Dear EarthTalk: How did the Global Climate Action Summit coming up later this year in San Francisco come about and what do organizers hope to accomplish?
—Jamie Smith, San Jose,
In nearly every corner of Los Angeles, there are homeless encampments — collections of flimsy tents, usually within mere feet of a school, a park, a business, or someone’s home.
Welcome to the new reality, where a tiny storefront can house infinite spaces, activities, and adventures.
There’s no magic at the Gateway Virtual Reality Showroom. The simple storefront actually
Street Lighting Modernization Program
No work is planned for the week of February 26. Please contact Robert Zak, Civil Engineering Division, at (310) 458-2283 with any questions/concerns regarding this
Fruit For A Cause Turns Family Celebrations into Meals for the Hungry
Over a decade ago, Westside Food Bank board member and past President Bruce Rosen came up with a
Street Lighting Modernization Program
No work is planned for the week of February 19. Please contact Robert Zak, Civil Engineering Division, at (310) 458-2283 with any questions/concerns regarding this
Reaching retirement age? Here’s what you need to know
Every birthday deserves celebration, but some seem a little more special than others. Think of a baby’s first birthday.
Dear EarthTalk: I’ve heard that the chemicals we use to unclog backed-up drains are harmful to our health and the environment. Can you suggest safer alternative products or methods?
