New attribution research shows how extra heat in the atmosphere can turn thunderstorms into factories for dangerous, softball-size hail.

By Bob Berwyn

Regions that are often pummeled by severe storms—like the Midwestern United States under last weekend’s powerful thunderstorms and deadly tornadoes—could also face the threat of more extreme hail.

A Warmer Climate Means Bigger Hail

With gasoline and oil prices rising, U.S. consumers are already feeling the effects of the Iran conflict and the consequences of a slow transition to cleaner alternatives.

By Dan Gearino

Oil prices shot up on Monday as disruptions related to the war in Iran sent shockwaves through financial markets, underscoring the risks for countries that have been slow to diversify beyond fossil fuels.

The Oil Price Shock Is Here. Its Arrival Provides a Familiar Warning.

Cadiz, Ohio, is not alone in its struggles with dirty, expensive tap water.

By Julie Grant, The Allegheny Front

The Allegheny Front covers the environment in Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio. Sign up for their newsletter here. Listen to the radio version of the piece below.

How Extreme Weather and Aging Infrastructure Led to Months of ‘Musty’ Water in One Ohio Village