Animal activist glues self to Timberwolves court during play-in game
A woman had to be escorted off the floor at Target Center during the Minnesota Timberwolves’ play-in game Tuesday night after apparently trying to glue herself to the baseline under a basket.
‘Alexa, grow a tree’: Amazon feature celebrates Earth month
Amazon is allowing users to take part in celebrating Earth month with one simple command.
Why Biden is waiving rule on higher levels of ethanol in gas this summer
President Joe Biden says his administration will suspend a federal rule that bars higher levels of ethanol in gasoline during the summer.
Target’s annual car seat trade-in event begins April 18
Target will take your old, expired and damaged car seat in return for a 20% off coupon that can be used towards purchasing a new car seat, stroller or other select baby gear.
Climate change rocking the insurance industry — and homeowners feel the heat
Climate change is the insurance industry’s "No. 1 long-term economic risk." And those effects also trickle down to homeowners.
Wind energy company kills at least 150 eagles in US, pleads guilty
The company pleaded guilty to criminal charges and was ordered to pay over $8 million in fines and restitution after at least 150 eagles were killed at its wind farms in eight states.
Big Bend National Park announces temporary closures for prescribed burn
The Daniel’s Ranch picnic area, Nature Trail, and Rio Grande Village boat launch at Big Bend National Park will be closed April 6 and 7th for the prescribed burn.
Climate change: Earth will be 'unlivable' if emissions don't fall faster, UN report warns
A new report from the UN’s top body of climate scientists is warning that temperatures will go beyond a key danger point unless countries worldwide cut greenhouse emissions faster than they are currently committed to doing.
Invasive Suckermouth Catfish continue to swim in San Marcos rivers
An invasive species, the Suckermouth Catfish, continues to swim in San Marcos rivers. Mitigation and research efforts are underway to try to control the population.
1 in 20 New Jersey heart attacks caused by noise pollution, study says
The heart attack rate in New Jersey was 72% higher in places with high levels of noise pollution, the study concludes.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Airbus conducts flight fueled by cooking oil, fatty acids
Airbus plans to have all aircraft in its fleet running on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) by the end of the decade.
TCEQ denies petition to create rule against issuing wastewater discharge permits on pristine streams
At a public meeting Wednesday morning, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality heard comments on a petition filed by environmental advocacy groups across the state.
City of Georgetown wants residents to plan ahead for water restrictions, plant native
Officials in Georgetown want residents to plan ahead for further water restrictions by planting drought-resistant and native plants. The city is currently in Phase 1 of Drought Restrictions.
Austin Water releases list of rebates, tools to help customers save money and water
Austin Water has a long list of rebates and tools, both residential and commercial customers can use to save money and water as temperatures warm up.
Georgetown water customers prohibited from watering in heat of day
The City of Georgetown says residents should not water lawns or landscapes during the heat of the day, defined as noon to 7 p.m., due to a drought watch for Lake Georgetown.
Flamingo that escaped Kansas zoo 17 years ago spotted in Texas
Wildlife officials say one of two flamingos that escaped from a Kansas zoo during a storm 17 years ago has been spotted on the coast of Texas.
Invasive acid-spewing crazy ants population control possible with fungus, scientists say
The tawny crazy ant creates a formic acid as venom to protect itself from other ant species. The insects are able to spew the acid from their abdomen but are not poisonous, scientists said.
Microplastics found in human blood for the 1st time, study says
Microplastics have been found in our food, drinks and even in human placentas. Now, researchers say they have found the first-ever evidence of microplastics in human blood.
Satellite images show New York-sized ice shelf collapse in East Antarctica
Scientists are concerned because an ice shelf the size of New York City collapsed in East Antarctica, an area that had long been thought to be stable.
Georgetown to celebrate Earth Day with nature, recycling events in April
Georgetown residents can celebrate Earth Day all April long with events focused on nature and recycling.