Why mosquito season is getting worse
Mosquitoes aren't just annoying ― they pose serious health risks, even to people in the U.S. In fact, the CDC calls the mosquito the "world's deadliest animal." Here is why.
Supreme Court limits EPA's authority to regulate pollution from power plants
By a 6-3 vote, the Supreme Court said the Environmental Protection Agency does not have broad authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants that contribute to global warming.
World's biggest bacterium found in Caribbean mangrove swamp
Scientists have discovered the world’s largest bacterium in a Caribbean mangrove swamp.
Swarm of bugs picked up on Detroit, Cleveland weather radars
If you thought it was rain showers on the radar, think again!
Package peddler: UPS testing electric bikes for deliveries to help fight climate change
UPS officials say eQuads are part of a larger plan to achieve the company's goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.
Lake Mead: Drought-stricken reservoir near Vegas hits new lowest level since 1930s
The water level of Lake Mead, which was created in the 1930s with the completion of the Hoover Dam, continues to fall. It has dropped 180 feet since 1983.
From plastic to plant-based: New rule aims to protect national parks from pollution
The Department of Interior set a goal to eliminate single-use plastic products on public land by 2023.
Biden hosts international climate change meeting amid high gas price pressure
Friday's meeting comes as Biden has been focused on boosting fossil fuel production to reduce high gas prices.
Florida woman spots 'fire rainbow' in sky
Angela Capece of Coconut Creek captured the colorful creation in the sky and posted it to Facebook.
California debates listing western Joshua tree as threatened
California officials are weighing whether to list the iconic western Joshua tree as a threatened species, a designation that would make it harder to remove the trees for housing, solar or other development projects.
'Forever chemicals' linked to high blood pressure risk in middle-aged women, study finds
PFAS, called "forever chemicals" because they last so long in the environment, are used in thousands of everyday household items.
Temporary NYC aqueduct shutdown plan pushed back a year
New York City has spent nine years working to replace a leaking section of the Delaware Aqueduct.
Experts hope cloud seeding will help with Colorado's drought
Several Western states are dealing with droughts.
Carbon dioxide levels in atmosphere surpass key milestone
Climate scientists say it's "like watching a train barrel down the track towards you in slow motion. It’s terrifying."
California court rules a bumblebee is a fish under environmental law
The Appellate Court ruled a lower court 'erred when it reached a contrary conclusion.'
Mona Lisa attacked with cake by man disguised as older woman in wheelchair
The Mona Lisa cake attack left a conspicuous white creamy smear on the glass but the famous work by Leonardo da Vinci wasn't damaged.
Warnings for critical wildfire conditions issued across US Southwest
Red flag warnings of critical fire conditions were issued by the National Weather Service in eight states.
No cancer hazards found at NJ high school: Officials
New Jersey officials say there was no trace of radiological contaminants found around Colonia High School, following allegations that such hazards may have led to diagnoses of brain tumors and cancer in former students and staff.
As climate warms, Pennsylvania wines aim to give France a run for their money
Local weather patterns have become more favorable for wine production in the past several decades for the Keystone State.
Study finds greener cities could benefit human health, save thousands of lives
Researchers found that between 34,000-38,000 deaths could have been reduced if “greenness” increased in U.S. metropolitan areas.