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.
Fondomonte: Arizona AG Kris Mayes suing company over groundwater pumping
Arizona's Attorney General is launching a lawsuit against the subsidiary of a Saudi Arabia company for allegedly pumping "extraordinary amounts of groundwater" in La Paz County.
AZ AG sues Fondomonte over groundwater usage
The Arizona Attorney General's Office allege that Fondomonte, which is the subsidiary of a Saudi Arabia-based company, pumped groundwater in western Arizona at a level that violates the state's public nuisance law.
2024 closes out as world’s warmest year ever
The world is closing out its warmest year on record, and if the phrase sounds like a broken record, it is because the record was set just last year.
Flood, drought causing Christmas tree shortage
Christmas tree farms in the East Coast are dealing with shortages this holiday season, as an ongoing drought in parts of the country, along with other severe weather events, take their toll.
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.
Trump may roll back $7,500 EV tax credit
Biden imposed a $7,500 tax credit for EVs.
Feds outline ‘necessary steps’ for Colorado River agreement by 2026
In 2026, legal agreements that apportion the river will expire. That means that, amid the effects of climate change and more than 20 years of drought, river stakeholders and the federal government have just months to agree what to do.
Christmas tree shortage projected from severe Northeast drought: 'We can't grow anything'
The drought has led to significant losses for farmers in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania, and has also raised concerns about future shortages.
Boa constrictor found under truck; man found dead near west Phoenix apartments | Nightly Roundup
From a shocking discovery under a person's truck to a death investigation in West Phoenix, here's a look at some of your top stories.
Diamond dust could play a role in climate control efforts, study suggests
Recent research suggests that injecting solid particles into the atmosphere may significantly mitigate stratospheric warming, as the rate continues to climb around the globe.
AZ community aims to ease the pain of summer heat
While the Fall has finally arrived for Arizonans, the heat will be back at some point, and there is a new effort underway to combat the region's soaring temperatures. We spoke with architect Dan Parolek, who talked about a new 'desert-responsive' community in Tempe.
City of Phoenix launches grass removal program
Homeowners in Phoenix can now be paid by the city to remove their grass lawns. Under the program, approved homeowners can get two dollar per square foot of grass removed, and replaced with drought-tolerant landscaping.
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.
Phoenix area nursery gives winter grass tips
As temperatures finally start to cool down in the Phoenix area, it also means it's time to put down some winter grass. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has from Moon Valley Nursery on what to do.
'Stop Poo-llution' campaign kicks off in Phoenix
When walking you're dog, it's important to clean up after them. We all know it, but not everyone does it, which is why the city of Phoenix Water Services Departments is kicking off its "Stop Poo-llution" campaign. FOX 10's Dominique Newland has the details.
Winter outlook: La Nina expected to emerge ahead of country's coldest season
NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center forecasters said they still expect a La Niña to develop during the fall and play a role in temperatures and precipitation trends across the country. However, the La Niña that develops is expected to be weak and short-lived, forecasters said.
A La Niña winter is expected: Here's what it means for NYC's snow outlook
The emergence of a La Niña weather pattern could have an impact on the types of winter weather conditions we see in the U.S., including NYC. Here's what to know.
Hurricane Milton impacts already-struggling Florida citrus industry
Federal data shows Florida’s citrus crop was struggling before Hurricane Milton, with the damage expected to further exacerbate the challenges that growers now face.
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.