Does that orca have a baby bump? Drones can tell from the air Orcas, like humans, get baby bumps in the early months of pregnancy and grow larger as the pregnancy advances. Researchers say they can now spot those underwater baby bumps from the air and keep better tabs on the maternal health of whales. John Ryan
How do wildfires impact outdoor workers? Los Angeles County's recent fires put the lack of protection for outdoor farmworkers into perspective.
An ecological oasis in Georgia struggles after Hurricane Helene When Helene swept through Georgia, it ravaged nearly 9 million acres of forest, including Broxton Rocks. Conservationists have been working to preserve it for decades, but that work has been wiped away.
Will bald eagle eggs hatch this year? Jackie and Shadow are a mating pair of bald eagles in Southern California that have riveted thousands of viewers with the live cam of their eggs.
Study finds India doubled its tiger population in a decade The study found that some local communities near tiger habitats have also benefited from the increase in tigers because of the foot traffic and revenues brought in by ecotourism. The Associated Press
Sleetless in Seattle: City gets little rain and no snow this dry January Whether you’ve been drinking alcohol or abstaining, it’s been an exceptionally dry January in the Seattle area. John Ryan
Months after Georgia chemical plant fire, residents still grapple with health issues A chemical plant fire near Atlanta last fall released a toxic plume that disrupted the lives of nearby residents. Many still experience health problems and don't know what was released in the plume. Pamela Kirkland
Here's how climate change fueled the Los Angeles fires Extreme conditions helped fuel the fast-moving fires that destroyed thousands of homes. Scientists are working to figure out how climate change played a role in the disaster. Lauren Sommer
Washington legislators look to crack down on environmental crime A bill before the Washington state Senate would make intentional water pollution, air pollution, and spilling of hazardous waste felonies. John Ryan
