Climate

Regardless of what happens on a national scale for climate change, cities are starting to deal with the practical effects of extreme weather, heat, and floods.
Scientists seek holy grail of climate change in Oman's hills
Geologists are coring samples from one of the world's only exposed sections of the Earth's mantle to uncover how a spontaneous natural process millions of years ago transformed CO2 into limestone and marble.
Republicans join Democrats against Trump's Great Lakes cuts
President Trump wants to eliminate federal support of a program that addresses the Great Lakes' most pressing environmental threats. The response from Republicans in Great Lakes states: No, thanks.
Study: 'Urgent' action against global warming needed to save coral reefs
After another major coral bleaching event, a new study has concluded that securing a future for coral reefs "ultimately requires urgent and rapid action to reduce global warming."
Climate Cast: CO2 is driving climate changes
A recent interview with the head of the EPA has caused an uproar in the science community.
Mia exhibit combines algae, sci-fi
Artist Alison Hiltner uses algae to explore the relationship between humans and the environment.
Bald eagles soar back into town ahead of schedule, thanks to the weather
The spring eagle migration usually coincides with the ice-out of Minnesota's lakes and rivers. But mild weather in February meant the ice broke up earlier than usual and also melted much of the snow dotting the ground.