Undocumented people are among most vulnerable to climate-fueled disasters
Many undocumented people are not eligible for federal financial disaster aid and several remain fearful even when help is offered.
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College students get emotional about climate change. Some are finding help in class
A recent survey finds that more than half of young people aged 16-25 are highly worried about climate change. Some universities are now trying to help them navigate those emotions in class.
Pilot Mountain State Park's Bean Shoals set to reopen in the spring
Crews are busy at work installing bottomless culvert bridges and widening roads to ensure safer access to Pilot Mountain State Park's Bean Shoals. The project is slated to conclude in the spring of 2025.
Watch: Satellite video shows world's biggest iceberg, A23a, break free
About the size of Rhode Island, the iceberg known as A23a got stuck in an ocean vortex this summer, spinning in place for months. Now, it's free, and heading back into open Antarctic waters.
Climate-warming gas leaks must be fixed by utilities in a new proposed rule
Natural gas utilities likely will face stricter federal regulations for their climate-warming methane emissions. Among the biggest sources of leaks is the meter outside a gas customer's home.
Do dogs need sweaters?
It's December, so depending on where you live, you may be seeing a lot more dogs in sweaters. But do they really need them? Morning Edition investigates.
Officials declared 'murder hornets' to be eradicated in the U.S.
The invasive insects known as "murder hornets" have been declared eradicated by Washington state wildlife officials, five years after they were first spotted in the United States.
Outer Banks community volunteers aid in sea turtle rescue
A community effort on the Outer Banks has resulted in the rescue of over 550 cold-stunned sea turtles.
Biden set an ambitious new climate goal. Will it still matter under Trump?
The Biden administration set a new climate goal for the U.S. The White House argues states, cities and corporations will continue the work, even as Trump plans to exit the Paris climate agreement.
Montana Supreme Court backs youth plaintiffs in groundbreaking climate trial
Montana's supreme court finds that the state's failure to address climate change violates kids' right to a clean and healthful environment.