Historic Cabins In Montana Destroyed By Wildfires
In Montana, the Howe Ridge Fire has burned nearly all the cabins at Kelly's Camp which is listed as a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places.
Environment
2018 Revealed Just How Ill-Prepared We Are For Climate Change
Somini Sengupta, international climate reporter for The New York Times, discusses the dire consequences of rising temperatures, such as drought, famine, disease, war and increased migration.
Florida's Gulf Coast Battles Deadly And Smelly Red Tide
A toxic algae bloom is killing fish, turtles and dolphins and discouraging tourists from visiting Florida's Gulf Coast. It's not the first such event, but it is especially intense.
Watch This Native Pollinator Build Her Bee-Jeweled Nest
Research shows that 400 female blue orchard bees are as effective at pollinating almonds as the more than 10,000 bees in a honeybee hive. But they reproduce slowly and are prone to wandering.
Al Gore Visits NC Communities To Talk Coal Ash And Other Environmental Issues
Former Vice President Al Gore was in Stokes County on Monday to raise awareness about several environmental issues.
In Parts Of California Blanketed With Wildfire Smoke, Breathing Is 'A Chore'
As fires continue to rage in California, smoke is causing health problems for some residents. Public health officials warn against breathing polluted air.
Are You Listening? Hear What Uninterrupted Silence Sounds Like
Inside the Hoh Rain Forest in Washington state, acoustics experts have attempted to preserve a location free of human-made noise. They call it One Square Inch of Silence.
NC Researchers To Begin Testing For Gen X, Other Potential Toxins In Water And Air
Beginning next month, a team of more than 20 university researchers from across the state will begin sampling municipal water and air samples for potentially toxic compounds. It's pa
From A Million Eggs, Putting Together Clues About Science's Past And Future
Egg collecting was once a popular pastime. Now, the pristine specimens in one collection are a key resource for research on a range of topics, from the climate change to changes in bird populations.
California Wildfires Set Off Political Fight Over Who Should Pay For Damage
One controversial topic is whether utilities should have to pay for damage their equipment causes — even if the companies followed state safety regulations and laws.