Two-thirds of glaciers could disappear by 2100, study finds
he study in Thursday’s journal Science examined all of the globe’s 215,000 land-based glaciers.
he study in Thursday’s journal Science examined all of the globe’s 215,000 land-based glaciers.
Health department refers Thanksgiving refinery release to D.A.'s office
There could be legal fallout stemming from the Thanksgiving weekend release of metal-laden dust at the Martinez Refining Company.
There could be legal fallout stemming from the Thanksgiving weekend release of metal-laden dust at the Martinez Refining Company.
Think those bags are recyclable? California says think again
Since California adopted the nation’s first ban on single-use plastic shopping bags in 2014, most grocery stores have turned to thicker, reusable plastic bags that are supposed to be recyclable.
Since California adopted the nation’s first ban on single-use plastic shopping bags in 2014, most grocery stores have turned to thicker, reusable plastic bags that are supposed to be recyclable.
Christmas tree pickup, recycling tips for after the holidays
Recycling options vary among communities but here are some general tips on how to get rid of your real tree.
Recycling options vary among communities but here are some general tips on how to get rid of your real tree.
Is Christmas wrapping paper recyclable? Tips for leftover holiday packaging
With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, some may be left wondering how to dispose of all the remnants.
With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, some may be left wondering how to dispose of all the remnants.
Polar bears near 'Polar Bear Capital' dying at alarming rate, new survey found
Females and bear cubs are having an especially hard time surviving, the study found.
Females and bear cubs are having an especially hard time surviving, the study found.
Spare the Air alerts banning wood burning issued through Christmas
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is issuing Spare the Air alerts that will last through Christmas Day, banning the burning of wood or other solid fuel because of excessive pollution in the region.
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is issuing Spare the Air alerts that will last through Christmas Day, banning the burning of wood or other solid fuel because of excessive pollution in the region.
Iconic Berlin Christmas tree decapitated by climate activists
The climate activists used a hydraulic lift and a hand saw to cut 6 feet off the top of the tree and hang up a banner stating: “This is only the tip of the Christmas tree.”
The climate activists used a hydraulic lift and a hand saw to cut 6 feet off the top of the tree and hang up a banner stating: “This is only the tip of the Christmas tree.”
Work progressing on Anderson Dam retrofit
Rarely is great grazing land for cattle found in a spot like the bottom of a reservoir…
Rarely is great grazing land for cattle found in a spot like the bottom of a reservoir…
Contra Costa County calls for independent investigation of Martinez Refinery chemical release
Health officials in Contra Costa County on Wednesday notified Martinez Refinery Company that last month's hazardous materials release will be recommended for an independent investigation.
Health officials in Contra Costa County on Wednesday notified Martinez Refinery Company that last month's hazardous materials release will be recommended for an independent investigation.
Twitter suspends account that tracked Elon Musk's private jet
“He said this is free speech and he’s doing the opposite,” the 20-year-old college student who started the flight-tracking account said.
“He said this is free speech and he’s doing the opposite,” the 20-year-old college student who started the flight-tracking account said.
Breathtaking real estate on San Mateo County coast to become park
A breathtaking section of real estate along the San Mateo County coast that had been scheduled to become luxury homes will soon be available for the general public to enjoy.
A breathtaking section of real estate along the San Mateo County coast that had been scheduled to become luxury homes will soon be available for the general public to enjoy.
Company that operates T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods ordered to pay over $2M for unlawful disposal of waste
The Massachusetts-based company that operates T. J. Maxx, Marshalls and HomeGoods was ordered to pay over $2 million in a stipulated judgment for the unlawful disposal of hazardous waste, the Alameda County District Attorney's Office announced on Tuesday.
The Massachusetts-based company that operates T. J. Maxx, Marshalls and HomeGoods was ordered to pay over $2 million in a stipulated judgment for the unlawful disposal of hazardous waste, the Alameda County District Attorney's Office announced on Tuesday.
Fusion ignition at Livermore lab advances clean energy solution
A nuclear fusion ignition at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is considered a scientific breakthrough that could lead to a clean, renewable, never-ending form of energy.
A nuclear fusion ignition at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is considered a scientific breakthrough that could lead to a clean, renewable, never-ending form of energy.
Tribe searches for remains at California construction site
A Native American tribe in Northern California is racing toward a Friday deadline to conclude its search for human remains and cultural artifacts on what was once a tribal village site but will soon be home to a shared-use path and parking area.
A Native American tribe in Northern California is racing toward a Friday deadline to conclude its search for human remains and cultural artifacts on what was once a tribal village site but will soon be home to a shared-use path and parking area.
6.0-magnitude earthquake shakes southern Mexico
A strong 6.0-magnitude earthquake shook southern Mexico Sunday morning.
A strong 6.0-magnitude earthquake shook southern Mexico Sunday morning.
Doctors remove lung from dog that nearly died after inhaling fungus found in soil
An Illinois family nearly lost their 3-year-old black lab after he likely inhaled a fungus living in soil around his home.
An Illinois family nearly lost their 3-year-old black lab after he likely inhaled a fungus living in soil around his home.
Mauna Loa lava no longer imminent threat to Hawaii highway
Lava from the world’s largest volcano is no longer an imminent threat to the main highway across the Big Island of Hawaii, scientists said Thursday, a development that was a welcome reprieve for motorists who depend on the road.
Lava from the world’s largest volcano is no longer an imminent threat to the main highway across the Big Island of Hawaii, scientists said Thursday, a development that was a welcome reprieve for motorists who depend on the road.
Historic Klamath River restoration project lauded by tribal, state and federal leaders
Tribal, state and federal officials applauded a demolition plan of four dams along the Klamath River, in what is the largest river restoration project in U.S. history.
Tribal, state and federal officials applauded a demolition plan of four dams along the Klamath River, in what is the largest river restoration project in U.S. history.
Lava from Mauna Loa volcano could threaten Hawaii road
Last week, officials said the earliest the lava could hit the road was one week.
Last week, officials said the earliest the lava could hit the road was one week.