New Report Predicts Rising Tides, More Flooding
The report, obtained by NPR, shows that so-called "sunny-day flooding" may be a regular occurrence in some areas.
Environment
Grass Is Back In The Chesapeake, And Crabs Will Follow
In the Chesapeake Bay, underwater seagrass beds are growing, sheltering crabs and fish. The long-awaited recovery depends on efforts by farmers to prevent nutrients from polluting the giant estuary.
To Fight Pollution, He's Reinventing The Mongolian Tent
A new UNICEF report warns that Mongolia's pollution is a very real danger to children's health. One man has a plan to create a green community.
Here's Why Environmentalists Are Cheering The Latest Burger At Sonic Drive-In
The fast-food chain is about to roll out a new kind of burger, made from a mixture of beef and mushrooms. Sonic calls it "uniquely delicious." Environmentalists say it could help save the planet.
From Almonds To Rice, Climate Change Could Slash California Crop Yields By 2050
An analysis of nearly 90 studies finds that warming temperatures may alter where key crops grow across the state, which provides about two-thirds of America's produce.
Forecast For National Weather Service Is Cloudy, With A Chance Of Budget Cuts
The Trump administration is looking to slash the National Weather Service's budget at a time when the service already has hundreds of unfilled positions — all while extreme weather is increasing. Now, meteorologists are speaking out, warning about being understaffed and the risks to keeping the public informed.
Widespread Drought Across U.S. Stokes Fears About A Repeat Of 2012's Wrath
If rainfall doesn't come soon, it could cost billions in devastation — a difficult fallout considering the USDA expects farmers' incomes to hit a 12-year low even if crop yields stay high.
Norfolk Requires Developers To Do More Against Flooding
New zoning rules in Norfolk, Virginia, require developers to include flood prevention measures. Some builders opposed the move, and warn it will raise costs for home buyers.
Researchers Haven't Found A Single Endangered Right Whale Calf Yet This Season
"The right whales are at a point where more are dying than are being born," biologist Clay George says. "That's just not sustainable long-term."
German Court Will Let Cities Ban Some Diesel Cars To Decrease Pollution
A German court has ruled that cities may bans diesel cars in order to bring down emissions levels.