The Salton Sea, the largest lake in California by surface area, is shrinking at an alarming rate. A new study reveals that changes in water policies have accelerated its retreat, leaving behind a dry,

The dried lakebed is generating polluted dust from agricultural runoff, impacting nearby communities. A newly published study reveals that the Salton Sea, California’s largest lake by surface area, is

State officials have wrestled with the Salton Sea's deteriorating condition as its water becomes fouler and its footprint shrinks, exposing toxic dust that wafts through the region.

A new conservancy will oversee work to improve vegetation, water quality and natural habitat in the Salton Sea. Will nearly half a billion dollars in projects be enough?