L.A. Times - Science

Can Silicon Valley solve California's mosquito problem? Google is seeking federal approval to unleash millions of bacteria-infected, non-biting mosquitoes in the Golden State.

A new dashboard makes public for the first time heat-related deaths and emergency room visits in near-real time.

A competitive contract isn't necessarily a bad thing, experts say. But the administration's anti-science record raises suspicion.

Facing higher premiums and the loss of federal subsidies, 374,000 Californians canceled their health insurance coverage in the first three months of the year.

Jose Manuel Perez trafficked reptiles worth more than $739,000 into the U.S. from Mexico and Hong Kong, using social media to make deals, according to federal officials.

Although many environmental experts praised the efforts of first responders, they remained skeptical that no toxic substances had been released.

Orange County fire official says a potential crack found on a pressurized chemical tank in Garden Grove might alleviated internal pressure, reducing risk of a catastrophic explosion.

In announcing its findings, the EPA cited federal lead standards only, and not California's more stringent thresholds.

Victor Glover, who grew up in the Inland Empire, is now the only pilot to have flown NASA's Orion capsule.

Brown pelicans and other coastal birds are appearing at rescue centers in droves as Pacific heat wave broils coastal waters

The 19 infections were linked to Kaiser's medical center in Santa Clara. Most of those who fell sick are recovering at home, Kaiser said in a statement last week.

The expanded number of teams at this year's men's World Cup will help make the games the worst for the climate in history, mainly because of massive air travel.