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Pennsylvania senator pushes ban on sun-reflecting climate research tied to chemtrail myth
Environmental Health News
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June 12, 2025
State Sen. Doug Mastriano has proposed legislation to ban solar geoengineering in Pennsylvania, citing conspiracy theories about chemical-laced jet trails despite scientific consensus that such technologies remain untested and undeployed. Vincent...
DEP investigates illegal mangrove removal and lagoon pollution
Treasure Coast Palm - Florida
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The Department of Environmental Protection and Indian River County are investigating illegal mangrove-clearing and Indian River Lagoon water pollution. Christian Hammarskjold's company owns the property at 5200 93rd Lane in Sebastian. Hammarskjold...
Bill fully repealing Pennsylvania's Sunday hunting ban passes state house, heads to senate
CBS 2 Pittsburgh - Pennsylvania
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By Patrick Damp Patrick Damp Web Producer, CBS Pittsburgh Patrick Damp is a web producer for CBS Pittsburgh. A Pittsburgh native who grew up watching KDKA-TV, Patrick studied journalism at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. After half a decade in...
Letter: How natural gas powers our Pennsylvania summers
Reading Eagle - Pennsylvania
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June 12, 2025
As summer approaches, I look forward to the activities that make this season memorable in Pennsylvania. From family cookouts to lazy days by the pool, there’s something truly special about this time of year. As we prepare to embrace the warmth of...
US Open: What's the weather forecast for the first round at Oakmont?
The Palm Beach Post - Florida
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The U.S. Open is here and as with any golf tournament, the weather is a huge factor. Will it rain at the Oakmont Country Club, near Pittsburgh? It's already been a wet May. How hot will it be? The 1994 Open at Oakmont was one of the most stifling...
US Open 2025: What's the weather forecast for the first round at Oakmont Country Club?
Yahoo Sports
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The U.S. Open is here and as with any golf tournament, the weather is a huge factor. Will it rain at the Oakmont Country Club, near Pittsburgh? It's already been a wet May. How hot will it be? The 1994 Open at Oakmont was one of the most stifling...
Climate Change Activists, Progressive Lawyers Provide ‘Training’ Ahead of Kilmar Abrego Garcia Protest in Nashville
The Star News Network
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June 12, 2025
Two organizations are preparing to provide training for the protesters descending on Nashville for the “Rapid Response Rally to Support Kilmar Abrego Garcia” on Friday, as revealed by one of the protest organizers, who listed an event jointly...
Pennsylvania House passes bill to repeal Sunday hunting ban
WPMT - Pennsylvania
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House Bill 1431 was passed in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives by a margin of 131-72. It now moves to the State Senate for consideration. HARRISBURG, Pa. — State lawmakers passed a bill Wednesday that would repeal Pennsylvania's ban on...
Pennsylvania state troopers rescue injured otter
WGAL 8 - Pennsylvania
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June 11, 2025
Pennsylvania state troopers rescue injured otter in Franklin County IT IS 656. TIME FOR WGAL NEWS EIGHT TO GO. THE NEWS EIGHT TODAY TEAM IS HERE TO HELP YOU START YOUR DAY. AND WE START WITH BREAKING NEWS. CREWS PUT OUT A GARAGE FIRE IN DAUPHIN...
Pittsburgh lawmakers seek restoration of environmental, cultural funds
WESA - Pennsylvania
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June 11, 2025
Two Pittsburgh-area lawmakers are demanding the federal government restore funding recently stripped from local cultural and environmental groups, from the Carnegie Museum of Natural History to community development nonprofit New Sun Rising. In a...
Code Orange air quality alert declared for southwestern Pennsylvania on Thursday
WPXI - Pennsylvania
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June 11, 2025
PITTSBURGH — Southwestern Pennsylvania will be under a Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for ozone on Thursday. Officials say hazy sunshine through low-level Canadian wildfire smoke, high temperatures and light southwest winds will produce...
This Is Pennsylvania’s Must-Try Summer Drink for 2025
94.5 PST - New Jersey
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June 12, 2025
When the weather heats up in Pennsylvania, there are a few summer must-haves. An afternoon by the pool, good music, and a cold drink in hand. If you’ve ever strolled into a bar or restaurant during the summer months, you know the drink specials...
State House advances bill to repeal Sunday hunting ban in Pennsylvania
WJAC - Pennsylvania
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HARRISBURG, Pa. (WJAC) — A bill that would fully repeal Pennsylvania’s ban on Sunday hunting is taking a major step towards becoming law. The Sunday hunting bill passed the state House of Representatives on Wednesday. House bill 1431 was approved...
Pennsylvania Honors 19 Environmental Excellence Projects Statewide in 2025
exploreVenango - Pennsylvania
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June 11, 2025
Gov. Josh Shapiro. Photo by Commonwealth Media Services. HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) – The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is honoring 19 projects completed by schools, businesses, and community organizations around the state...
Philadelphia weather: Code Orange Air Quality Alert issued ahead of Thursday heat, haze
FOX 29 Philadelphia - Pennsylvania
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PHILADELPHIA - Thursday is likely to be the hottest day of the day, so far, and with hazy, hot and humid conditions, officials have issued a Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for ozone. Those sensitive to uncomfortable humidity or with...
The Philadelphia Freedom Band composes a welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ and allies
6 ABC Action News
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June 11, 2025
The Philadelphia Freedom Band makes it their mission to compose inclusivity not only in Pride Month, but all year. PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- A group of talented musicians gather to compose a symphony of Pride now and all year long. "The...
Trump administration proposes to slash power plant pollution limits
USA Today - Virginia
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The Environmental Protection Agency announced Wednesday two major proposals that would weaken pollution standards for fossil-fuel power plants as part of the Trump administration’s effort to revive coal — actions that critics say will negatively...
Pa. Republican congressmen applaud Trump administration plan to roll back Biden-era climate rules
WHYY FM - Pennsylvania
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June 11, 2025
This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing region. From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us...
Pennsylvania considers statewide ban on single-use plastic bags as lawmakers push new bill
Shore News Network
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June 11, 2025
1 HARRISBURG, Pa. — Pennsylvania lawmakers are weighing legislation that would ban single-use plastic bags statewide, following similar measures already enacted in cities like Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Phoenixville. Sen. Judith Schwank,...
Trump administration moves to repeal Biden power plant pollution rules
Regional Media News - Iowa
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June 11, 2025
By Valerie Volcovici WASHINGTON (Reuters) -President Donald Trump’s administration has proposed repealing rules passed under former President Joe Biden to curb emissions of carbon dioxide, mercury and other air pollutants from power plants,...