Monarch butterflies wintering in Mexico occupied roughly 4.4 acres of forest during the 2024-2025 season, nearly double the previous year’s total, according to survey results released by the World Wildlife Fund-Telcel Foundation Alliance.
North Carolina has begun mailing out vote-by-mail ballots after a brief delay due to ballot reprinting. Election officials stress the importance of early completion and return of ballots, with a November 5 deadline for submission.
Pennsylvania is preparing a major plan to reduce industrial emissions with $400 million in federal funding, but potential political changes, including a possible return of Donald Trump to the White House, could threaten the progress of climate-related projects across the country.
Environmental advocates in North Carolina are urging the Biden administration to strengthen protections for old-growth forests in its National Old-Growth Amendment, calling for a ban on logging and clearer restoration guidelines to safeguard these vital ecosystems.
Idaho’s $121 million Luma IT overhaul, aimed at modernizing outdated state systems, has faced significant issues since its 2023 launch, including data errors, payroll problems, and criticisms from legislators.
The FDA has approved updated COVID-19 vaccines from Moderna and Pfizer to better address current variants ahead of the cold and flu season. These new boosters, recommended for all eligible individuals, aim to provide enhanced protection as COVID-19 cases rise.
by Paige Gross, NC NewslineAugust 19, 2024 In June, amid a bitterly contested Republican gubernatorial primary race, a short video began circulating on social media
North Carolina residents can qualify for the new Next NC Scholarship by completing the FAFSA by Thursday. The scholarship offers at least $3,000 per year for community college or $5,000 per year for UNC institutions, fully covering tuition and fees for many students from households making $80,000 or less.
by Lia Chien, NC NewslineAugust 10, 2024 WASHINGTON – While much of U.S. border security talk focuses on the southwest corner of the country, the
The unemployment rate rose to 4.3% in July, sparking concerns among economists about the Federal Reserve’s delay in cutting interest rates. While job growth continues in some sectors, the overall labor market shows signs of cooling.
A bug in a CrowdStrike software update caused major global disruptions, impacting air travel and essential services.
President Biden’s initiative to reduce maternal mortality rates includes new policy proposals requiring hospitals to meet stringent maternal care standards, potentially costing $4.5 billion over 10 years, with mixed reactions from healthcare organizations.