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The Mercury News - Environment

CDC stops recommending COVID-19 shots for all, leaves decision to patients

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The Pickett Fire's destruction hid a quiet miracle in Napa County's hills

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How much rain did the Bay Area get this week? Here's where the most fell

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California man accused of decapitating sea lion says it's all lies

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Large fire erupts at Chevron refinery in Southern California

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Will new California law prevent gas price spikes?

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Bay Area cities and counties sue Trump administration over emergency and disaster preparedness funds

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Move over, green lawns. Drier, warmer climate boosts interest in low-water landscaping

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East Bay's $160 million desalination plant begins operation in bid to boost city water supply

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Water district drops plan to build largest new Bay Area reservoir since 1998

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New setbacks could be fatal for $2.7 billion plan to build major reservoir in Santa Clara County

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Why are so many deer attracted to Oakland Hills neighborhood?

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Map: See where California FAIR Plan seeks home insurance rate hikes

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Newsom calls on regulators for new solutions to California's insurance crisis

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Saratoga State of the City focuses on preparation, connection and protection

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CDC recommends patients consult a health care provider for Covid-19 vaccination

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Mini-meditations are a way to foster peace of mind at work

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31,000 nurses, hospital staff to strike against Kaiser

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Wish You Were Here: A 9-day National Parks tour with breathtaking views

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'How you know you're almost home': Iconic barn on Vasco Road taken down

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Here's how the government shutdown affects the Bay Area including parks, air travel

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Visit a national park for free on Saturday, Sept. 27

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Tiger kills trainer linked to 'Tiger King' Joe Exotic

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More advice on getting a too-smart cat to swallow a pill

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Fighter for the good': Santa Rosa boy and his family lead clash with City Hall to protect backyard beekeeping

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Sperm whales Kiwi and Guava spotted off California coast

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A Japanese viewing party for the full 'Blood Moon' in Oakland

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Fiery streak stuns Northern California sky. Was it a meteor — or space junk?

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Here's a guide to stargazing during the dog days of summer

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Lawrence Livermore National Lab enters a different kind of space race with a telescope deal

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Activist, astronaut shares her story at YWCA's Inspire Luncheon

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Space startup Apex raises $200 million, reaches unicorn status

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Mars micro-life news comes at pivotal time for California's Jet Propulsion Laboratory

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New findings by NASA Mars rover provide strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life

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