Texas weather: Will forecasted rain put a dent in drought?
With rain forecasted for Central Texas next week, the district will continue to monitor the Edwards Aquifer.
Smoke near Lake Walter E. Long due to prescribed fire: AFD
Seeing smoke in east Austin? It could be from prescribed fires around Lake Walter E. Long, which AFD says is part of an ongoing ecological restoration project.
Aldi eliminates plastic shopping bags from US stores
Aldi has completely removed plastic shopping bags from all of its stores in the U.S., the discount supermarket chain announced.
Iceland volcano erupts again: See photos, video of lava flowing toward nearby town
The town's residents were previously evacuated from their homes in November following a series of earthquakes that led to cracks and openings in the earth.
John Kerry to step down as Biden admin climate czar: report
U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry is reportedly planning to leave the White House in the coming months and join President Biden's presidential campaign.
North Dakota coal miners unearth ancient mammoth fossil: 'Exciting find'
The well-preserved, rare fossil is believed to be at least 10,000 years old.
Microplastics found in 16 proteins sampled in study, including plant-based alternatives
A new study found microplastics in nearly 90% of proteins sampled, including plant-based meat alternatives.
Donated Christmas trees turn to mulch in Georgetown
As Christmas comes to a close, it can be bittersweet to take down the tree.
2023 finishes as warmest year on record
Heat waves plagued nearly every corner of the world in 2023, which sent temperatures into record territory.
The craziest weather records set or smashed in 2023
This past year proved that Mother Nature always seems to have some tricks up her sleeves.
Austin lakes ranked in top 10 worst places for toxic algae: study
One of the worst places in the world for toxic algae blooms is right in our own backyard. A new study gave the disconcerting title to Lady Bird Lake and Lake Austin.
Here’s how you can recycle your Christmas trees after the holidays
There are a couple of options available to dispose of your Christmas tree, and here’s what you need to know.
Recycling Christmas wrapping paper: Tips for your leftover holiday packaging
With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, some may be left wondering how to dispose of all the remnants.
Some coral species ‘remember’ how to survive ocean heat waves, study suggests
Researchers believe heat waves due to climate change will become more frequent, and understanding how some corals are able to survive is essential for future conservation efforts.
Rare hissing mushroom resurfaces in Burnet County state park
One of the rarest mushrooms in the world has resurfaced at a Texas state park. The fungus has only been documented in Texas, Oklahoma, and Japan
Holiday tree recycling: Travis County drop-off locations open Dec. 26
Travis County residents can drop off their live all-natural holidays trees for recycling at multiple locations starting Dec. 26.
Holiday tree recycling: Curbside collection, Zilker Park drop off events return
The city of Austin has been offering holiday tree recycling for over thirty years, giving Austinites' holiday trees new life as mulch and compost.
NASA: Life may exist in oceans, geysers of 17 icy exoplanets
These findings expand the search for life in the universe, as it bucks the typical approach of finding liquid water, a necessary ingredient for life.
Study suggests people are leaving some U.S. neighborhoods because of flood risks
A recent study implies that flood risk and climate change are compelling people to move from their homes to places where the threat isn’t as high.
Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer Conservation District declares Stage 4 exceptional drought
Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer declared Stage IV Exceptional Drought on Thursday, Dec. 14, after Lovelady dropped below the district's threshold for Stage IV for a 10-day span.