Healthy Eaters, Strong Minds: What School Gardens Teach Kids
School-based urban gardens can have a measurable positive impact on kids — from improving their diets to helping boost engagement with academics.
Environment
Where Presidential Candidates Stand On Climate Change
The majority of Americans favor government action, but the candidates — and big donors — differ greatly. Here is what they've said on the topic, beginning with whether climate change is real.
Veteran Firefighter: Rocky Fire Has 'Most Extreme Fire Behavior I've Ever Seen'
The California fire is unusually intense and unpredictable. But between climate change and the impact of decades of poor management, such wildfires may be the new normal.
With Climate Change Plans, Democratic Candidates Aren't Just Courting Voters
The vast majority of Democratic voters believe that something needs to be done to combat climate change. So, the party's presidential candidates have been racing to tout their environmental plans — and to court environmentalist megadonor Tom Steyer.
In Louisiana, Rebuilding Mother Nature's Storm Protection: A 'Living Coast'
Officials hope an ambitious plan to divert the Mississippi River will revitalize the wetlands that are a natural buffer against storms and floods. Opponents say the changes will upset local habitats.
Around The Bend Of The Rio Grande, A Proposed Pipeline Stirs Turmoil
Oil and gas are part of the Texas' DNA. But a proposal to build a natural gas pipeline in far West Texas has roiled residents and galvanized deep community opposition.
Green Pie In The Sky? Vertical Farming Is On The Rise In Newark
A former steel mill in New Jersey is getting a new lease on life as an indoor farm. AeroFarms is betting it can turn a profit growing greens with lights, using far less water than a traditional farm.
Sea Turtles Test Urban Waters In Southern California 'Jacuzzi'
Even with the warm outflow from nearby power plants, the San Gabriel River's an odd new habitat choice. Volunteers and researchers are working to study and track the population that's popped up there.
For Some States, New Emissions Rules Will Force A Power Shift
The federal rules will deal a big blow to some energy sectors — especially coal. The change won't be so hard for states that have moved to cut emissions. But for others it will be more difficult.
At This Summer Camp, Some Of The Best Friends Are Marine Mammals
Summer camp typically brings to mind s'mores, campfires and the beach. But for some kids in Southern California, camp is where they learn to care for sick and stranded sea lions and elephant seals.