Americans love hamburgers. But are they good for the environment?

A heat wave in Chicago in 1995 killed more than 700 people and led to changes on how the city handles heat.

“I would definitely say that the bad seems to be outweighing the good,” said Sound Rivers’ Pamlico-Tar Riverkeeper Katey Zimmerman. “Overall, we're decided that we're not in support of this bill because although it is taking some initial steps to address the impacts of data centers, steps are incomplete and there are some sections in the bill that were included seemingly in order to gain more bipartisan support. So, not exactly aligning with the goals that we would want to see for minimizing data center impacts.”

Scientists have created the most advanced synthetic cell yet made in a laboratory. They've dubbed it "Spudcell," echoing Sputnik, the first artificial satellite.

The $63 million plan would bring back the velodrome, dog park and other beloved amenities while reshaping the riverfront with wetlands, river cane and floodable gathering spaces.

Volunteer scientist spend their time tracking living things in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It's all part of an important science project.

It's a tick that hunts you down and transmits a potentially dangerous allergy to red meat. The New Yorker writer Burkhard Bilger discusses the lone star tick and the risks of alpha-gal syndrome.

Meteor Crater is one of the best-preserved impact craters on the planet. For years, visitors have wanted access to the bottom. Now for the first time ever, the narrow trail that leads to the bottom of Meteor Crater is open for guided tours.

Black bear encounters are on the rise in Tennessee.

Climate change is making heat waves longer and more intense.