Trump's 'Energy Dominance' Gets Slow Start On Federal Land
Despite President Trump's pledge to boost oil and gas drilling on federal land, some statistics show there was more activity during the Obama administration.
Environment
Hawaii's Big Island Braces For More Eruptions
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano continues to belch smoke and lava on the Big Island and the U.S. Geological Survey warns of possible explosions to come.
New Orleans Pressured To Reconsider Permit For Power Plant Backed By Paid Actors
In New Orleans, activists who spoke in favor of a proposed gas plant turned out to be paid actors. Environmentalists are calling on the city council to reconsider its approval of a plant permit.
Eruption Of Hawaii Volcano Could Cause Smog, Acid Rain And Ballistic Projectiles
Since Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted on last week, dozens of structures have been destroyed, and thousands have been evacuated. Now, scientists say it could cause volcanic smog, acid rain and ballistic projectiles.
Federal Disaster Declaration Begins Final Phase Of Greensboro Tornado Recovery Effort
On Tuesday, President Donald Trump approved Gov. Roy Cooper's request for a federal disaster declaration to help tornado victims in Guilford and Rockingham counties.
Record Heat In The Gulf Fueled Hurricane Harvey's Deluge
New research shows how scorching temperatures in the Gulf of Mexico led to massive rainfall when the storm hit last year. The findings also suggest global warming will make the problem worse.
The Bigger The Mother Fish, The More Babies She Has
Plus-sized mama fish have a size advantage over their petite counterparts: They can produce more eggs, and those eggs produce larger fish. It's a reminder that protecting big fish matters.
Scott Pruitt Praised And Reviled For 'Effectiveness,' But How Effective Is He?
EPA chief Scott Pruitt is praised by industry and conservatives for his aggressive moves to roll back environmental regulations. But how much he's changed the department is debatable.
'Holy Cow, The Waves Are Glowing!'
An algae bloom off the San Diego coast is putting on a brilliant display of bioluminescence that is lighting up the water and drawing huge crowds to marvel at the rare phenomenon.
California Moves Forward With Plan To Require Solar Panels On New Homes
The state is poised to become the first in the country to require the panels on new single-family houses, with a few exceptions. The mandate will kick in as of 2020.