California Newsom declares state of emergency for 7 NorCal counties following February storms By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | July 31, 2025 The declaration covers Humboldt, Sonoma, Mendocino, Modoc, Napa, Shasta, and Trinity counties.
Bay Area Tsunami waves reach SF coast after massive quake off Russia By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | July 30, 2025 Tsunami activity in San Francisco was detected early Wednesday morning.
animals State’s mallard population takes off, growing nearly 50% in CDFW’s latest waterfowl count By Pete Young | Bay City News | July 28, 2025 It’s a good year for ducks.
Bay Area Bay Area elected officials call for NOAA investigation into rising whale deaths By Samantha Kennedy | Bay City News | July 27, 2025 Scientists this year have responded to at least 21 gray whale deaths in the region, the highest since 2000.
Environment Key player in California’s water wars embraces controversial pact By Rachel Becker | CalMatters | July 24, 2025 State officials say that they expect this approach will engender more cooperation and avoid lawsuits that could delay action.
Climate Changing the Game: Study quantifies global impact of local carbon-reduction efforts By Ruth Dusseault | Bay City News | July 22, 2025 Big results can happen when local communities become more energy independent.
Environment Air District, Alameda County DA sue Radius Recycling over 2023 West Oakland fire By Nicole Tingson | Bay City News | July 22, 2025 Radius Recycling was fined $575,000 in 2024 for startup violations but is now operating in compliance.
Bay Area Gray whale deaths in Bay Area hit 25-year high, raising alarm among scientists By Pete Young | Bay City News | July 21, 2025 The latest washed up July 7 in Richmond after a suspected vessel strike.
California Political winds shift for California renewable energy future, as new federal hurdles emerge By Alejandro Lazo | CalMatters | July 17, 2025 Projects can still be built without tax credits, but it puts more of a financial burden on their investors.
Environment Taylor Mountain trail expansion opens more of Sonoma County’s forests to hikers, bikers By Thomas Hughes | Bay City News | July 15, 2025 The new trails will give parkgoers a different experience on the land, which is more forested than the open space on the western side.