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California coast braces for another battering as new El Niño-related wave emerges in Pacific5:00 Another El Niño-influenced phenomenon — a "coastally trapped Kelvin wave" — is moving up the coast of Mexico and will soon hit the U.S. West Coast. L.A. County probes Farmers Insurance Company's handling of wildfire claims2:52 Los Angeles County launched a probe into Farmers Insurance Company's handling of claims by policyholders impacted by last year's devastating Eaton and Palisades wildfires, after a growing number of residents complained of delays, denials and underpayments With support from loggers and (some) environmentalists, Congress unites on major wildfire bill14:00 Congress seems poised to pass the Fix Our Forests Act, which would expedite forest thinning work, test new firefighting tech and build up homes' wildfire armor. Becerra backers with business in Sacramento spend tens of millions boosting his gubernatorial bid14:00 Companies and special interest groups with some of the diciest issues expected to land on California's next governor's desk are among the top financial backers of Democrat Xavier Becerra, the gubernatorial front runner. 'The whole beach is gone': Big waves, flooding bring destruction to SoCal coast. It's a warning9.září Strong surf across Southern California this weekend blasted through a seawall in Long Beach, caused a massive sinkhole at a celebrity's Malibu home and damaged several Dana Point homes, among other issues. Trump administration tells California its key water plan is 'unworkable'9.září The Trump administration and Westlands Water District are objecting to California's water plan for the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta. What happened to L.A.'s 'perfect' Mediterranean weather? Humidity challenges a birthright9.září It's been hot in SoCal, but at least it's a dry heat. Wait. It's not dry — at all. Locals' favorite summertime cliche has been brutally terminated by the worst humidity we've ever seen. El Niño could bring waves of starving sea lion pups to California beaches. It's happened before8.září As El Niño and a marine heatwave threaten mass strandings along California beaches, the release of one rescued seal pup offers a window into the possible crisis. California water agencies may get a new defense in lawsuits over hydrants running dry in wildfires8.září A bill that would help California water agencies avoid being sued when hydrants run dry in wildfires is awaiting Gov. Gavin Newsom's signature. Intense heat, oppressive humidity approach as Tropical Storm Marie's dangerous surf lingers8.září Intense heat and high humidity will hit Southern California this week as dangerous high surf and coastal flooding from Tropical Storm Marie continue to linger. Rare sighting of endangered gray wolf in Lake County brings hope of California comeback6.září Wildlife officials say that people spotted the wolf in late August, and a biologist confirmed the animal has been in the California area. Global warming is ruining their way of life. These Colorado ranchers demand accountability5.září Colorado ranchers struggling with severe drought and heat have filed a friend-of-the-court brief in a climate case that soon will be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court. U.S. hits diesel fuel milestone as prices slam California economy from trucks to crops5.září Record-high diesel prices are squeezing California's economy, driving up fuel and operational costs for local farmers, trucking fleets and supply chains. Celebrate California Wildlife Day in honor of iconic Big Bear bald eagle Jackie4.září Admirers of Jackie the bald eagle, who became an internet sensation from her perch overlooking Big Bear Lake, will have yet another chance to celebrate the bird's legacy. |