October 6, 2009

Galapagos, R.I.P.

The unique wildlife of the Galapagos Islands was first described by Charles Darwin in 1845 but Darwin couldn't have forseen the rapid climate changes brought on by the industrial age. Rob Muir reports for Reuters

Duration: 2:09

Source: Galapagos in Peril Over Warming [Reuters]

October 5, 2009

Peerless Playcaller

After 60 years in the broadcast booth for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Vin Scully says he still gets goose bumps. In an interview with Jeffrey Brown, the hall of famer discusses his first big break, the thrill of baseball, and his "one on one" approach with the fans. PBS Newshour

Duration: 8:11

Source: Dodgers' Vin Scully 'One on One' From the Booth [PBS]

October 4, 2009

Sunday Scenic: Salmon Spawning Run at Tahoe

October brings a spectacular kokanee salmon spawning run to Taylor Creek in South Lake Tahoe. James Irwin reports for CBS5.com

Duration: 2:12

Source: Salmon Spawning Run at Lake Tahoe [CBS5.com]