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Sand Hoppers Moved 310 Tons of Beach Sand Daily

Sand Hoppers Moved 310 Tons of Beach Sand Daily

Researchers found that sand hoppers shift massive amounts of sediment along California beaches every night.

Live Poll

Should local governments restrict beach grooming to protect native sand-dwelling species?


Geology

Live Poll

Do you feel adequately prepared for a potential major earthquake in your area?

Geology

California Tectonic Stress Reached Record Highs

New research shows seismic pressure in Southern California has surged to its highest level in a millennium.

California Tectonic Stress Reached Record Highs

Nuclear

Live Poll

Should states prioritize nuclear energy to meet long-term clean energy goals?

Nuclear

Newsom Signed Bills to Advance Nuclear Energy

The legislation mandates new planning for fusion energy and nuclear infrastructure to reach state climate goals.

Newsom Signed Bills to Advance Nuclear Energy

Energy

Live Poll

Should California prioritize lowering energy costs for households over incentivizing new renewable energy programs?

Energy

California Governor Signed Energy Bills, Vetoed Solar Act

Governor Gavin Newsom approved new grid-efficiency mandates while rejecting a community solar proposal.

California Governor Signed Energy Bills, Vetoed Solar Act

Life Sciences

Live Poll

Do you support using state bonds to fund scientific research programs in your area?

Life Sciences

Newsom Signed $7.5 Billion Research Bond Bill

The governor authorized a measure for the March 2028 ballot to fund state scientific and medical research.

Newsom Signed $7.5 Billion Research Bond Bill

Environmental

Environmental

California Scientists Removed Nonnative Trout From Lakes

State wildlife teams are clearing invasive fish from Klamath Mountains lakes to restore native frog and salamander habitats.


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