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How 77 tons of radioactive waste ended up in Brooklyn

A lawsuit charges National Grid, a major gas utility, with mismanaging a toxic industrial site near two densely-populated residential neighborhoods.

Alaska federal court overturns oil lease sale in critical beluga whale...

The court found that the United States Department of the Interior had broken the law by failing to adequately consider the cumulative environmental impacts of the lease sale on endangered beluga whales.

Emergency motion in US court seeks to halt aid for alleged...

Legal action challenges US support amidst accusations of genocide.

Federal court ends Trump effort to open 128 million acres of...

“As the Biden administration considers its next steps, it should build on these foundations, end fossil fuel leasing on public lands and waters, and embrace a clean energy future.”

Federal court tosses Trump’s clean power plan replacement

“Today’s decision is the perfect Inauguration Day present for America.”

Federal court reverses EPA approval of crop-harming dicamba

“Today’s decision is a massive win for farmers and the environment. It is good to be reminded that corporations like Monsanto and the Trump Administration cannot escape the rule of law.”

Planned Parenthood demands federal court intervene to stop trump attack on...

Planned Parenthood warned Wednesday that, without intervention from a federal court, it will be forced out of the Title X Family Planning...

Federal Court Order: Explosive DOT-111 ‘Bomb Train’ Oil Tank Cars Can...

While the industry promised to phase-out DOT-111s, these “bomb trains” continue to roll through towns and cities across the U.S. It seems their promise has rung hollow.

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Trump fast-tracks Great Lakes oil tunnel, triggering outcry over water and climate risks

Environmental groups and tribal nations warn the Line 5 tunnel project could endanger drinking water for 40 million people after Trump administration classifies it as an emergency.

How 77 tons of radioactive waste ended up in Brooklyn

A lawsuit charges National Grid, a major gas utility, with mismanaging a toxic industrial site near two densely-populated residential neighborhoods.

Israel declares permanent military zones in Gaza, vows to block humanitarian aid despite mass...

Defense minister confirms indefinite occupation of seized territory and continuation of full blockade as humanitarian agencies warn of catastrophic collapse and forced displacement.

Federal judge halts Trump administration freeze on billions in climate and infrastructure funds

Court rules that blocking congressionally approved aid for clean energy, public health, and environmental protection violated federal law and harmed communities nationwide.

Keystone XL oil spill shuts down pipeline and halts flow of millions of gallons...

An estimated 3,500 barrels of oil (147,000 gallons) spilled into an agricultural field in a rural area, about 60 miles southwest of Fargo.