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Obama calls for more ambitious approach to climate change in U.N. speech
The White House says that to help local officials deal with the impact of catastrophic events the U.S. will release data gathered by NASA, the U.S. Geological Survey and other agencies.
In California, less water means more West Nile virus
The season for West Nile has yet to peak, officials warn. Temperatures and infection rates are still rising.
Scenes from the People's Climate March in New York City
Organizers say more than 100,000 marched in New York City ahead of Tuesday's U.N. Climate Summit.
China, US, India push world carbon emissions up
The world pumped an estimated 39.8 billion tons of carbon dioxide into the air last year by burning coal, oil and gas.
Minnesotans participate in New York climate march
The Minnesotans traveled by bus, van and train for the march to raise awareness about climate change and urge world leaders to act.
For Walker-Burke, quiet differences on environment
In a race that has largely revolved around who can create jobs, both candidates are sticking to general comments about balancing the need to protect natural resources with economic development.
Over 300 people from Minnesota are currently on a 20-hour journey to New York to participate in the People's Climate March on Sunday.