WFTS: What's Next For Florida's Tampa Bay?
Environmentalists are surveying damage from toxic water discharge.
As climate warms, wildfires could make air more deadly, study says
Researchers say poor air quality as a result of wildfires will cause thousands of additional deaths per year in the U.S.
Starbucks plans to cut down on the plastic in its cold drink cups
The chain says its cold drinks and the cups they're served in are surging in popularity. A redesigned cup could use as much as 20% less plastic.
Heat-related emergency room visits surged in 2023, CDC says
The CDC says "heat-related illness will continue to be a significant public health concern" amid a warming climate.
4-legged robot to help deter wildlife strikes at Alaska airport
In 2023, 93 wildlife-aircraft strikes at Alaska airports were reported to the Federal Aviation Administration.
DC charity helps those who are homeless get housing
The Supreme Court is considering a case that could allow cities to make sleeping outside a crime. Advocates say this doesn't help the problem.
New rapid blood test for concussions gets FDA approval
The device from Abbott Laboratories can reportedly detect if a patient has mild traumatic brain injury in just 15 minutes.