San Diego plans to replace hundreds of thousands of trash and recycling bins as it rolls out its first-ever trash pickup fee. Residents can now choose the trash bin size — and price point — that works best for their household.
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Imperial Beach Mayor Paloma Aguirre's address highlights urgent needs: tackling the cross-border sewage crisis, housing projects, homeless support and city improvements.
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The wild honeyguide responds to distinct calls from local honey foragers. Says one researcher: The bird basically seems to be saying, "Hey, I'm here and I know where there's some honey, so follow me."
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With a record number of oil, gas and coal representatives at this year's COP28 climate talks, climate scientists worry industry influence could water down language on fossil fuels.
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Highland Valley Christmas Tree Farm is one of the few places in San Diego where people can come to pick out their Christmas tree, have it cut down and take it home.
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Of the 177 environmental activists killed around the world last year, 60 were murdered in Colombia, says the advocacy group Global Witness. In most cases, no one is tried or convicted.
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The Imperial Irrigation District in California announced it will conserve 100,000 acre-feet of water in 2024, less than its initial water conservation goals.
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It's considered the world's most polluted megacity. The air is so bad that a new report estimates that on average each resident loses 12 years of life. Here's what they're doing about it.
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The oil industry has a huge voice in this year's climate talks. But what are oil companies actually saying? And why does it matter? We break down their pledges and statements into plain English.
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Water contact closures have been issued for Imperial Beach Shorelines, Silver Strand Shoreline, Coronado Shoreline and Tijuana Slough Shoreline.
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For decades, government scientists have toiled away trying to make nuclear fusion work. Will commercial companies sprint to the finish?
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