Waters Will Flood Part Of Colorado River, For Just A Few Weeks
Thanks to an agreement between the U.S. and Mexico, water is flowing to 35 million people in both countries along the Colorado River Delta. At least for now.
Environment
Concerns Linger For N.C. Residents After Coal Ash Spill
It has been nearly 2 months since a metal stormwater pipe ruptured near the Dan River. A federal criminal probe was launched into the relationship between Duke Energy and a state environmental agency.
Is The Latest Climate Report Too Much Of A Downer?
One researcher who participated in the latest U.N. report on climate change says the final product is simply too depressing. Others say the somber tone is justified — but that humans can also adapt.
Duke Energy Prepares to Clean Dan River
Duke Energy says it's ready to manage and dismantle its coal ash basins.
Researchers Detail How Climate Change Will Alter Our Lives
A United Nations panel has released a report from scientists who are getting a much better understanding of the effects of climate change.
Snow, Ice May Not Be Enough to Kill Off Ticks
The long, severe winter made a mess of the school calendar, brought down trees throughout the Triad and generally wreaked havoc all over the Piedmont. But will that winter weather at least have a bright side of keeping down the tick population?
Master Gardeners From Throughout NC Will Converge on Downtown Winston-Salem
Gardening experts and enthusiasts from throughout the state are getting ready for the annual North Carolina Extension Master Gardener Conference May. This year's event will be held at the Hawthorne Inn & Conference Center in Winston-Salem.
In Ranchers Vs. Weeds, Climate Change Gives Weeds An Edge
Invasive weeds are already a big headache for ranchers, who spend thousands of dollars to get rid of them. New research shows that a changing climate is likely to help many of these weeds thrive.
Carp(e) Diem: Kentucky Sends Invasive Fish To China
Asian carp are not just a problem for the Great Lakes region. Fish processors in Kentucky are finding novel ways to dispose of them — including sending them to China, where they are prized as food.
Earwax From Whales Keeps Record Of Ocean Contaminants
Layers of wax in the marine mammals' ears can be read like tree rings, scientists say, recording a whale's age and also information about pollutants in the water the whale swam through.