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For California Assemblyman Eduardo Garcia, global warming conjured images of stricken polar bears on melting ice sheets, a problem with little relevance to his arid Inland Empire district. … Click to Continue »

Merced College officially adopted its temporary contract with the Merced Police Department this week, noting the college had to purchase all-new equipment and come to an understanding with the Los … Click to Continue »

When politicians talk of climate "uncertainty," they’re often casting doubt on things that are well understood: Warming is happening, and humans are responsible. … Click to Continue »

China will soon surpass the U.S. to become the world’s largest economy. And now it is poised to overtake this country by yet another metric: environmental protection. In an unexpected development, China – known for its choking urban pollution and notorious Three Gorges Dam – has introduced new dietary guidelines …

WASHINGTON-President Barack Obama and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took steps Tuesday toward a tougher alliance against climate change, though at a more tentative pace than White House aides might like as Obama seeks to secure a key legacy item before he leaves office. … Click to Continue »

The following editorial appeared in the Chicago Tribune on Friday, May 27: … Click to Continue »

South Florida’s shrinking reefs may be vanishing faster than expected. … Click to Continue »

Most of us recognize the value of science in dealing with complex problems that pose significant risks to public health and well-being. … Click to Continue »

Systemwide, schools saw 15 percent increase in offers to California high school seniors There were gains in Latino, African American offers UC Merced draws diverse campus and few nonresidents already … Click to Continue »

SAN DIEGO-As ocean warming continues to trigger widespread destruction of coral reefs, a decade-long study of remote islands in the Central Pacific suggests these biodiversity hotspots may be able to thrive despite the threats posed by an increasingly hotter planet. … Click to Continue »

Yosemite National Park Superintendent Don Neubacher announced today that the names of several buildings and facilities within the park will be renamed to eliminate potential trademark infringement issues with the current concessioner of Yosemite, DNC Parks & Resorts at Yosemite, Inc. (DNCY), a subsidiary of the Delaware North Companies. The …

For the first time ever, Barbie is able to kick off her heels and wear something comfortable. Mattel is launching a new version of Barbie with adjustable ankles, allowing her to wear heels or flats. The new version of the doll will be part of the company’s "Fashionista" Line." Those …

The Bass Lake community is already planning their 4th of July celebration, but another dry year and the high fire danger is causing them to change a tradition on the lake. Instead of a firework show, they’ll have a laser light show on the lake for the first time. Dry conditions …