Lauren Williams

Can exposure to the ocean change the bacteria in your gut?

August 23, 2018 at 12:00 a.m.

Cliff Kapono has walked many beaches of the world, searching.Often, the long-time surfer has looked for a great swell. He’s scanned waves off Morocco and Ireland; off Hawaii and Southern...

Quake warnings saved thousands in Mexico, but California lags behind

August 23, 2018 at 12:00 a.m.

When the Big One hits California — and seismologists say it’s not if, but when — there might not be blaring sirens or vibrating phones giving people a precious few...

California needs to address housing crisis to meet long-term climate change goals

August 23, 2018 at 12:00 a.m.

California’s economy grew robustly during the past decade even as state-imposed environmental standards to combat climate-change helped lower greenhouse gas emissions. But authors of a report released Tuesday cautioned that...

California is being invaded; what you can do to help

August 23, 2018 at 12:00 a.m.

Invasive species are non-native animals, microbes, diseases or plants that cause economic or environmental problems. They have the ability to significantly damage California crops and water systems.The biggest weapon in...

Crowds gather at Stinson Beach. - Marin Independent Journal

Assembly bill aims to help people get to beach

August 23, 2018 at 12:00 a.m.

SACRAMENTO >> California’s 1,100 miles of coastal beaches, many with soft sand and great waves and fun piers, are among the state’s greatest assets, destinations for locals and visitors alike.But...

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