The natural landscape of the American West is gradually disappearing under a relentless march of new subdivisions, roads, oil and gas production, agricultural operations and other human development, according to a detailed mapping study released Tuesday. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Study: Global warming has made weather better for most in US � but don’t get used to it
Since Americans first heard the term global warming in the 1970s, the weather has actually improved for most people living in the U.S. But it won’t always be that way, according to a new study. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Nurse suspected of killing 13 patients, most in their 80s
The victims all had surgery at state-run hospital in Italy Most of the patients suffered severe hemorrhaging during procedures The nurse was the only person present at all of the surgeries … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced’s state Assembly district among state’s most partisan
District 21 is sixth from the top of the list of fewest independent voters California has 80 state Assembly districts Coastal and Southern California districts have more independent voters … Click to Continue »
Read More »Most of Merced’s homeless originated from county, report says
About 80 percent lived in Merced County before becoming homeless About as many still think of county as home Many have family, friends and other ties to the county … Click to Continue »
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