Pollution from power plants spiked last year, report finds: Here's why

Pollution from power plants in the United States increased significantly in 2025, according to an analysis of Environmental Protection Agency data.

Trump administration revokes EPA's ability to regulate climate change

The Trump administration revoked the EPA’s 2009 endangerment finding, which has served as the legal foundation for regulating greenhouse gas emissions under the Clean Air Act.

Controversial weed killer dicamba approved for some GMO crops: What to know

The EPA has reapproved a controversial weed killer for use on two genetically modified crops. Environmentalists fear the chemical will drift and destroy nearby farms, as it has in the past.

'Do not consume' water advisory lifted for Griffin-Spalding County

City officials lifted a "do not consume" water advisory late Friday night after test results confirmed the local water supply is safe.

2025 was one of the hottest years on record, data finds

2025 became one of Earth’s warmest year on record, according to data. Here’s where the year ranked.

New USDA website centralizes info in fight against New World screwworm parasite threatening U.S. livestock

The U.S  Department of Agriculture (USDA) has launched a new website to centralize federal  agencies as they work together to protect livestock, wildlife, and the public’s health against the New World screwworm parasite.

EPD launches comment period for proposed Rockdale data campus

The project would permanently impact wetlands, ponds and more than 1,200 feet of streams on the 52.84-acre site.

Victoria Bryant State Park offers unique golf and creek adventures

Victoria Bryant State Park offers hiking, creek exploration, fishing, platform camping and a full golf course in one location.

These US cities face the greatest severe weather threats, data shows

More than one in four U.S. homes—representing $12.7 trillion in real estate value—are now exposed to severe or extreme climate risks, according to a new Realtor.cm report.

These states rank as the most energy-efficient in 2025, data shows

Managing daily energy usage can help the environment and save you money on household utility costs, and a new report shows the states that stand out with their effectiveness using less energy.

These are the greenest cities in the U.S. in 2025, data shows

A new report highlights cities that perform a lot of environmentally friendly practices to preserve the planet, and here’s where your area ranks.

EPA’s research and development office eliminated; thousands laid off

The Environmental Protection Agency said Friday it is eliminating its research and development arm and reducing agency staff by thousands of employees.