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The Trump administration argues that rescinding the 2001 Roadless Rule will help wildland firefighters. Fire researchers warn that more roads could exacerbate the problem.
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Mayor Todd Gloria signed into law an update to the city's Climate Action Plan Wednesday. -
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The flood watch is in effect until Tuesday evening in the San Diego mountains and deserts. -
Research into Lake Cahuilla shows how Southern California’s Salton Basin went from dry land to a huge freshwater lake. -
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KPBS Midday EditionCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom has urged state lawmakers to make progress on climate change, though details remain unclear.
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