State approves whale-friendlier Dungeness fishing gear
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Limits on conventional crabbing for much of the Central Coast come into effect March 27.
Bay Area
Bird flu kills more elephant seals, other marine mammals at Año Nuevo State Park
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Outbreak spares most adult females.Around Town
Alameda County ‘Clean Water’ grants offer up to $6000 for community stewardship programs
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Grants toward preventing stormwater pollution and promoting the health of local watersheds.Environment
Solar panel reimbursements to remain low under California appeals court ruling
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Environmental groups may appeal to the state Supreme Court.Environment
Bay Area’s next 25 years: Remote work, sea level rise here to stay, planning forecast says
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New regional planning report calls for building more homes, reducing commute times and creating “vibrant downtowns.”Environment
Agreement concludes 12-year redevelopment battle over Strawberry seminary campus
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Marin County Planning Commission stunned by outcome as settlement ends a 12-year campaign by residents to stop or alter the development.Around Town
Nominate a Piedmont Heritage Tree by March 20
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Do you have a favorite tree in Piedmont’s parks and public spaces? Let the city know!Environment
Is California’s ski season deadlier than usual? Here’s why we don’t know
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The state doesn't track resort injuries or deaths.Environment
Who pays for AI’s power? California watchdog urges new data center rules
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The report lands at a critical moment as lawmakers in Sacramento prepare another round of proposals aimed at regulating the rapidly expanding industry.California
66% of normal: Sierra snowpack continues to lag historical average as winter winds down
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Only one month to go until the typical peak to the snow season -- meanwhile last month's storms haven't made up for a dry start to winter.animals
