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Largely Unregulated Petrochemical Barge Industry Is Taking Over a Texas River
Residents who live on the San Jacinto River fear chemical releases and explosions from the vessels.
As Towns and Cities Fight Off Data Centers, Calls Grow for a National Moratorium
The battle to build new data centers has pitted communities across the country against Silicon Valley.
2025 Ranked as One of World’s Hottest Years Due to Human-Made Climate Crisis
Climate change made 2025 heat waves 10 times more likely, a new report finds.
Millions Across Michigan May Be Exposed to PFAS in Private Water Wells
Ahead of the curve in testing city water for PFAS, Michigan is now urging residents to get their private water tested.
Israel Bars Doctors Without Borders From Gaza, Dismantling Life-Saving Services
The organization is one of 25 humanitarian groups suspended for their alleged failure to comply with new Israeli rules.
Deadly Floods Due to Levee Failures Reflect Need for Infrastructure Investment
Levees were never designed to handle extreme weather that is now more common due to climate change.
Flu Cases Spike in US as HHS Continues to Push Anti-Vaccine Policies
Even though flu season is now entering its peak phase, experts say it's not too late to get vaccinated.
Health Centers Meant to Make Care Affordable Are Suing Patients for Unpaid Bills
Patients’ finances can be devastated by lawsuits, especially with the interest charges, lawyer fees, and court costs.
Coal Miners Were Poised to Win Key Safety Protections. Then Trump Showed Up.
After courting coal miners during his campaign, Trump has left a trail of broken promises.
Trump’s Embrace of Natural Gas Exports Is Driving Up Energy Bills for Consumers
US households paid $124 more on natural gas in the first nine months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.