'On The Backs Of Tortoises' Challenges Us To Consider How Much Of Life Is Intertwined Nominally an environmental and social history of the Galápagos Islands, it lays bare the entangled issues confronting us as we attempt conservation efforts while facing a sweeping ecological crisis. Genevieve Valentine
Seattle, Everett firefighters drive down to assist California Everett Fire trucks are heading to fire lines today, not in Washington, but in California. Paige Browning
Firefighters Brace For 'Critical 24-Hour Window' As Winds Pick Up In California The Kincade Fire has burned more than 75,000 acres in Northern California, while another blaze is 5% contained in Los Angeles. Gusty conditions will make the job even tougher for firefighters. Colin Dwyer
Newly Discovered Beetle Named For Greta Thunberg: Nelloptodes Gretae The London Natural History Museum has named a species of beetle after Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg to honor her contribution to raising awareness of environmental issues.
Giving Schools — And Students — The Tools They Need In The Fight To Save The Planet A recent conference on climate change focused on the ways teachers, scientists and activists can help the next generation shape a comprehensive approach to the fight against global warming. Anya Kamenetz
Italy Winemakers Look To Adapt To Climate Change Winemakers in some of Italy's most prominent regions are adapting to climate change to protect the quality of their world-famous wines. Sylvia Poggioli
Rising Northwest waters bring tough choice: fight or flight The climate’s already changing. People north of Seattle have been facing the muddy consequences head-on. John Ryan
Those vibrant fall colors in the Northwest are likely to stick around for awhile Kim Malcolm talks with Ray Larson, curator for the University of Washington Botanic Gardens. Kim Malcolm
Fast-Moving Wildfires And Strong Winds Cause Disruptions And Concern In California Wildfires are burning in northern and southern California, threatening homes and forcing evacuations. Strong winds expected through the weekend mean conditions could get worse. Nathan Rott
California Governor Declares Emergency In Counties Hit By Kincade And Tick Wildfires In Sonoma County, the Kincade Fire has engulfed 22,000 acres. And in Los Angeles County, a fire that spans nearly 4,300 acres threatens homes in Santa Clarita. Paolo Zialcita