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March 3, 2022 5:00 PM

Adapt or move: Climate change is already driving global migration

A lead author of the latest United Nations’ climate report says climate migration is already happening in many places.

by Paul Huttner

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March 2, 2022 3:52 PM

Climate change threatens nearly one third of U.S. hazardous chemical facilities

The facilities are located in every state, and are threatened by floods, hurricanes and wildfires that can cause dangerous leaks and explosions, according to a federal watchdog.

by Rebecca Hersher

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February 28, 2022 5:56 AM

Supreme Court to hear a case that could limit the EPA's power to fight climate change

The outcome of the case could also hamstring the authority of all agencies, from the EPA to the Securities and Exchange Commission to Federal Reserve Board.

by Nina Totenberg and Ryan Ellingson

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February 28, 2022 5:52 AM

Billions of people are in danger from climate change, U.N. report warns

Some ecosystems have already been irreversibly altered, scientists say. And climate change is wreaking havoc on human health.

by Rebecca Hersher

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February 27, 2022 5:19 PM

Ice anglers urged to 'Keep It Clean' as season winds down

Garbage can affect the lake's water quality, as well as harm fish, birds and other aquatic life.

by Kirsti Marohn

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February 25, 2022 4:00 AM

The 'Winter Grab' delves into Lake Superior's seasonal secrets

Scientists have a pretty good understanding of what goes on in the Great Lakes during the summer. But they don't know nearly as much about Lake Superior and the other lakes during winter. And that’s where what they called the “Winter Grab" comes in.

by Dan Kraker

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February 24, 2022 10:35 PM

DNA evidence shows Hank the Tank didn't work alone

Evidence shows that giant bear is getting a bad rap. And local officials say they're getting so many calls about him that it's affecting their ability to take emergency calls.

by Jonathan Franklin

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February 24, 2022 1:30 PM

Climate change and your cup of joe

Coffee is a very finicky crop, needing just the right “Goldilocks” climate and altitude to produce rich, quality brews. So naturally, climate change is taking a toll.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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February 24, 2022 12:38 PM

The world's insect population is in decline — and that's bad news for humans

Environmental writer Oliver Milman says habitat loss, pesticides and climate change are killing off insects worldwide, which, in turn, threatens humans. His new book is “The Insect Crisis.”

by Dave Davies

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February 23, 2022 2:32 PM

Minn. lawmaker demands data on Line 3 frac-outs

Enbridge says the pipeline’s permits did not require that it maintain or report the data on drilling fluid that state Sen. John Marty is requesting.

by Kirsti Marohn

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