Beer Prices Could Double Because Of Climate Change, Study Says
The price of a six-pack in the U.S. could rise by $1 to $8 because of drought and heat. As one of the researchers says, it's "another way climate change will suck."
Environment
After Midterms, Democrats Hope To 'Change The Narrative' On Environmental Rollbacks
Democrats are making Trump's environmental rollbacks and climate denial a big issue in swing races this fall. If they take the House, they plan lots of oversight hearings and tough questions.
Coffee Rust Threatens Latin American Crop; 150 Years Ago, It Wiped Out An Empire
The fungus, which has no cure, is destroying harvests in Latin America. In the 1800s, it devastated Sri Lanka's powerhouse coffee industry. And scientists say it's only a question of time.
Getting Back What You Lost — Rebuilding In A Wildfire Zone
In northern California, homes are being rebuilt in the same area that burned to the ground in last year's Tubbs Fire. Despite the risk, a severe housing shortage in the area is forcing tough choices.
Democrats Plan More Environmental Oversight If Midterms Swing Their Way
Democrats running in some swing races are prioritizing environmental rollbacks and climate denial for the midterm elections. That could mean more oversight if Democrats take over the House.
Colorado's Anti-Fracking Measure Would Keep Wells Farther Away From Homes And Schools
A ballot measure would keep new oil and gas wells 2,500 feet away from homes and schools, the strictest setback in the nation. The oil and gas industry says that threatens its very existence.
Critic Of Federal Public Lands Management To Join Department Of The Interior
The Department of the Interior has chosen a prominent property rights attorney in Wyoming as their new deputy solicitor. Its a controversial appointment for environmental groups.
Flooding Led To More Than A Million Gallons Of Sewage Overflow In Greensboro
Greensboro city officials say more than one million gallons of untreated wastewater have been discharged in overflows connected to Tropical Storm Michael.
Will Americans Embrace A Zeal For Eel? This Maine Entrepreneur Hopes So
Most catches are exported to unagi-loving Asian nations, which pay up to thousands of dollars per pound. But one woman is raising and marketing eels for U.S. buyers: "Why not keep that value at home?"
With Europe's Hamsters At Risk, Better Call The 'Hamster Commish'
Vienna had a problem: A key construction site threatened the habitat of dozens of hamsters — yes, common hamsters, a protected species in Austria. Here's how the developers saved the little animals.