Intentional Blackouts In Northern California Continue
The intentional blackout in northern California is now in its third day. The longer it lasts, the harder it is for residents, businesses, and governments to cope.
Environment
EPA Proposes New Regulations For Lead In Drinking Water
The new proposal is being criticized for not proactively replacing lead service lines across the nation. It also keeps the same threshold for lead in drinking water that the U.S. currently has.
Border Wall Construction In Arizona Bulldozes Cactus Columns
President Trump's border wall is going up between Arizona and Mexico, and it's generating controversy because of its proximity to the Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument and Native Americans lands.
California Bans Popular Pesticide Linked To Brain Damage In Children
State environmental regulators call chlorpyrifos "a toxic air contaminant" that is a health threat when inhaled or exposed to skin.
California Utility PG&E Implements Blackouts To Try And Prevent Wildfires
The California utility PG&E has begun implementing blackouts in parts of the state. The hope is to prevent wildfires caused by power company equipment during a period of hot, dry weather.
How A Proposal To Reduce Flood Risk In Ellicott City Nearly Destroyed The Community
Climate change is causing more rain and flooding in towns across America. We go back to a town where a proposal to tear down historic buildings to reduce flood risk nearly destroyed the community.
Sweeping Study Raises Questions About Who Benefits From Buyouts Of Flood-Prone Homes
Scientists have released the most detailed look yet at where and how the U.S. government helps residents retreat from flood-prone areas. Climate change is making such questions more urgent.
How Climate Change And Flash Flooding Is Affecting Communities Across The Country
Climate change is driving deadly flash flooding across America. In one Maryland town, back-to-back flooding has forced residents to make huge decisions about how their community will adapt.
How Electric Cars Will Change Driving And The Economy
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with E&E News reporter David Ferris, who's part of a team traveling the country in electric cars to learn how the vehicles will change driving as well as the economy.
1A Across America: Renewable Energy And Resistance
The push for renewable energy is dividing some communities in parts of the country where wind energy has major potential.