Los Angeles Times

California Joshua tree is not threatened, regulators say. It could bring more development

JOSHUA TREE, Calif. — State biologists on Wednesday recommended against designating the western Joshua tree as threatened with extinction, saying claims in a petition filed by environmentalists about ...
The San Bernardino Sun

California lawmakers grant new protections for Mojave Desert’s iconic Joshua trees

The Mojave Desert’s iconic western Joshua trees are expected to get new protections under California law. But not everyone is happy about it. Built into Assembly Bill 122 and its counterpart, Senate ...
Santa Rosa Press Democrat

California protects its Joshua trees. A new bill could allow more to be cut down for development

An estimated 4 to 11 million Joshua trees grow across Southern California. Stay up-to-date with free briefings on topics that matter to all Californians. Subscribe to CalMatters today for nonprofit ...
SFGate

California bill could make it easier for large developers to ax iconic trees

A bill working its way through the California legislature would make it less burdensome for commercial and industrial developers to cut down Joshua trees, one of the state’s most iconic plants.
Victorville Daily Press

California protects its Joshua trees. A new bill could allow more to be cut down

Democratic Assemblymember Juan Carrillo has mixed feelings about the Joshua trees that are scattered across his sprawling Southern California desert district. “The Joshua tree is an iconic symbol of ...