangered regulations, according to a May PPIC report.
EnvironmentHomeless advocates say cities, counties should distribute tools to prevent fires in encampmentsJuly 15, 2024 | Manola SecairaLast month, a fire originating from a Rancho Cordova encampment burned nearly 600 acres. Advocates say unhoused people should be equipped with tools like fire extinguishers to help stop them. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentHiking during extreme heat can be deadly. Here's why and how to stay safeJuly 12, 2024Heat records have been crumbling this summer in the U.S., creating dangerous conditions for those exerting themselves outside. When the body gets overheated, it struggles to perform basic functions.
EnvironmentCalifornia fire officials report first wildfire death of the 2024 seasonJuly 12, 2024Mendocino County officials say they found human remains in a burned structure from a fire that started Monday.
Environment'We're screaming into the void.' Across the U.S., heat keeps breaking recordsJuly 12, 2024It’s not your imagination. Temperature records are falling across the U.S. Climate scientists say they've been predicting this for decades.
EnvironmentWorld’s largest water balloon fight? Stockton event hopes to set the record this weekend.July 12, 2024 | Rich IbarraTemperatures are expected to hit 102 on Saturday, and Splash Fest organizers are hoping to attract a crowd of 10,000 people launching more than 200,000 balloons.
EnvironmentCalifornia approves a new blueprint for offshore wind. The massive projects will cost billionsJuly 12, 2024Harnessing clean energy is a venture of unprecedented scope in California, bringing big changes to Humboldt and the Central Coast, and requiring 26 ports along the coast.
EnvironmentWildfire risk rises as Western states dry out amid ongoing heat wave baking most of the USJuly 11, 2024Authorities in Western states are warning of the rising risk of wildfires as hot conditions and low humidity dry out the landscape amid a protracted heat wave baking much of the U.S.
EnvironmentTips on managing your air conditioner during Sacramento’s heat waveJuly 10, 2024 | Chris Nichols | Tony RodriguezFor those with access to air conditioning, keeping it running during a heat wave can be challenging and expensive. Here are some tips to keep your bills lower while still maintaining a safe temperature in your home. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento RegionCleanStart’s Thomas Hall and Christina Granados on the importance of community outreach in clean-tech developmentJuly 10, 2024In its latest Inclusive Economy poll, Sacramentans identified community-driven, inclusive growth and green “climate-friendly” developments as the top two priorities from a list of regional economic concerns.