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California Governor Jerry Brown has declared a state of emergency because of the millions of dead and dying trees in the state. The drought and a beetle infestation have killed an estimated 22 million trees and that's increasing wildfire risk.

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State Releasing Latest Water Figures, Discussing Penalties

October 30, 2015

(AP) - The State Water Resources Control Board is poised to reveal what enforcement methods it is taking to ensure people continue to reduce their monthly water use by 25 percent during California's relentless drought.

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San Joaquin County Restricts Wood Burning

October 30, 2015 | Rich Ibarra

Restrictions on the use of wood burning stoves and fireplaces begin this Sunday in the San Joaquin Valley. The "Check Before You Burn" program will run through February.

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Opponents Expect 30,000 Comments Against Delta Tunnel Plan

October 29, 2015 | Ben Bradford

The public comment period ends this week for California’s controversial Delta Bay Tunnels project. It’s the last chance for opponents of the measure to formally register their opposition.

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Snow A Welcome Sign At Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski Area

October 29, 2015 | Ed Joyce

Sierra-at-Tahoe, on the south shore of Lake Tahoe in Twin Bridges, has received some snow. After four years of drought, Lake Tahoe ski resorts hope it's a sign of a good season to come.

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Dry Times Continue In California, Nevada

October 29, 2015 | Ed Joyce

The recent rain has not changed the percentage of drought in California or Nevada according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor update.

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State Government

Officials Warn Californians To Buy Flood Insurance

October 28, 2015 | Ben Bradford

While Californians hope El Niño will bring some relief from the drought this winter, it may also cause major flooding.

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Drought Takes Toll On Winter-Run Chinook Salmon

October 28, 2015 | Ed Joyce

Another year brings a die-off of endangered winter-run Chinook salmon in northern California.

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EPA Funds California, Nevada Native Tribe Water Projects

October 27, 2015 | Ed Joyce

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is providing more than $30 million to California and Nevada native tribes for water quality and environmental restoration projects.

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