Tropical Depression Karen Rolling Toward Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands
The governor of Puerto Rico had closed schools and public buildings as a precaution against another devastating storm.
Environment
Climate Liability Lawsuits Could Help With Costs Of Adapting To A Hotter Earth
Cities, states and federal governments are suing oil companies, alleging they're financially responsible for damaging effects of climate change. It could help with costs of adapting to a hotter Earth.
Climate Activist Greta Thunberg Calls On World Leaders To Take Action At The U.N.
Swedish teenager Greta Thunberg delivered a speech at the United Nations Climate Action Summit calling on world leaders to act to address climate change.
Endangered Florida Grasshopper Sparrows Released Into The Wild Despite Concerns
There are fewer than 80 Florida grasshopper sparrows left in the wild. As researchers release more into the wild, there's a fight brewing about whether that's the best plan to save them.
Transcript: Greta Thunberg's Speech At The U.N. Climate Action Summit
"You have stolen my dreams, and my childhood, with your empty words. And yet I'm one of the lucky ones," activist Greta Thunberg, 16, tells world leaders.
No Plan B: A Different Government Shutdown
Climate activists are about to royally mess up Washingtonians' commutes.
No Plan B: The Climate-Conscious Voter
As temperatures rise, voters are making the climate a central issue in this presidential campaign.
U.N. Climate Summit Sets Stage For New National Emissions Promises
Humanity is not on track to avoid the most catastrophic impacts of climate change. Delegations from nearly 200 countries are meeting to discuss promises they made to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Botanical Woodland Teaching Garden Opens In High Point
The Botanical Woodland Teaching Garden is officially open.
News Brief: Trump-Ukraine Controversy, Iran Interview, Climate Summit
President Trump defends his call to Ukraine's president. Iran's foreign minister says his country had nothing to do with strikes on Saudi oil facilities. And, climate action summit seeks bold ideas.