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EnvironmentAs climate change makes water warmer, toxic algae is killing fish and plants in lakes nationwide, including Lake Elsinore. New technology could save them.
Rare Palos Verdes blue butterfly gets lift from volunteers
AnimalsA breeding program and wildlife corridor are helping boost the population of the Palos Verdes blue butterfly, one of the rarest butterflies in the world.
Climate change forces 3rd gen fisherman to rethink this year
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Offshore wind: California doubles down on climate plan
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