Toxic gas warning as lava from Spanish island's volcano hits sea
After 10 days scorching homes and forcing evacuations, the wall of lava from the Cumbre Vieja volcano is finally oozing off the shores of La Palma island.
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Air pollution linked to nearly 6 million premature births in 2019
Ambient air pollution contributed to an estimated 12,000 premature births in the United States in 2019.
NYC sets vaccine deadline for school staff
A federal judge said New York City, the nation's largest school district, can mandate that all school employees be vaccinated or be fired. Errol Barnett has the latest.
Massive fireball traveling 32,000 mph caught on video
At least five fireballs seen over the U.S. in the same night and 80 people reported the one over North Carolina.
Landsat Earth observation satellite launched into orbit
Landsat 9 will replace an older satellite to monitor Earth's environment – documenting everything from crops to deforestation to sea level rise.
Elements in Lake Superior turn glass into art
Artists near Lake Superior scavenge glass that washes ashore and use it to create jewelry and unique pictures. The makeup of the lake’s waters impart unique colors onto the glass. WCCO’s John Lauritsen has the story.
California State Fair adding cannabis award
The California State Fair will add a "cannabis cultivation" category to its annual competitions beginning next year. Kurtis Ming has more.
New U.S. COVID cases drop after summer spike
New COVID-19 cases in the U.S. are declining, but hospitals are still being strained in areas with low vaccination rates. While 70 million Americans remain unvaccinated, some have begun receiving booster shots. Lila Luciano has more.
Volcano eruption displaces thousands in Spain
The Spanish island of La Palma is still reeling from a volcanic eruption that began one week ago. Spreading ash and lava caused the local airport to shut down and roughly 6,000 people remain displaced.
“Mass timber” construction method booming
Architects and engineers are turning to an environmentally-friendly material known as “mass timber” to construct buildings. Mass timber, which is made of planks of wood glued together and stacked perpendicularly, emits less carbon than using steel, iron and cement. Roxana Saberi has more.
Abdul El-Sayed, Mike Rogers make final pitch to Michigan voters
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U.S. sanctions push Cuba to the brink, with healthcare at risk
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