Abstract. Reductions in insect biodiversity are widely documented and result from numerous pressures that operate from local to global scales. Identifying

In Elk Grove there was a showdown between local startup businesses pitching their ideas for a big payout. Marlee Ginter reports.

In its fifth year, Pitch Elk Grove had a record 106 applicants, which was narrowed to 17 semifinalists in July and now 10 finalists.