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KPBS Midday EditionSan Diego Coastkeeper is criticizing the San Diego County Water Authority's decision to eliminate mandatory water conservation targets. -
Water conservation efforts will be voluntary with the switch from a Level Two Drought Alert response to a Level One Drought Watch, though city officials will continue to urge efficient use. -
The 250-pound turtle is rehabilitating at SeaWorld’s animal rescue center after being found dehydrated Wednesday in the southern part of San Diego Bay. -
Nearly all of the two dozen local water agencies in San Diego County posted large reductions in use compared to the same month in 2013, which the state uses as a benchmark. -
While the level of statewide drought has been improving, La Niña predictions suggest California could be in for even more dryness later this year. -
KPBS Midday EditionAs the National Park Service celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, officials are warning that climate change's impacts are threatening the future of national parks across the country. -
It's the most the state has ever given to California's largest and most troubled lake -
The water authority cited increasing expenses for imported water and the need to pass on higher costs for water from the desalination plant in Carlsbad. -
The City Council's environment committee on Thursday gave tentative approval to a proposal to ratchet back water use restrictions, following reports of ample local supply.
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KPBS Midday EditionNew groundwater management laws mean Californians no longer have unfettered use of underground water. State law will require the creation of local agencies with sweeping powers to meter wells, tax and penalize anyone who overuses groundwater.
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