L.A. River Restoration Gets Boost With New Data Resource
A nonprofit releases a new comprehensive aid to planning many aspects of complex restoration effort.
California’s Cap-and-Trade Program in Jeopardy?; Louisiana Bucks Prison Air Conditioning
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: No more renting second homes in Denver; Gardendale school ‘brands’ kids; and a big, dead gator in Lee County raises a stink.
By Curbing Roundups and ‘Gassing,’ States Seek to Help the Hated Rattlesnake
Some states are trying to give the venomous pit vipers better odds of survival.
Why State and Local Governments Should Care About Honeybee Swarms
It’s the season for honeybee swarms. Here’s what state and local governments say you should do if you spot one.
How Resilient Is Your City? This Index Will Tell You
“Every city is unique, and each faces specific challenges,” says Arup director Jo da Silva. “But, the factors that enable cities to deal with disruption are universal.”
California's Catastrophic, Drought-Driven Tree Deaths Threaten Wildfires This Summer
Bark beetles have killed more than 29 million trees among the Sierra Nevada mountains, putting the state's wildlife, water supply and air quality all at risk.
100 Resilient Cities Adds 37 New Member Municipalities
The global network helps cities hire chief resilience officers and access partner support for projects meant to prepare local governments for challenges like climate change.
Grazing Goats Get Government Work
Many cities and states have turned to a more environmentally friendly option for controlling the spread of invasive plants—goats. But they aren’t always effective.
Aggressive Bees Go On Rampage in Bay Area; Craft Brewing Won’t Save Alaska
Also in our State and Local Weekend Digest: Drunken Iowa beachgoers; mysterious Google Maps vehicle in Philly; and New York City toll evaders face Gov. Cuomo’s wrath.
California Proposal Would Shift More Control Over Water Conservation to Suppliers
The move comes as the state has experienced wetter weather than last year. But drought conditions remain.
State Wildlife Officers Stop Florida Man With Gator Parts Strewn All Over His Truck
The Sunshine State’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission recorded at least 154 alligator-related violations last year.
Los Angeles Faces Major Funding Challenges for Its Ambitious River Restoration
In order to create vibrant riverside communities, tax-increment financing may be needed to make the bold riparian vision a reality.
Green Projects in 8 Cities Receive $30,000 to $75,000 Matching Grants
The money comes through a program affiliated with a Florida-based nonprofit.
Aerial Survey Finds Underwater Grass Booming in Chesapeake Bay
The vegetation is an important measure of health in the nation’s largest estuary. Abundance is a good sign.
Flint-Inspired Senate Bill Provisions Would Finance State Water Infrastructure
The bipartisan legislation aims to help states with localities struggling to deal with contaminated drinking water.
Where Are the Cities With the Worst Air Quality in the U.S.?
A new report from the American Lung Association notes that while pollution has decreased in recent decades, millions of people are still breathing dirty air.
Frustrated by Federal Inaction, Some States Consider Carbon Taxes
The idea is to discourage the use of carbon fuel like coal and oil by making them more expensive.
Including Academia Crucial to Cross-Sector Collaboration on Durham’s Green Initiatives
Keep Durham Beautiful needed assistance managing volunteers and found it at Duke University.
The Money in Recycling Has Vanished; What Do States, Cities Do Now?
A drop in global commodity prices is forcing states and cities to re-examine their recycling programs and goals.
Colorado Methane Rule Held Up as Model for California, Nation
The oil and gas industry argues it’s ineffective and costly.
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