The definition of "energy independence" is evolving. Up to recently, it has meant the U.S. producing enough of our own oil so that we were not dependent
Dear EarthTalk: What are some tips for keeping my dogs and cats healthy?
— Kim Newfield, via e-mail
Believe it or not, our pets may be exposed to more harsh
One of the most hotly contested City Hall appointments in recent memory is the filling of an empty seat on the Planning Commission. The City Council will choose a new
OCEAN PARK — This past Wednesday, Santa Monica lost one of its most fabled prodigal daughters.
Gertrude "Gussie" Augusta Moran, a much beloved tennis star of the 1950s, who
As anyone who motors the increasingly crowded streets of Santa Monica can attest, traffic's a tad congested. (Which is like saying Shaq is a tad tall.) Whereas I
Since 2006, 26 million to 73 million sharks have been slaughtered annually, making for a total of nearly half a billion dead animals. That means as many as 90 percent
Yes it's a new year, but most of the experts are still talking about the same thing, Apple stock. Everyone is waiting for the earning announcement that is
Dear EarthTalk: I've heard that simply painting your roof white can reduce household electricity bills by 40 percent. Is this something any of us can do?
— Susan Pierson,
