UCSD study shows higher snowlines likely in California’s future
REGION — Even with record snowfall this winter in California, a study released today by researchers at UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography found...
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Living Green: Winter rain and snow highlights key water issues
Do the heavy rains and snowfall we have experienced mean we can relax about the way we use water? Unfortunately, no....
New California laws in 2023 that took effect Jan. 1
REGION — Hundreds of new laws passed in California for 2023 affect everything from protecting abortion and gender-affirming health care to legalizing jaywalking and banning...
Elias: More reasons to leave Texas off your wish list
There is now ample reason to believe the transplanted Californians did not land in the nirvana many expected to find....
Interview with Stephen Houlahan: 48th Congressional District candidate
ENCINITAS — Depending on who you ask, Stephen Houlahan is “that guy” in the 48th California Congressional District. Walking door-to-door with Houlahan, homeowners may recognize...
California energy experts warn of potential energy shortage, blackouts
REGION — California is preparing for a hot summer, which means the real possibility of energy scarcity, rate increases and blackouts. Earlier this month, a...
CA mask mandate ending for indoor schools March 11
REGION — California will lift its mask mandates for schools, which required students and staff to wear masks indoors, at 11:59 p.m. on March 11,...
Rooftop solar reform still a hot-button issue in California
REGION — The California Public Utilities Commission continues to deliberate rooftop solar reform, targeting the industry’s popular and controversial net energy metering program, resulting in...
Toyon trees spreading winter cheer
As winter spirit floats through the air the Toyon tree’s magical red fruit ripen on its reaching branches. If you look close enough as you...
Southwest states, California mountains still offer plenty of snow
Got snow? Yes, we certainly do. California and high-altitude destinations in the Southwest have plenty of the white stuff (as of this writing). And if...
