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The California Report Magazine

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Controlled Burns Spark Controversy
Wildfire season kicked into high gear this past week in California. Major blazes burned, and continue to burn, all over the state. The Big Meadow Fire, burning in Yosemite National Park, was set intentionally by firefighters to thin out vegetation. When these 'prescribed fires' burn out of control, they raise big questions about the practice.

The Battle for Oceano Dunes
It's a classic controversy, and one often seen in California. Two different groups desire the same beautiful stretch of beach -- in this case on the Central Coast -- for two very different purposes. Off-road enthusiasts love it, but so do several threatened bird species. We take a walk and a ride through Oceano Dunes State Park.

Warming to a Nuclear Future
In California, nuclear power has long been a radioactive topic. But recent polls suggest Californians may finally be warming up to the idea -- and a new study suggests a clean energy future may not happen without it. What are the prospects for a nuclear revival in the Golden State?

Turning Points: John Myrow
For Turning Points, our series examining life changing decisions, host Rachael Myrow has the story of an adopted cousin who set out to find his birth mom -- and did.

Dancing for Their Lives
Studies show seniors who exercise and are social enjoy longer, healthier lives. Some seniors are accomplishing all three goals at the Downtown Oakland Senior Center -- with ballroom dancing.

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