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On This Day in 1968, Redwood National Park Was Created in California

On This Day in 1968, Redwood National Park Was Created in California

The Redwood National and State Parks, located on the coast of northern California, represent a significant achievement in conservation, protecting ...

National park visitors first arrested for this crime in 2026

National park visitors first arrested for this crime in 2026

Park officials put out a statement saying that two parkgoers were caught and fined.

PG Funds $73 Million in Microgrid Projects to Enhance California's Grid Resilience

PG Funds $73 Million in Microgrid Projects to Enhance California's Grid Resilience

PG Funds $73 Million in Microgrid Projects to Enhance California's Grid Resilience

Joshua Tree National Park Manages Historical Mining Sites Amidst Conservation Efforts

Joshua Tree National Park Manages Historical Mining Sites Amidst Conservation Efforts

Joshua Tree National Park, located in the Mojave and Colorado deserts of southern California, is actively managing numerous historical mining sites within its boundaries. Prospectors established over 300 mines in the area, primarily seeking gold, with some silver and copper. While most claims were unprofitable, the Lost Horse Mine notably yielded approximately 10,000 ounces of gold before its ore vein was lost in 1905. Today, the mill and shafts of the Lost Horse Mine remain, though visitors are restricted from entering for safety. The Park Service has sealed many abandoned shafts with bat gates, cupolas, and fencing to prevent human injury while allowing bats continued access to the tunnels. This approach reflects a broader strategy by the Park Service to balance historical preservation with visitor safety and ecological considerations across various national parks that contain remnants of past mining operations.

Attorney says woman will plead not guilty in killing of son-in-law at California park

Attorney says woman will plead not guilty in killing of son-in-law at California park

The attorney for a Northern California woman charged with her husband in the killing of their son-in-law says she plans to plead not guilty

Governor Newsom Expands State Parks Access and Strengthens Conservation Efforts Amidst Federal Land Policy Concerns

Governor Newsom Expands State Parks Access and Strengthens Conservation Efforts Amidst Federal Land Policy Concerns

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation aimed at expanding access to California's state parks, advancing conservation goals, and protecting the state's coast and wildlife. This action comes as President Trump's administration reportedly targets public lands. Since 2022, California has conserved over 3.5 million acres of land and coastal waters, an area larger than Rhode Island and Delaware combined, putting the state on track to meet its 30x30 goal of conserving 30% of its lands and coastal waters by 2030. Key legislative measures include prohibiting the use of state infrastructure for new federal offshore oil and gas leases, establishing the California Wildlife Coexistence Act to mitigate human-wildlife conflicts, and making wildlife connectivity a routine part of highway planning. Additionally, the Governor has codified the 'Outdoors for All' initiative to ensure equitable access to outdoor spaces and made the State Parks Library Pass program permanent, allowing Californians to check out free state ...

Sierra Pacific Industries, a Major U.S. Lumber Producer, Employs 6,500 Crew Members and Offers Comprehensive Benefits

Sierra Pacific Industries, a Major U.S. Lumber Producer, Employs 6,500 Crew Members and Offers Comprehensive Benefits

Sierra Pacific Industries, a Major U.S. Lumber Producer, Employs 6,500 Crew Members and Offers Comprehensive Benefits

What you need to know about the new gun control laws Newsom signed

What you need to know about the new gun control laws Newsom signed

Over the weekend Gov. Gavin Newsom signed ten new gun safety bills into law, many aimed at strengthening gun safety protections.

Lam Research Opens Largest U.S. Automated Warehouse in California to Boost Semiconductor Supply Chain

Lam Research Opens Largest U.S. Automated Warehouse in California to Boost Semiconductor Supply Chain

Lam Research Opens Largest U.S. Automated Warehouse in California to Boost Semiconductor Supply Chain

In-N-Out Burger Forces California High School Football Team to Remove Viral Photo Shoot

In-N-Out Burger Forces California High School Football Team to Remove Viral Photo Shoot

In-N-Out Burger Forces California High School Football Team to Remove Viral Photo Shoot

6 everyday things that are surprisingly bad for the planet

6 everyday things that are surprisingly bad for the planet

Think you're making green choices? Some everyday items, from tea bags to streaming movies, have a surprisingly high environmental cost.

California Initiates Regulatory Process for Microplastics by Adding Them to Candidate Chemicals List

California Initiates Regulatory Process for Microplastics by Adding Them to Candidate Chemicals List

California is taking a significant step towards regulating microplastics by officially adding them to its Candidate Chemicals List, effective October 1. This action is a procedural prerequisite by the California Department of Toxic Substances Control before specific microplastic-containing products can be designated for regulation. While this listing does not immediately impose restrictions, it opens a crucial legal pathway to address microplastic pollution, which has been detected in various environments, including water, food, and human tissues. A recent paper co-authored by Stanford University scholars, published in Frontiers in Environmental Science, highlights California's decade-long efforts in microplastic regulation and offers insights for other jurisdictions. The paper emphasizes that microplastics can act as 'Trojan horses,' carrying thousands of other chemicals and polymers, including plasticizers like BPA, which have documented health effects.