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With the Christmas holidays wrapping up, some people may be wondering what to do with their tree. Here are some options in Sacramento and Yolo counties.

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Legacy Of A Clean-Air Czar: Clearer Skies, Bold Alliances And Bitter Controversy

December 24, 2020

Mary Nichols has been pivotal in California’s war on smog. But as her tenure ends next week, activists say she didn’t do enough to protect low-income communities and they scuttled her candidacy for Biden’s top environmental post.

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The Vibe Of It All: Turning Stockton Into 'An Oasis Of Joy'

December 19, 2020 | Ezra David Romero

On the edge of California’s vast Delta region, activists in Stockton are tackling climate change. They know it starts with listening to people and investing in the most vulnerable communities.

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An Economy Dominated By Tourism, Tahoe Region Still Feeling Impact From First Stay-At-Home Order

December 18, 2020 | Ezra David Romero

With more than 60% of its economy dependent on tourism, the Tahoe region is struggling economically. A new report shows more than 120,000 people in the region lost their jobs at the start of the pandemic.

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After Drought And Wildfires, California’s Giant Sequoias Face A New Enemy: Bark Beetles

December 10, 2020 | Ezra David Romero

A few years ago drought threatened Giant Sequoias, but the trees mostly won. This year wildfire killed hundreds of the ancient trees, and now a new threat is here: bark beetles that like weak, big trees.

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Much Of California’s Water Wells Are Contaminated With Chromium-6. Could A Costly Fix Be Coming?

December 10, 2020 | Nina Sparling

Thousands of drinking water wells in California are contaminated with a dangerous chemical called chromium-6. It’s a problem the state has been trying to solve for decades.

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As Stay-At-Home Orders Begin, Outdoor Experts Say Explore Your Neighborhood

December 8, 2020 | Ezra David Romero

With parts of the state already entering the second round of stay-at-home orders, health officials are encouraging people to get outside — but also to stay in their neighborhoods.

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Hunting And Fishing See A Resurgence In California During The Pandemic

December 3, 2020 | Ezra David Romero

There's been a spike in fishing and hunting license sales during the pandemic. The increase reverses a trend of declines spanning decades. Some are hunting for food while others just want to get outdoors.

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