Body of IL teen found in floodwaters
Flooding has killed at least 1 teenager in southern IL as major North American rivers crest well above the flood stages.
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Dozens die in tornadoes & flooding from TX to IL
Severe storms were responsible for the deaths of more than 40 people, causes ranging from tornado damage to being swept away in their cars.
Md. revises action plan to protect wildlife
The Md. Dept. of Natural Resources is asking the public, including school groups, to weigh in on a proposed wildlife action plan.
Lake surface temps rise around the world
Most of Earth's liquid freshwater is in lakes that support biodiversity and provide food and other resources. Climate change is among the greatest threats to lakes.
Pope Francis speaks to Congress
Pope Francis delivered remarks and zoomed in on examples of 4 Americans: Lincoln, King, Dorothy Day, and Thomas Merton.
Obama delivers climate change message in Alaska
President Obama delivered an urgent message about climate change to Alaska. He was well received in the land of big drilling.
On the need to protect polar bears in Alaska
The federal government wants to designate a large swath of land to protect polar bears in Alaska; the state wants to drill for oil on the land.
Republicans debate each other on Fox News
Republican candidates for presidents, 17 of them in two separate "debates," discussed issues important to them but avoided other issues.
Taxis with no drivers could help environment
Taxis with no drivers could yield save us in terms of protecting the environment & spurring the development of alternative energy.
Pope seeks action on climate change
An encyclical has been issued from the Holy See in Rome, saying we should take action to stop causing climate change. Finally!