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California’s State Parks system must be overhauled and modernized, says a new report from the independent Parks Forward Commission. For example, Parks should partner with an outside non-profit organization to raise money and coordinate volunteers.

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Snowpack In California "Dismally Meager"

January 29, 2015 | Amy Quinton

The California Department of Water Resources says the state’s snowpack is “dismally meager.” A lack of snow in the Sierra is keeping rivers low and drying up some reservoirs.

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Drought Expands In California, Nevada With Dry January

January 29, 2015 | Ed Joyce

The dry January has expanded the severity of drought in California and Nevada.

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California Drought: Cash For Grass In Roseville

January 28, 2015 | Ed Joyce

The City of Roseville is yanking grass and replacing it with drought-resistant landscaping to conserve water. Roseville also offers homeowners a 'Cash For Grass' rebate program.

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Rare Sierra Nevada Red Fox Sighted In Yosemite National Park

January 28, 2015 | Ed Joyce

Yosemite National Park officials said Wednesday that a rare red fox was seen by park biologists.

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Wildlife Agencies See Collapse of 2014 Winter Run Salmon

January 27, 2015 | Amy Quinton

California and federal wildlife agencies say the entire winter-run of naturally-spawning Chinook salmon may have collapsed in 2014. The agencies will begin releasing triple the number of hatchery-raised juveniles next week.

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