Oak Creek We Energies natural gas plant plan sees pushback
We Energies is proposing a new megawatt natural gas plant for its Oak Creek facility that would cost a little more than $1 billion.
Sewage accidentally released into Lincoln Creek, nearly 10K gallons
The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District said a contractor accidentally released nearly 10,000 gallons of sewage into Lincoln Creek.
Mystery solved as 'crazy gross rain' dirties cars across hundreds of miles
Reports of vehicles mysteriously coated in dirt ranged from St. Louis and Missouri, through Illinois and even as far away as Charleston, West Virginia.
Wisconsin DNR seeks volunteers for rare plant monitoring program
The DNR is looking for volunteers for the Wisconsin Rare Plant Monitoring Program, a community-based science program that allows plant enthusiasts to conduct surveys for rare plants around the state.
You can eat these 5 invasive animals to help population control, US Fish & Wildlife Service says
An invasive species is an introduced non-native organism that begins to spread or expand its range from an original introduction and can possibly harm the environment, economy or human health.
Trump targeting showerheads, LED light bulbs in next environmental order
President Trump has long complained of showerheads that use less water and other energy-efficient appliances.
Paper straws: The arguments for and against
Paper or plastic? President Trump has joined the debate on straws.
North Dakota considers ending longstanding weather modification program
A state senator introduced a bill to end the practice, with penalties involving fines and jail time.
Mulch-O-Rama in Milwaukee, Christmas trees get new purpose
Christmas trees were turned into mulch at Mulch-O-Rama in Milwaukee on Saturday morning. A DPW crew led the process near 6th and Norwich.
What to know about Trump's interests in Greenland, Panama Canal
Trump has made several suggestions this week of ways to redraw the map. Here’s what to know about his interest in Greenland, the Panama Canal, Canada and the “Gulf of America.”
Shrinking Colorado River will take a toll on the nation's food supply
The shelves and prices at your local grocery store could look a little different soon. The Colorado River, which provides water for about 15% of our country’s agriculture, is shrinking.
Jimmy Carter: The first ‘green’ president
Former President Jimmy Carter will be widely remembered as a champion of conservation, but perhaps fewer know just how much he did to preserve his home state of Georgia and beyond.
Enbridge Line 6 pipeline spill in Jefferson County; DNR investigates
The Wisconsin DNR is investigating a 2-gallon spill of crude oil from a pipeline along Enbridge Energy’s Line 6 in Jefferson County.
Ocean heat wave known as 'The Blob' blamed for killing half the population of bird species
The new study suggested that 4 million seabirds died following unusually warm conditions in the northeastern Pacific Ocean between 2014 and 2016.
Lost penguin’s 2,000-mile journey to Australia ends with return to Southern Ocean
The emperor penguin, dubbed Gus, had somehow swam over 2,000 miles from his icy home and was found on a sun-drenched beach in Denmark, Western Australia, earlier this month.
Here's how much stronger climate change has made hurricanes
A study shows that climate change increased this year's hurricanes significantly, boosting the wind speeds of Beryl, Helene, and Milton.
Milwaukee Riverkeeper, pro pickleball players partner for cleanup
Professional pickleball players helped the Milwaukee community clean up the Menomonee River Valley on Wednesday, Nov. 13.
Researchers say Arkansas may have 19M tons of lithium critical for battery power
Estimated lithium reserves would be more than nine times what's needed to meet projected global lithium demand in 2030 for EV batteries.
Elm Grove referendum; voters ponder $8.5M plan to 'daylight' waterway
An Elm Grove referendum on the ballot in November could have implications far beyond the village.
Earth's wildlife populations have declined a staggering 73% in 50 years: report
A staggering loss of world wildlife populations could have “devastating" consequences without immediate action, a new report concludes.