2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
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2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
A year ago, Michigan was expecting a windfall of federal funds to fuel a transition to clean energy, along with billions of dollars' worth of green manufacturing projects subsidized by the Biden administration's climate spending bills.
"You couldn't put your finger in the water," said the lead author of the study, which spotlights the impacts of planetary warming on aquatic ecosystems.
Leaf-peeping season has arrived in the Northeast and beyond, but weeks of drought have dulled this year's autumn colors and sent leaves fluttering to the ground earlier than usual.
One person was dead and two missing in western Alaska after the remnants of Typhoon Halong brought hurricane-force winds and ravaging storm surges and floodwaters to the region.
Crucial for marine life and the global economy, coral reefs are the planet's first major environmental system to cross a climate "tipping point" as the world warms.
Do you reach for chilled sodas and frozen treats when it gets hot? A new study from Nature Climate Change journal found Americans consume more added sugar when temperatures rise.
Environmental groups and independent scientists are criticizing a report assembled by a small team of well-known climate skeptics selected by Energy Secretary Chris Wright.
Alaska's capital of Juneau faced record floodwaters due to rainwater and snowmelt flowing downstream from a basin dammed by the Mendenhall Glacier.
On average, Southwest Michigan loses more than a foot of shoreline every year. But one specific area in Berrien County lost 75 feet in four years.
A heat dome is trapping over 90 million Americans in extreme temperatures this week with the National Weather Service issuing heat alerts from Nebraska to Florida.
The proposed rollback of emissions regulations is part of the Trump administration's efforts to repeal rules that aim to address climate change.
The "ice battery" system freezes water at night when the cost of electricity is low. Then, during the day, when the price is high, the building is cooled with the previous night's ice instead of using expensive electricity.
Extreme weather linked to climate change will likely lead to more Americans losing their homes as foreclosure rates rise, researchers predict.
High temperatures and rising electricity costs could boost home energy bills by 6% this summer, a new report says.
Early season heat waves gripping the Central and Southern United States are bringing attention to the health dangers of high temperatures during pregnancy.
34 million people live in one of these major U.S. cities that's sinking, new research shows. See if your area is on the list — and how quickly the land is moving.
The Justice Department is suing two states over their planned lawsuits against fossil fuel companies for harms caused by climate change.
As climate change warms rivers, the fishing industry is increasingly threatened. One nonprofit shows how it's helping to save the fishing-tourism economy.
As climate change worsens pollen seasons, these U.S. cities top the list for 2025, according to a new report from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
Two-thirds of Americans support a transition to clean energy by 2050, and 3 out of 4 support regulating carbon emissions, according to a long-running Yale study. These maps show the results.
Some 880 employees of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration were laid off on Thursday, a congressional source told CBS News.
The demonstration comes as the Trump administration continues to cut down the federal workforce.
Saturday's demonstration comes as the Trump administration continues to cut down the federal workforce.
Nonprofit groups are working to distribute essential supplies to those impacted by the fires across the Los Angeles area.
The Allen Park Police Department in Michigan has shared information about a missing person who was last seen early Thursday.
Two police officers in Highland Park, Michigan, were injured in a crash involving two of the city's own patrol cars, the Michigan State Police said Sunday morning.
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the Milano Cortina Games, is in stable condition after her crash.
The Detroit Police Department is seeking the public's help in finding a 52-year-old woman who went missing on Thursday.
Barbecue lovers are trying to save an iconic Detroit business in danger of closing for good on Sunday.
Barbecue lovers are trying to save an iconic Detroit business in danger of closing for good on Sunday.
Two police officers in Highland Park, Michigan, were injured in a crash involving two of the city's own patrol cars, the Michigan State Police said Sunday morning.
Fire Chief Joseph Murray says they were in contact with the driver and are not aware of any injuries.
The Allen Park Police Department in Michigan has shared information about a missing person who was last seen early Thursday.
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the Milano Cortina Games, is in stable condition after her crash.
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Lead singer and frontman Dee Snider said he suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Many Super Bowl 60 ads are already online, along with teasers for commercials that will be unveiled during the NFL championship on Feb. 8.
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the Milano Cortina Games, is in stable condition after her crash.
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Daniss Jenkins scored 18 points in his last game as a two-way player and the Detroit Pistons routed New York 118-80 on Friday night to end the Knicks' winning streak at eight games.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Legionella testing at Oakland County government facilities has detected the bacteria in the water systems of two additional buildings.
When the temperatures plummet, and the snow starts piling up, most of us have the same instinct: retreat indoors, crank up the heat, and get cozy.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan has started to offer vasectomy services in Grand Rapids, with plans to expand the procedure across the state.
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the Milano Cortina Games, is in stable condition after her crash.
Terrance Gore, a former outfielder and three-time World Series champion known for his blazing speed on the base paths, has died at 34 years old, according to Major League Baseball officials.
Ryan's father led the Jets from 2009-14, including back-to-back appearances in the AFC Championship Game.
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
Huntington Place CEO Bryan Crowe and his team have been preparing to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Detroit Auto Show this week.
Another cold night before warmer air moves in
Investigators were back at the home of Nancy Guthrie on Friday, nearly a week after she went missing. They were seen taking a closer look at the roof of her house and at a car in Tucson, Arizona. Andres Gutierrez shares details about the ongoing search for the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie.
Parks Old Style Bar-B-Q in Detroit's North End neighborhood is in danger of closing after 60 years of business. Veronica Ortega spoke to people who lined up outside in cold conditions to give patronage to the business.
Hundreds of students stepped into the spotlight at Cass Technical High School on Saturday for the Detroit Public Schools Community District Spelling Bee. Teachers say the competition is about more than just spelling.
A parking garage in Dearborn that partially caved in Friday night was still very dangerous almost a day after the incident, according to city officials. Julia Avant spoke with Dearborn Fire Chief Joseph Murray about a motorist who was rescued around two hours after the collapse.