Plant a Tree, Save a Planet

California scientists have reported that planting trees may soak up enough carbon dioxide to help offset global warming. Source: Monterey County Herald via enn.com

11:39:39 AM    

Rules for Mad Cow prevention not followed.

PlanetArk is reporting that federal inspectors have said that U.S. slaughterhouses are not following guidelines set up to prevent potential Mad Cow diseased meats from entering the food supply. Brains and spinal cords from older cows are not permitted in the food chain. The American Meat Institute disputes the findings.

11:35:40 AM    

Lake Tahoe water temperature is increasing. As reported in this SFGate story, scientists are watching to see what impact an increase will have on both the blue color and clarity of the lake.  The trend of increased temperatures in water bodies has been noted worldwide.
11:28:42 AM    

Wintertime, another reason to live in California

For those travelling to the blizzard states, be sure to check on the road closures site by the Dept of Transportation. Source: CoolGov.com

11:21:47 AM    

 

Mixed feelings on this one. Privacy vs. Getting the Bad Guy. The advent of DNA testing, with the ability to get the right person, or at least not convict the wrong person, was enough to satisfy California voters to pass the initiative. Now other states, not already doing so, may follow.

Taking State's DNA Law to Rest of Nation. Having bankrolled the successful initiative drive empowering California law enforcement authorities to take DNA samples from all convicted felons and some arrestees, Newport Beach real estate developer Bruce ... [California - Topix.net]

11:12:30 AM