One million mosquitoes in Florida caught on Sanibel Island
The Lee County Mosquito Control District recently posted photos on its Facebook page of one million mosquitoes lumped into a pile.
State revamping water management system to keep up with climate change
The state is recreating is entire water management system in an attempt to catch up with water unreliability brought about by warming climate changes.
The price of fast fashion: How quick trends, 'throwaway culture' harm the planet
Fast fashion allows shoppers to hop on trends quickly and cheaply, with some never even wearing the same outfit twice. But experts say this convenience comes at a cost.
US sea levels will rise rapidly in the next 30 years, report warns
A federal report warns that America's coasts will be hit hard by ever faster sea level rise between now and the year 2050.
Plans for ferry service to Redwood City in the works
Ferry service may be coming to the Port of Redwood City with lines running to San Francisco and the East Bay. Officials say they're now making substantial progress on the project.
Megadrought: American West's dry spell worsens to levels not seen in over a millennia
The megadrought bedeviling the American West got even drier last year and is becoming the deepest dry spell in more than 1,200 years.
Koalas listed as endangered species in parts of Australia
Koalas inhabiting the states of New South Wales, Queensland and the Australian Capital Territory will be listed as endangered, according to the Australian Government.
Western monarchs rebound in California but still below historic population
The Western Monarch Thanksgiving Count revealed the highest number of butterflies in five years but it is still less than 5% of the 1980s population.
California lawmaker pushes for free school buses for public students
The bill would establish a state-funded program to ensure that every TK-12 public school student in California gets transportation to and from school each day
Containment of wildfire burning in Big Sur at 60%
Containment of the Colorado Fire burning in Big Sur edged up to 60 percent on Wednesday evening and fire officials said Thursday's weather conditions are expected to be favorable for fighting the blaze.
Los Angeles, several California cities ranked among nation’s dirtiest
Los Angeles found itself near the top of a list it probably does not want to be on.
Port of Oakland again at odds with neighbors
A proposed open air rock and gravel year near the Bay Bridge ports has raised concerns around pollution.
Gators contaminated by massive diesel spill get scrubbing, teeth cleaned
Wildlife rehabilitators are decontaminating dozens of alligators, scrubbing their hides and brushing their teeth with Dawn dish soap after a pipeline rupture dumped 300,000 gallons of diesel fuel into a Louisiana wetland. 78 gators have been rescued so far, but more than 100 animals have been found dead in the area.
Bay Area Tongans desperate for news from home after eruption, tsunami
Tongans in the Bay Area are desperate for news from the Pacific Ocean country after a devastating tsunami swept across the islands.
Historical tsunamis that have struck around the world
Tsunamis have devastated countries around the world, costing countless lives and leaving behind millions of dollars in damage.
Earth hits 6th hottest year on record in 2021, temperature reports say
Scientist say the hot year is part of a long-term warming trend that could accelerate.
Point Reyes cattle ranching plan targeted by conservation groups
Three environmental groups filed a lawsuit Monday alleging the new Point Reyes land management plan violates federal law.
San Francisco launches new recycling program making it easier to get cash for cans
San Francisco is launching a new mobile recycling program.
California enacts statewide law to keep food scraps out of landfills
Beginning this year, California has enacted a statewide law to keep food scraps out of landfills.
Help fight climate change through the King Tides Project
For those who are concerned about climate change, there are many ways to become part of the solution here in the Bay Area. One way is to participate in the King Tides Project - and opportunities are available on Sunday.