Friday News Roundup - Domestic
We're in New Orleans for the Friday News Round Up: a city that's dealing with serious flooding, and a widening scandal at city hall.
Environment
Nebraska Could Still Keep Keystone XL Pipeline From Being Built
When President Trump approved the Keystone XL Pipeline in March, many people thought that meant the controversial project would finally be built. But the pipeline still needs approval from Nebraska.
2016 Hit Records For Global Temperature And Climate Extremes
An annual report, comprising data from scientists across the globe, shows it was the warmest on records that date back 137 years. It also saw the highest sea levels and lowest polar sea ice.
Environmental Penalties Down Under President Trump
A new report shows the EPA has collected 60 percent less in civil penalties from polluters compared with recent administrations.
Sailing To The North Pole, Thanks To Global Warming
A crew plans to leave Nome, Alaska Thursday and sail to the North Pole. The voyage may now be possible due to sea ice melt in the Arctic caused by climate change.
Hurricane Franklin, First Of Atlantic Season, Barrels Toward Mexico's Coast
The storm is expected to make landfall north of Veracruz, where it could dump as much as 15 inches of rain, causing "life-threatening flash floods and mudslides."
When Oceans Give You Jellyfish Blooms, Turn Them Into Tasty Chips
Scientists think human pressures on oceans could cause more jellyfish blooms. What to do? Eat them, says a Danish gastrophysicist who has cracked the science of making them palatable.
PHOTOS: A 'Massive' Wildfire Is Now Blazing In Greenland
NASA satellites detected the blaze just over a week ago. Since then, the rare wildfire in western Greenland has continued to burn through a region far better known for its ice and snow.
U.S. Already Feeling Consequences Of Global Warming, Draft Report Finds
The document, which was leaked ahead of publication, states that humans are causing climate change. The findings are at odds with statements by President Trump and key members of his administration.
Scientists Fear Trump Administration Will Counter Climate Report
A comprehensive government report on climate change has leaked to the public. The report clearly states that humans are changing the climate, and the consequences could be serious. Those views are at odds with statements by many in the Trump administration.