Studies show that two out of every three Americans are in favor of more nuclear power plants — but are they ready to have them in their own backyards?

While hurricanes, floods, and tornados are terrifying, extreme heat kills more Americans on average than any other extreme weather event. That’s why it’s crucial to keep cool during blistering hot days.

In states and cities across the country, governments are encouraging — and sometimes even paying — fishermen and hunters to go after certain invasive species that wreak havoc on local ecosystems.

In the short term, burying nuclear waste is considered safe — but concerns about the long-term risks could make some people worried about having it near their homes.