Global Filmmakers and Environmentalists Flock to Nevada City for Spectacular 23rd Wild & Scenic Film Festival

Nevada City, CA – The 23rd annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival, hosted by the South Yuba River Citizens League (SYRCL), concluded this past Monday, after a vibrant five-day showcase filled with environmental and adventure films. The event simultaneously served as a fundraiser for SYRCL and brought together almost a hundred filmmakers along with thousands of visitors from around the globe in the scenic locales of Nevada City and Grass Valley, California. The festival kicked off on February 13 and, over the subsequent days, presented an impressive lineup featuring over 100 films with 14 world … Read more

Wild & Scenic Film Festival 2025 Concludes with Awards Ceremony Celebrating Global Environmental Storytelling

Nevada City, CA – The South Yuba River Citizens League recently concluded its 23rd annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival, a prominent event dedicated to environmental and adventure cinema. The festival, which ran over five days in Nevada City and Grass Valley, drew an international crowd of attendees and showcased a wide range of films, including 14 world premieres and numerous U.S. and California premieres. This year’s festival not only offered a robust lineup of films but also included interactive workshops, expert panels, art exhibitions, and virtual reality experiences, making it a vibrant hub for … Read more

Jones Day Enhances Government Regulation Practice with Environmental Law Expert Elizabeth Wild in Sydney

Sydney, Australia — Jones Day, a leading global law firm, has recently enriched its Government Regulation Practice with the addition of Elizabeth Wild as a new partner. Operating out of the firm’s Sydney office, Wild brings with her a wealth of experience spanning three decades in environmental law, particularly in the areas of contaminated land management and remediation. Wild has developed a storied career by providing expert counsel in environmental disputes, including landmark cases concerning PFAS contamination issues. Her strategic advisement extends to the investigatory and remediation processes of contaminated lands, leading her clientele through … Read more

Wild Police Pursuit Ends in Hollywood Crash, Driver Faces Judge

MIAMI, Florida – A driver appeared before a judge after leading police on a high-speed pursuit that ended in a crash in Hollywood during rush hour. Jacqueline Marie Mason, 34, was in court on Saturday morning, where Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Carmen R. Cabarga set her bond at $8,000. Mason is facing charges of fleeing at a high speed and resisting an officer. The incident occurred on Friday when troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol attempted to stop Mason for reckless driving on Interstate 95 in Northwest Miami-Dade. However, she refused to stop and continued to … Read more