Big Polluters Get Help From The State, Renewing Doubts About California’s Climate GoalsDecember 15, 2018The cap-and-trade system for cutting greenhouse gases is in danger of not delivering the state’s required emissions reductions.
EnvironmentWater Regulators Rescind $1.5M Fine Against Tomato CompanyMarch 15, 2017State water regulators have rescinded a $1.5 million fine levied against one of California's top tomato processing companies they said was polluting groundwater.
Nevada Settles EPA Stormwater ComplaintJuly 13, 2016 | Steve MilneThe state of Nevada will pay $120,000 to settle a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency complaint about storm water runoff pollution in Reno. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Caltrans: One In Five Motorists Intentionally LitterJune 16, 2016 | Steve MilneA new survey reveals some surprising driver behaviors about pollution. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCaltrans Asks Drivers To Help Keep Pollutants Out Of Storm DrainsMarch 3, 2016 | Bob MoffittCaltrans is asking Californians to do a better job keeping metals and petroleum products off roads and out of storm drains. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Regulators Reject VW Recall PlanJanuary 12, 2016 | Ben BradfordThe cars emit up to 40 times the federal limit for nitrogen oxide, but contain software that allows them to pass emissions tests.
EnvironmentCentral Valley Schools Tackle Air PollutionDecember 7, 2015 | Rich IbarraSchools in California's Central Valley are taking part in a program that teaches kids ways to deal with, and even reduce, air pollution. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentSan Joaquin County Restricts Wood BurningOctober 30, 2015 | Rich IbarraRestrictions 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. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentAnglers Oppose Proposed Restrictions On Fishing GearOctober 12, 2015 | Rich IbarraThe California Department of Toxic Substances Control is considering a rule change that could ban some types of metal fishing gear. Fishermen are launching a petition against possible changes. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentVolunteers Collect 70 Tons Of Trash in Sierra Nevada, Sacramento Cleanup Day EventsSeptember 19, 2015 | Ed JoyceTwo California Coastal Cleanup Day events Saturday in northern California collected more than 70 tons of trash and recyclables.
