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Climate Change Extreme heat is a problem across the country, whether in North Carolina or Andover, Mass, above. But the solutions require a local approach, experts say. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
Climate Change Fall Weather’s Coming. Yes, It’s the Perfect Time to Talk About How Hot It’s Been.

Though heat-related issues kill more people than any other weather-related danger, there are still some big misconceptions about the risks. 

Michael McElroy Michael McElroy September 16, 2022 1:58 pm EDT
Climate Change The co-owner of Trophy Brewing Company, a popular brewery and restaurant in Raleigh, on how the Inflation Reduction Act will help his business be more environmentally friendly. (Image via Trophy Brewing's Facebook page)
Climate Change Our North Carolina Restaurant Wants to Do More to Fight Climate Change. The Inflation Reduction Act Will Help.

A Raleigh brewery and restaurant owner on President Biden and Democrats' big climate change bill, which includes billions of dollars in incentives for businesses to invest in clean energy.

David Meeker David Meeker August 31, 2022 5:38 pm EDT
Climate President Joe Biden hands the pen he used to sign the Democrats' landmark climate change and health care bill to Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., as Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer of N.Y., watches in the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Climate 5 Ways Democrats Have Helped North Carolina Under Biden’s Leadership

The Biden administration and Democrats in Congress have passed an array of bills aiming to improve the U.S. economy and infrastructure, invest in physical and mental health, and combat climate change.

Keya Vakil Keya Vakil August 18, 2022 10:49 am EDT
Climate In this Nov. 6, 2018 file photo, Rep. Ted Budd, R-NC, answers questions from the media at his election party in Bermuda Run, N.C. Budd is running for the U.S. Senate this fall. (AP Photo/Woody Marshall, File)
Climate Ted Budd ‘Chose Corporations Over Families’ By Voting Against Climate Change Bill

One of the state's top Democrats tackles U.S. Senate candidate Ted Budd's vote against the Inflation Reduction Act, which addresses climate change and healthcare costs.

Dr. Bobbie Richardson Dr. Bobbie Richardson August 17, 2022 12:45 pm EDT
Climate President Joe Biden waves as he boards Air Force One with his son Hunter Biden at Andrews Air Force Base, Md., Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022. The president and his allies enjoyed one of their most positive weeks of his term so far, including the passage of a major climate change and healthcare bill called the Inflation Reduction Act. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
Climate Here’s How the Inflation Reduction Act Helps North Carolina Families

The Democratic-led government has passed a once-in-a-generation bill to lower healthcare costs, fight climate change, and increase taxes on big corporations.

Keya Vakil Keya Vakil August 11, 2022 1:29 pm EDT

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Climate Change How to Keep Your Plants Safe in the Heat

It’s going to be hot again this weekend and even the most heat-happy plants need extra care during heat waves.

Michael McElroy Michael McElroy July 22, 2022 1:11 pm EDT
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Climate Change ‘It’s Now or Never,’ Climate Change Report Says. And the Stakes Are High for NC.

Without immediate, substantial and global action, the world will be unable to avoid an unlivable future, a major United Nations climate change report says. 

Michael McElroy Michael McElroy April 7, 2022 4:37 pm EDT