Californians urged to report monarch butterfly sightings

The California State Parks Foundation is urging the public to help track western monarch butterflies during California Biodiversity Day, which runs from September 6-14.

EPA’s research and development office eliminated; thousands laid off

The Environmental Protection Agency said Friday it is eliminating its research and development arm and reducing agency staff by thousands of employees.

Watch: Doorbell camera captures glimpse of giant wall cloud

A powerful EF-3+ tornado struck the rural town of Enderlin, North Dakota, late Friday night, killing three people and causing significant damage.

Yosemite National Park to open all campgrounds for first time in 6 years

Officials noted that reservations are required at all campgrounds through October. They urged visitors to make reservations as soon as possible.

4 sea lion pups released off SoCal coast to mark end of toxic algae bloom

Officials at the Care Center confirmed that recent testing of ocean water showed no more signs of the domoic acid algae bloom, which had impacted marine life for 14 weeks.

Toyota to launch 2 US-made EVs in 2025, expand lineup to 7 by 2027

Toyota will begin building two all-electric vehicles in the U.S. next year, expanding to seven EV models by 2027. The automaker is also ramping up battery production in North Carolina to support its shift.

Val Verde residents say nearby toxic Chiquita Canyon landfill is making them sick

Residents living near the Chiquita Canyon landfill say they've had rashes, nosebleeds, nausea, respiratory issues and even cancer, and are blaming it on the facility.

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Val Verde residents who live next to the now-closed Chiquita Canyon landfill say the toxic fumes have made them sick. Many people who live in the community have been diagnosed with cancer.

Proposed battery storage site draws pushback
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Political leaders and residents in San Juan Capistrano oppose a proposed battery energy storage facility due to public safety concerns.

VIDEO: Massive Ventura sinkhole swallows cars

Wild video shows the moment a sinkhole broke out near a Ventura construction site and swallowed multiple cars.

Chiquita Canyon landfill has 90 acres of trash burning, state officials say

The landfill stopped receiving trash in January. LA County is seeking a court order to force the landfill to help relocate nearby residents.

California's ban on new gas-powered cars blocked by Senate

The Senate has blocked California's plan to phase out the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles, triggering a legal battle that could impact the electric car market in the U.S.

California bill could slash rooftop solar credits

More than two million homeowners and businesses in California have rooftop solar panels. A new bill being considered in Sacramento could significantly reduce the credits they receive for the solar energy they generate.

Michigan nuclear plant set to restart; first for U.S.

The Palisades Nuclear Plant in Michigan is one step closer to restarting as President Trump forges ahead to thaw American energy sources.

These US cities have the worst air quality this year

More than 156 million Americans live among unhealthy levels of air pollution, an annual report from the American Lung Association found.