EnvironmentShould Coastal And Southern California Mountain Lions Be Listed As Endangered? Animal Activists Say Yes.June 26, 2019 | Ezra David RomeroMountain lions aren't listed as an endangered species in California, but environmental groups want to change. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Inches Closer To Banning Sale And Manufacture Of Single-Use PlasticsJune 26, 2019 | Ezra David RomeroCalifornia’s getting serious about reducing plastic pollution. If two state bills become law this legislative session, they could revolutionize how the state — and the nation — deals with plastic pollution. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentDespite Record Snow Melt, Toxic Algae Continues To Bloom In California Lakes And PondsJune 25, 2019 | Ezra David RomeroEvery summer, neon-green or white scum emerges on the surface of waterways across the state. It's harmful to humans — and can be deadly to pets. And officials say it's already limiting access to recreation spots. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentJump In Wildfires Means Smoke's Health Impact Will SpreadJune 25, 2019(AP) — Scientists say that more intense and frequent wildfires are churning out waves of smoke that will sweep across the U.S., affecting tens of millions of people and causing a spike in premature deaths.
EnvironmentTahoe Conservationists Distribute New Cigarette CanistersJune 23, 2019(AP) — The League to Save Lake Tahoe and the Tahoe Water Supplies Association have teamed up to start distributing 250 cigarette butt canisters around the lake this summer to protect the waters and reduce shoreline litter.
EnvironmentBaby California Condor Spotted Near Arizona-Utah LineJune 20, 2019(AP) — A baby California condor has been spotted near the Arizona-Utah line at Vermilion Cliffs National Monument.
EnvironmentCalifornia Looks To Clean Air Funds To Pay For Clean Drinking WaterJune 12, 2019 | Ezra David RomeroMore than a million Californians don't have access to clean drinking water. But a decision by the state Legislature Sunday to spend $130 million yearly could change that. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCal OES Director Talks About Fire, Floods And EarthquakesJune 12, 2019What does Cal OES do? How does it intersect with the various agencies when there’s a disaster? And what about disaster prevention and recovery? Populations who might need assistance or accommodation? Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCalifornia's Clean Drinking Water ProblemJune 12, 2019 | Kate GonzalesMore than 1 million Californians lack access to clean water, with regions like the San Joaquin County most impacted. A clean water advocate and UC Davis researcher share their experience on the subject. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentThis Weekend's Hot Weather Means High Fire Danger And Red Flag Warnings For Sacramento, San Joaquin ValleysJune 7, 2019The 2019 fire season is here, and the National Weather Service is issuing a "red flag" warning for this weekend in parts of the Sacramento and San Joaquin valleys.
