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Jun 17, 2024 | 
laist.com | Rachel Becker
Several dozen dams throughout California could store up to 107 billion more gallons of water if they underwent repairs to fix safety problems. But facing a staggering state deficit, Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed cutting funding for a dam repair grant program in half this year, while state legislators want the $50 million restored. California has an aging network of nearly 1,540 dams — large and small, earthen and concrete — that help store vital water supplies.
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Apr 18, 2024 | 
laist.com | Rachel Becker
In an effort to protect more than 5 million Californians from a cancer-causing contaminant, state regulators Wednesday set a new standard that is expected to increase the cost of water for many people throughout the state. The State Water Resources Control Board unanimously approved the nation’s first drinking water standard for hexavalent chromium, which is found naturally in some California groundwater as well as water contaminated by industries.
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Apr 12, 2024 | 
sitkasentinel.com | Rachel Becker
20 YEARS AGO
April 2004
Photo caption: Grace Larson holds one of the Easter breads she baked for sale at the annual Rainy Day Bazaar Saturday at Centennial Hall. Hundreds turned out for the event, sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard Spouses and Women’s Association. 50 YEARS AGO
April 1974
All youngsters from walking age on up to age 12 are invited to an Easter egg hunt Sunday.
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Apr 10, 2024 | 
laist.com | Rachel Becker |John Osborn
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today unveiled the first nationwide limits on dangerous “forever chemicals” in drinking water, setting standards that will have sweeping, costly effects throughout California. Several thousand water systems around the country are expected to exceed the new limits for the chemicals, which have been linked to an array of diseases — including cancer and heart disease — and have contaminated people and animals worldwide, including newborns.
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Mar 26, 2024 | 
flipboard.com | Rachel Becker
Sleep1 day agoThe Unexpected Milk That Will Have You Drifting Off To Sleep In No Timehealthdigest.com - Jennifer Anandanayagam • 1dSometimes, the concept of drifting off to sleep seems like the stuff of fairytales, not real life.
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Mar 18, 2024 | 
laist.com | Emily Jones |Rachel Becker |Mandalit del Barco
This week: French films, Andre 3000, Alvin Ailey at the Music Center, an exploration of trans history, and more. Our picks:Andre 3000; Boyle Heights - Andre 3000 just sold-out a few nights in L.A. and is back for more, this time at the very cool Luna Luna art installation. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater; Downtown L.A. - The troupe’s latest repertoire features two programs that explore new work from the ensemble alongside signature pieces, including Ailey’s Revelations.
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Jan 15, 2024 | 
laist.com | Rachel Becker |Kenya Romero |Joshua Letona |Karin Kirk
Topline:Scientists say predicting the effects of climate change on avalanches is elusive: Many factors such as temperature, rain and winds are altered by the changing climate. Lower-elevation areas may see fewer avalanches, but uncertainties remain about higher elevations. Why it matters:Experts say understanding the effects on avalanches is tricky: Climate change is not just a matter of warming temperatures but also altered patterns in storms and snow cover.
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Jan 15, 2024 | 
laist.com | Kenya Romero |Joshua Letona |Karin Kirk |Rachel Becker
This week: Celebrate MLK Jr. Day by volunteering downtown, travel back in time with the Real Hollywood Tour, or learn how to sew at a workshop in Echo Park. Our picks:L.A. Works’ MLK 2024 Volunteer Festival - Participate in activities like creating blankets, job readiness packets, food packets and more to give to local nonprofits.
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Jan 15, 2024 | 
laist.com | Karin Kirk |Kenya Romero |Joshua Letona |Rachel Becker
Topline: It was easy to make the case for the low cost of electric vehicle charging way back in 2022, when gasoline prices were high and charging an EV was about 70% cheaper than filling up at the pump. But now that the price of gasoline is dipping below $3 per gallon, is it still cheaper to fill up a car on electrons rather than gasoline? The answer is yes — by a lot. Price breakdown: In most parts of the country, charging an EV is equivalent to a gasoline price of $1 to $2 per gallon.
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Jan 15, 2024 | 
laist.com | Kenya Romero |Joshua Letona |Karin Kirk |Rachel Becker
Today’s weather: Partly cloudyBeaches: 62Mountains/deserts: 50s-60s/59-71Inland: upper 60sWarnings and advisories: Air Quality AlertWhat to expect: Along the coast ,average temperatures will stay on the lower end of the 60s — the valleys and inland areas will see highs on the upper end of the 60s. A short warming trend is in store for this week.
