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California Faces a Battle Over Coastal Rules

July 17, 2026

California is at the center of a heated clash between state environmental groups and federal officials who want to limit the power of the Coastal Commission. The commission, created 50 years ago, protects the state’s long shoreline and has become a target for those who think it slows business. Th

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New Jersey's water future: Why big tech hubs need careful planning

June 29, 2026

New Jersey relies heavily on clean water from places like the Highlands and Pinelands regions. These areas act like giant filters, cleaning rainwater that eventually becomes drinking water for millions. But now, large tech facilities that store and process digital data are popping up, and they need

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Climate Myths Debunked: What the IPCC Really Says

June 24, 2026

Cal Thomas has once again launched a criticism of scientists, media and politicians. He claims that the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has abandoned its most dramatic forecast, calling it “implausible. ” Thomas interprets this as evidence that the climate crisis is overblown. The IPCC

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Los Angeles plans to end oil drilling in neighborhoods

June 24, 2026

Los Angeles is moving toward banning oil drilling in residential areas, a decision years in the making. Many residents near drilling sites complain about constant noise, bad smells, heavy truck traffic, and health worries. During a recent meeting, activists protested under banners like "Wilmington w

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California's Plastic Law Faces Backlash from Other States

June 24, 2026

Seventeen U. S. states have taken legal action against California, challenging a recent law aimed at cutting down single-use plastic in packaging. The states argue that California is overstepping by trying to enforce rules that could affect the entire country. The law, which came into effect on May

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The Chesapeake Bay: What it's really saying, and why we're not listening

June 19, 2026

The Chesapeake Bay isn’t just a body of water—it’s a living system screaming for help. Yet for years, the message has been ignored or misinterpreted. Most people focus on warming waters as the main villain, but the bay’s real enemies are the invisible ones: excess nutrients and sediment pouring in f

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Power Needs a Plan: Why Maine Must Think Smart About Energy Storage

June 13, 2026

Maine's power system is facing a huge challenge. More people are using electric cars. Also, more homes are installing heat pumps. This means everyone needs way more electricity than before. To handle this growing demand, the state seriously needs bigger energy storage options. If Maine wants to use

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Forests Fading: Why Trees Keep Disappearing in Anne Arundel County

June 5, 2026

Back in 1609, when English settlers first arrived, the Chesapeake Bay area was almost entirely covered in forests. Over time, trees were cut down for farms and buildings, especially for growing tobacco. By the late 1800s, farming slowed down in some areas, letting forests grow back. But by 1950, ano

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California’s New Pesticide Rule Backfires: More 1, 3-D Used Even After Safety Limits

June 4, 2026

California officials claimed a January 2024 rule would lower cancer risk from the chemical 1, 3‑dichloropropane (1, 3‑D) by cutting the amount that reaches the air. Instead, data show growers applied a million more pounds last year than before the rule or in 2024. Kern and San Joaquin counties saw t

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Big Solar Takes Over New York – Who’s Really Watching?

May 28, 2026

New York’s push for rapid solar energy growth has left locals and wildlife in the dark—literally. A law passed in 2019, meant to fast-track renewable projects, skipped basic environmental checks. Developers were handed a blank permit to build giant solar farms wherever land was cheap, ignoring warni