Conservation

Up To Third Of Wisconsin's Wolves Killed After Removal From Endangered Species List

The state ended its wolf hunt after just three days earlier this year when hunters killed at least 216 wolves in about 60 hours.
By 

Idaho Gov’s Office Struck Assurance That Bill Wouldn’t ‘Decimate’ Wolves

"Wolf management is a polarizing and emotional topic for many," read a line that was ultimately cut.
By 

Birds Are Dying Of A Bizarre Mystery Illness In 6 States, D.C.

Hundreds of birds have suffered swollen eyes and strange symptoms from a deadly ailment — and no one knows for sure what it is.
By 

Idaho Gov. Signs Bill To Allow Killing 90% Of State's Wolves

Environmental groups, and even the state's own Fish and Game Department, opposed the measure that would permit the deaths of more than 1,000 wolves.
By 

Burger Bans And Land Grabs: The Right's Deceptive War Against Biden’s Climate Goals

Republicans in Congress are parroting an anti-conservation group's talking points about the White House's goal of protecting 30% of lands and waters by 2030.
By 

Idaho Senate OKs Bill To Kill Up To 90% Of The State's Wolves

Conservationists slammed the bill as incentivizing the "cruel deaths" of more than 1,000 wolves.
By Keith Ridler, AP

4 Gray Whales Found Dead In San Francisco Bay Area In 9 Days

One of the whales found washed up on the beach was struck by a ship, while the causes of death for the others is unknown.
By Olga R. Rodriguez, AP

Montana Governor Violates Hunting Regulations

Gov. Greg Gianforte violated his state’s hunting regulations to trap and kill a gray wolf.
By 

Monarch Butterfly Population In Mexico Drops By More Than A Quarter

Monarch butterflies migrating to Mexico's forests for the winter are down by 26% since last year.
By Reuters

Brian Williams Blasts Trump For Obsessing Over Water Pressure Instead Of COVID-19

"Would we have 300,000 dead if he’d been this diligent, this persistent about our uncontrolled pandemic?" the MSNBC host asked.
By