ALERTCalifornia a new tool in natural disaster preparedness
States around the country are using new technology to mitigate natural disasters, from wildfires to flooding. California is expanding a camera and sensor network to...
Dust storms attributed to increase in crashes
Driving in stormy weather is hard enough, but driving during a dust storm or a haboob could be even more deadly. NOAA’s Air Resources Laboratory...
Hydrogen aviation could reduce our carbon footprint
One company in Southern California is on a mission to make hydrogen aviation a viable option to reduce carbon emissions in air travel and make...
Ellison Onizuka: First Asian American Astronaut
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Ellison Onizuka’s may not be the first name you think of when you hear about space exploration. But he forged...
Fighting toxic algae blooms with robots
Scientists at the University of Southern California’s Viterbi School of Engineering (USC Viterbi) are using robotics to spot toxic algae blooms. What You Need To...
How the Pacific Ocean regulates our climate
New research from earth scientists shows that the Pacific Ocean plays a significant role in our climate regulation, lowering greenhouse gases. What You Need To Know...
Katya Echazarreta: Sparking STEM for everyone
Katya “Kat” Echazarreta’s stardom is on the rise. She’s the first Mexican-born woman ever to fly into space. Kat is also using her platform to...
2 tornadoes cause damage across SoCal
Two tornadoes confirmed in Southern California this week. What You Need To Know Two tornadoes confirmed in SoCal A tornado damaged at least 11 buildings...
Electrifying future homes
A neighborhood in Southern California could set the standard for energy-efficient homes throughout the country. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) gave KB Home $6.65...
How weather and the seasons might affect your love life
Mother Nature, flowers and candy could be your recipe for finding a love for all seasons or Valentine’s Day. It is that time of the...