Three of the survivors of last week’s deadly avalanche near Lake Tahoe were buried under the snow before being dug out by their fellow skiers in the moments…
Read more Report: Three of six Tahoe avalanche survivors buried in snow before rescueWASHINGTON — The Trump administration said Friday it backs a 10-year deadline for most cities and towns to replace their harmful lead pipes, giving notice that it will…
Read more Trump administration to stand by tough Biden-era mandates to replace lead pipesCRYSTAL RIVER, Fla. — Earlier this week, Florida Wildlife Corridor Day took place at the State Capitol. The main event was an exhibit provided by Save Crystal River, highlighting how…
Read more Florida Wildlife Corridor Day highlights projects helping Florida’s waterwaysEnvironmental advocates are sounding the alarm as a proposal to overturn a mining ban near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in northern Minnesota steps closer to reality.…
Read more U.S. Sen. Tina Smith rallying against vote to overturn Boundary Waters mining banA collapse in the Potomac Interceptor sewer line sent over 200 million gallons of waste water into the Potomac River, prompting recreation advisories while officials said the region’s drinking…
Read more What Potomac sewage spillage means for drinking waterSACRAMENTO — Gov. Gavin Newsom told world leaders Friday that President Trump’s retreat from efforts to combat climate change would decimate the U.S. automobile industry and surrender the future economic…
Read more Newsom tells world leaders Trump’s retreat on the environment will mean economic harmTARPON SPRINGS, Fla. — Down by the Sponge Docks, a noble project gets underway. What You Need To Know Two local Girl Scouts are leading a unique project to…
Read more Local Girl Scouts lead project to improve Tarpon Springs’ water qualityDUNNELLON, Fla. — Conservation leaders say lakes, rivers and the aquifer in Citrus County could be headed toward record low levels by this summer. What You Need To Know…
Read more Withlacoochee River could be headed toward record low water levels this summerLISBON, Feb 2 (Reuters) – Portugal is bracing for a new storm that authorities warn could trigger floods and further devastation, as the country still struggles with the…
Read more New Tempest Threatens Portugal, One Week After Storm KristinBy Sergio Goncalves and Miguel Pereira LISBON/LEIRIA, Feb 2 (Reuters) – Last week’s Storm Kristin left hundreds of homes in central Portugal without roofs, tens of thousands without…
Read more Portugal Counts Multi‑billion‑euro Damage After Storm Kristin Tears off RoofsHARDEE COUNTY, Fla. — With more people calling Florida their home comes increased development, but one state program is working to preserve agricultural land as growth continues. What You…
Read more Farm owner speaks on importance of conserving landWISCONSIN — As temperatures continue to plummet, it’s important to keep your pets warm, dry and safe. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals released…
Read more How to keep your pets safe during cold spellsRICHMOND — As half a billion dollars from Chevron start to flow into Richmond’s coffers, city leaders want to know exactly how residents would like to see that…
Read more How should Richmond spend its $550 million Chevron settlement? City leaders want to knowMANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Part of Manatee County’s long-term water plan calls for taking drinking water from the Peace River. It comes at a critical time, as the…
Read more Manatee County to take 5 million gallons of water a day from Peace River in 2036BRADENTON, Fla. — A cruise terminal proposal has generated pushback from Manatee County residents and raised concern from environmental groups. What You Need To Know A cruise terminal…
Read more Manatee County cruise port proposal faces oppositionSARASOTA COUNTY, Fla. — Crews were scheduled to start a renourishment project at Lido Beach on Monday, but rough weather forced a delay. What You Need To Know…
Read more Lido Beach renourishment project to begin SundayCONCEPCION, Chile, Jan 19 (Reuters) – Wildfires in Chile have left at least 19 people dead, authorities said on Monday, as the government carried out mass evacuations and…
Read more Chile Wildfires Leave 19 Dead Amid Extreme Heat as Scores EvacuatedMAPUTO, Jan 19 (Reuters) – Mozambique’s President Daniel Chapo has cancelled his trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos this week due to severe floods that have…
Read more Mozambique President Cancels Davos Trip Due to Severe FloodsPINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — The smallest owl in Florida is becoming more rare. Experts in Pinellas County said the Eastern Screech Owl’s population has been declining in the southeastern U.S.…
Read more People build nest boxes for declining owl populationGULFPORT, Fla. — The City of Gulfport launched its new environmental team Saturday. Its first mission is to take an inventory of the city’s trees after 2024’s storms. What…
Read more New Gulfport environmental team begins taking tree inventory