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San Diego's 'Bird Wizard' Retires After 50 Years at Natural History Museum

Phil Unitt, the museum's curator of birds and mammals, reflects on a lifetime of studying and preserving San Diego's winged creatures.

San Francisco man charged for repeat Waymo vandalism

Authorities changed Walker Reed Quinn with several incidents since July.

Enhanced Rock Weathering May Curb Global Warming

Researchers model adoption trajectories for carbon-sequestering technology with benefits for farmers

Enhanced Rock Weathering Could Remove Gigatons of Carbon by 2100

New study models adoption trajectories and potential impact of this carbon sequestration technology.

San Diego Sees Momentum on Tijuana River Cleanup

New treatment upgrades and cross-border agreements aim to curb decades of pollution, but long-term success will hinge on maintenance and follow-through.

Carlsbad Desalination Plant Marks 10 Years of Reliable Water Supply

The plant has become a critical asset for San Diego's water security amid ongoing drought concerns.

Shipping Container Greenhouse: Top Hydroponic Trends 2026

Explore how shipping container greenhouse and hydroponics are revolutionizing urban farming, enabling sustainable, efficient, fresh food production anywhere.

Science on Tap: 'Hot Globe'

Climate journalist and author Steve Chapple discusses climate, politics, and the current state of affairs

Settlement Reached Over Plastic Nurdle Spills from Trains Near San Diego Coast

BNSF Railway agrees to new inspection procedures and monitoring to prevent leaks of plastic pellets into the ocean.