Wildfire Smoke Health Tips: A mold and air quality expert urges Californians to check outdoor air readings daily and limit exposure indoors when pollution spikes, noting wildfire smoke can affect everything from breathing to long-term heart and cancer risk. Coastal Oil Fight: The California Coastal Commission rejected a Ventura-area fracking plan for Platform Gilda, citing spill risk, containment concerns, and aging infrastructure. Outdoor Wildlife Impacts: A mountain lion found injured in San Dimas was euthanized after severe injuries; officials pointed to vehicle strikes as a leading threat to wildlife in Los Angeles County. Marine Heat & Stingrays: El Niño–driven warming is pushing tropical species closer to shore, with Southern California lifeguards reporting record stingray stings. Air Quality & Community Cleanup: Boyle Heights residents are pressing for faster cleanup of a warehouse fire site after new county images showed rotting food, standing water, and pests, as the deadline to remove millions of pounds of waste nears. Public Health Recall: The FDA upgraded a salmonella egg recall to the highest risk level, with illnesses reported across multiple states including California. Wildlife Conservation Watch: Big Bear’s bald eagle Shadow has been spotted with a new banded nest companion days after Jackie’s death, fueling hope and questions about the habitat’s next chapter. Housing vs. Environment: A new analysis argues the federal Endangered Species Act can slow housing permits by restricting development impacts on listed species.