2 killed, 2 rescued in avalanche at Longs Pass in Cascades
Two backcountry recreators were killed in an avalanche Friday, according to the Kittitas County sheriff’s office. Two others survived. One […]
Environment
These issues will shape the 2026 legislative session
Lawmakers will tackle a $1.4 billion budget deficit and debates over energy costs, education, immigration, and health care on Wednesday.
Long-Term Wake County Water Plan Nears Completion
A 50-year plan to safeguard access to clean and abundant water for Wake County residents is nearing completion after three
On the Hunt for North Carolina’s Biggest Trees
More than two dozen species of oak are native to North Carolina. But with a quick glance and some context
A rare whale is having an encouraging season for births. Scientists warn it might still go extinct
By PATRICK WHITTLE PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — One of the world’s rarest whale species is having more babies this year
Bear hunt, land swaps, electric rates: Florida’s environmental year in review
In Florida, the environmental beat during 2025 featured land purchases and development rights, which tied in to immigration efforts, plus
Mass. company fined $250,000 over ‘noxious odors’ smelled miles from facility
Environment The food waste recycling plant reportedly violated several state environmental laws, affecting residents miles away. Attorney General Andrea Campbell’s
Here’s why Seattle wasn’t hugely impacted by flooding, rain
By Seattle Times staff reporter While residents were devastated by flooding in many parts of Western Washington, those in Seattle
Environmentalists Want to Remove Swanton Dam to Free the Fish
Environmental groups are renewing calls to remove an obsolete dam on the Missisquoi River that blocks endangered lake sturgeon and
Groups Sue Panton Farm Over Water Pollution
Two environmental groups have followed through with a threat to sue a large Panton dairy for allegedly polluting Addison County