Christopher Flavelle

climate change reporter at the New York Times

Guest

climate change reporter at the New York Times

Christopher Flavelle on KCRW

In the 1980s, the Great Salt Lake spanned more than 3,000 square miles. Now it sits at less than 1,000 square miles. Its soil contains toxic chemicals, including arsenic.

Climate crisis: How the Great Salt Lake could poison Utah’s air

In the 1980s, the Great Salt Lake spanned more than 3,000 square miles. Now it sits at less than 1,000 square miles. Its soil contains toxic chemicals, including arsenic.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

President Trump says Puerto Rico was a disaster before Hurricane Maria hit the island almost a month ago.

In Puerto Rico, still no sense of relief

President Trump says Puerto Rico was a disaster before Hurricane Maria hit the island almost a month ago.

from To the Point

More from KCRW

How and where to get help if you’ve been impacted by California wildfires, from immediate support to navigating the long-term.

from KCRW Features

Trump’s latest ICE orders give Orange County officials the choice to either collaborate or distance themselves from federal immigration enforcement.

from KCRW Features

What can we expect from President-elect Trump’s inauguration? Will he squander the goodwill of the moment? Plus, KCRW takes pre-inauguration audience questions.

from Left, Right & Center

Donald Trump bashed DEI policies in response to a tragic plane crash. He’s bucked heads with LA’s mayor over the wildfires. Is now the time to focus on policy?

from Left, Right & Center

The American saber-rattling against China has been increasing almost as fast as China’s own development in the past few years.

from Scheer Intelligence

Are Trump and Biden setting a dangerous precedent through their use of pardons? Will Congress retake its power to check the White House?

from Left, Right & Center

The right says it’s pushing back on cancel culture. Are they just redefining it? Plus, the president banishes pennies and paper straws.

from Left, Right & Center

Which news headlines are worth the worry? If Democrats want to raise the alarms on Trump, they’ll have to communicate. Plus, KCRW takes listener questions.

from Left, Right & Center

Southern California saw its fire risk zones expand by 3.5 million acres in CalFire’s new hazard maps. Homeowners in those areas must now meet safety standards.

from KCRW Features