From orbit, NASA maps streets where extreme heat will burn you in seconds

NASA is using data from the space station to map out the hottest streets in one major city, where touching pavement could lead to burns in minutes or even seconds.

Harmful algae blooms in Great Lakes could increase this summer, NOAA warns

NOAA is closely monitoring the Great Lakes this summer for potential increases in harmful algae that could have economic impacts and affect ecosystems.

Texas city tops list of dirtiest in the nation, study says

A recent survey named the "dirtiest" city in the U.S., and earning the top spot this year is none other than Houston, taking the crown from last year's dirtiest, Newark, New Jersey.

How AI can help (and hurt) climate change

Artificial intelligence significantly impacts the climate crisis by consuming large amounts of energy and water for its data centers, leading to increased greenhouse gas emissions, while also offering tools for climate management, such as improving climate models, optimizing energy use, and enhancing renewable energy efficiency.

WI manure spill caused fish kill; DNR regulators investigate

A manure spill in west-central Wisconsin has resulted in a fish kill stretching more than a mile, state environmental regulators said Tuesday, May 21.

Heatwave in Mexico causes howler monkeys to drop dead from trees

Mexico is facing one of its harshest droughts, with temperatures hitting 113 degrees Fahrenheit (45 degrees Celsius) on Monday, causing severe water shortages and leading to the deaths of at least 83 howler monkeys in Tabasco due to extreme heat and dehydration.

Helping pollinators with 'No Mow May,' 'Slow Mow May'

It’s an annual movement you’ve likely heard of: ‘No mow May’ or ‘Slow mow May.’ People are letting grass and plants in their yards grow freely for pollinators.

2023 marks hottest summer in over 2,000 years in Northern Hemisphere, study finds

A recent study published in the journal Nature reveals alarming findings about the summer of 2023, asserting it as the hottest in the Northern Hemisphere in over 2,000 years.

World's largest plant to extract CO2 and turn it to stone opens in Iceland

The world's largest carbon capture facility, Mammoth, has begun operations in Iceland, using direct air capture technology to extract CO2 from the atmosphere and convert it into stone.

Wisconsin rare plant found, 100 years since it was last seen

The Wisconsin DNR announced that a population of a rare plant not seen in Wisconsin since 1911 was rediscovered in the southwest part of the state.

Top US national parks to visit with kids revealed

With 63 U.S. national parks spread across 30 states and two overseas territories, it can be tough to decide which one to visit.

Arbor Day: Milwaukee students, city leaders continue tradition

Milwaukee Forestry Services and Milwaukee Public Schools came together to observe Arbor Day on Friday, continuing a decades-old tradition.

American Lung Association: Milwaukee gets 'F' for levels of pollution

On Wednesday, April 24, the American Lung Association graded the greater Milwaukee area – and gave it an F for having unhealthy levels of particle pollution.

Jefferson County family farm and market emphasizes sustainability

We don't often associate farmers with Earth Day, but it's a relationship that benefits us all. Off of Farmington Road in the town of Helenville in Jefferson County, it's a family farm in every sense.

Family farm and store promotes sustainability
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A Jefferson County family farm and market is emphasizing sustainability, showing people that the association between Earth Day and farmers is a relationship that benefits us all.

Big Clean MKE for Earth Day
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The annual Big Clean MKE initiative took place on Monday, April 22. It is a citywide beautification effort in memory of Special Enforcement Inspector Greg "Ziggy" Zyszkiewicz, who was killed during an attempted carjacking while working for the city of Milwaukee in 2017.

Big Clean MKE; citywide effort in memory of Greg 'Ziggy' Zyszkiewicz

The annual Big Clean MKE initiative takes place on Monday, April 22. It is a citywide beautification effort in memory of Special Enforcement Inspector Greg “Ziggy" Zyszkiewicz.