Is “Emergency” the Right Way to Frame Southern California’s Water Shortage?
When climate change shows water availability in Southern CA is only getting worse, is calling it an “emergency” giving false hope of an end?
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An Effort to Protect California’s Frontline Communities from Environmental Health Risks
More than seven million Californians live within a mile of an oil or gas well, which studies show can create silent health hazards. Now, there are efforts to put more distance between people and pollutants. NewsHour Weekend Special Correspondent Tom…
A Dilemma for California Legislators: Preserve Public Beaches or Protect Coastal Homes
Officials are building barriers to protect homes from rising seas, but the barriers are hastening erosion.
Does Orange County, California Actually Need That $350 Million Desalination Plant?
Experts say there are better ways of coping with the ongoing drought.