The wettest day in every state
We’ve all heard the saying “April showers bring May flowers,” but when do we see the biggest deluges and downpours? It’s not April. The warmer...
Dorothy Vaughan: NASA’s human computer
Dorothy Vaughan was one of the first African American women who helped pave the way for the United States in space research. Graduating as valedictorian...
5 will line up in night sky this week
NEW YORK (AP) — Keep an eye to the sky this week for a chance to see a planetary hangout. Five planets—Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Uranus and...
Weather makes maple syrup harvesting a sticky business
Thirty to fifty gallons of sap makes just one gallon of maple syrup, and the weather factors into when that sap is harvested and even...
the first American woman in space
When it comes to pioneers of space exploration, the conversation has to include Sally Ride. The physicist and southern California native was the first American...
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...
Prescribed burns: Fighting fire with fire
Have you ever heard the expression “fighting fire with fire?” In its most literal sense, it can describe the practice of igniting prescribed fires to...
Too hot or too cold: Which is really worse?
Some like it hot… others do not. Finding that Goldilocks temperature suitable to all is a constant up-and-down battle. Being too hot or too cold...
March storm brings wintry weather to the Northeast
A nor’easter bringing rain, snow and wind will affect the Northeast this week. Expect significant travel impacts late Monday through Wednesday as the storms track...
Your favorite milk might not be environmentally friendly
We all have our favorites when it comes to milk. Some like soy, some like almond and some like good old-fashioned cow’s milk. But is...