This article is part of The State of Science, a series featuring science stories from public radio stations across the United States. This story was inspired by an article by Kaleb Roedel for KUNR.

The Ventura City Council on Jan. 27 approved hundreds of millions worth of new spending for a wastewater treatment project.

Mining is a crucial industry in countries rich in resources, as it provides raw materials and income that contribute to economic growth. However, the modernization of mining operations and ...