North Carolina Awarded $14 Million For Conservation Efforts
North Carolina is getting a $14 million cash boost to help with environmental preservation and restoration.
Environment
NC State Park: It's Been A Very Active Black Bear Season
Park officials in North Carolina are warning visitors that black bears have been active this season at a popular camping spot.
'Genius' Grant Goes To Marine Scientist Who Embraces Flash Mobs And Comic Books
Stacy Jupiter works with the people of Fiji to protect the oceans. Two of her most important life lessons came from the Peace Corps: 1) listen and 2) nothing ever goes according to plan.
News Brief: Impeachment Inquiry, U.K. Parliament, Climate Report
House Speaker Pelosi launches impeachment inquiry into President Trump. After U.K. court ruling, British lawmakers return to work. The findings of a landmark U.N. climate change report are released.
Tropical Storm Karen's Squalls Hit Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands
The storm prompted the National Hurricane Center to issue warnings for Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the British Virgin Islands.
Trump Administration Escalates Battle Over Environmental Regulations With California
The Trump administration threatens to cut federal highway dollars for California over air pollution.
No Plan B: Youth Leading The Charge On Climate
Young people are taking center stage in the fight against climate change.
We Are On The Front Line Of Climate Change, Marshall Islands President Says
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Hilda Heine, president of the Marshall Islands, about the impact of climate change on the small Pacific island nation.
Tropical Depression Karen Rolling Toward Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands
The governor of Puerto Rico had closed schools and public buildings as a precaution against another devastating storm.
Climate Liability Lawsuits Could Help With Costs Of Adapting To A Hotter Earth
Cities, states and federal governments are suing oil companies, alleging they're financially responsible for damaging effects of climate change. It could help with costs of adapting to a hotter Earth.