March 8, 2018 | Ezra David Romero
Using this new approach to calculate the snow’s water content also means improved forecasts for farms and cities, and even positive benefits for renewable-energy production. The program soon could go statewide — if it gets funded.
February 28, 2018 | Steve Milne
The snowiest storm to hit the foothills since 2011 — that's how the National Weather Service in Sacramento is describing this latest winter storm. Potential impacts include road closures and traffic delays.
April 11, 2017
State government reporter Ben Bradford shares his extensive research on the work local and regional governments around the world are doing to fight climate change.
February 4, 2016 | Ed Joyce
The U.S. Drought Monitor says, other than a slight reduction in exceptional drought in the northern Sierra, it needs more time to assess impacts of the recent moisture on California's long-term drought.
December 10, 2015 | Ed Joyce
Despite a return to a more typical fall storm pattern, the rain and snow has brought only minimal improvement to California's multiyear drought.
December 9, 2015 | Ed Joyce
A federal agency released plans Wednesday to manage the potential problems from El Niño in California, such as flooding and landslides.
November 10, 2015 | Ed Joyce
With many Sierra ski resorts opening early and the third storm system in as many weeks on the way to California, November is starting to look more "typical" after four years of drought.
July 31, 2015 | Ed Joyce
The weather forecast through the weekend includes thunderstorms and lightning for parts of northern California, which could spark new wildfires.
July 30, 2015 | Ed Joyce
Triple digit heat has many people staying cool inside. But outdoor workers don't have that option.
