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Jun 30

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Supreme Court restricts the EPA’s authority to mandate carbon emissions reductions

Updated June 30, 2022 at 10:30 AM ET The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday dealt a major blow to the Environmental Protection Agency’s power to regulate carbon emissions that cause climate change. The decision by the conservative court majority sets the stage for further limitations on the regulatory power of other agencies as well. By […]

By Nina Totenberg

Jun 30

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Supreme Court restricts the EPA’s authority

By Nina Totenberg

Jun 27

Environment

AG Daniel Cameron joins 14 states to oppose EPA rules reducing smog

Ky.'s Attorney General wrote to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on behalf of 14 states to oppose rules that would reduce ozone pollution.

By Ryan Van Velzer

Jun 27

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AG Daniel Cameron opposes EPA rules reducing smog

Ryan Van Velzer

Jun 23

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Gov. Andy Beshear declares state of emergency on gas prices

In a news conference Thursday, Beshear said he hoped the measure would help relieve the burden of rising gas prices on Kentuckians.

By Divya Karthikeyan

Jun 23

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Gov. Beshear declares state of emergency on gas prices

Divya Karthikeyan

Jun 22

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Louisville’s ozone pollution is improving, but is it enough for the EPA?

Louisville’s Air Pollution Control District released a proposal Wednesday arguing the region now meets the EPA’s standards for ozone pollution.

By Ryan Van Velzer

Jun 22

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Louisville ozone pollution down, which could mean cheaper gas

Ryan Van Velzer

Jun 22

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Marion officials working to resolve water shortage after state emergency declaration

Officials in the Crittenden County seat are working to overcome a water shortage as summer gets off a hot start across Kentucky. The shortage in Marion stems from an attempt to drain Lake George, the city-run system’s primary water source, to prevent an uncontrolled breach after erosion that later developed into a sinkhole in the levee […]

By Derek Operle

Jun 22

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Marion officials working to resolve water shortage

Derek Operle

Jun 21

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PFAS found throughout Ohio River in new study

The same man-made chemicals that coat non-stick pans and waterproof clothing are also commonly found in the Ohio River, according to a new study.

By Ryan Van Velzer

Jun 21

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PFAS found throughout Ohio River, new study finds

Ryan Van Velzer

Jun 20

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EPA denies Beshear request to waive Louisville gas requirements

The EPA has denied Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear’s request to temporarily waive reformulated gas requirements for the Louisville Metro area.

By Ryan Van Velzer

Jun 20

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EPA denies Beshear request to waive Louisville gas requirements

Ryan Van Velzer

Jun 17

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Louisville sweats out a sweltering, summer heat wave

A sweltering heat wave took hold of Louisville this week. On Wednesday, the city broke a century-old record with a daily high of 97 degrees.

By Ryan Van Velzer

Jun 17

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Louisville sweats out a sweltering, summer heat wave

Ryan Van Velzer

Jun 15

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‘Forever chemicals’ threaten drinking water across Kentucky

At least 38 utilities have potentially unsafe levels of PFAS chemicals in the drinking water, according to a revised EPA health advisory.

By Ryan Van Velzer

Jun 15

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‘Forever chemicals’ threaten Kentucky's drinking water

Ryan Van Velzer

Jun 13

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Cooling centers open to help Louisville residents beat the heat

More than two dozen centers are open to help Louisville residents survive scorching temperatures this week.

By Michael J. Collins

Jun 13

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Cooling centers open across Louisville

Michael J. Collins

Jun 13

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More than 50 million people in the U.S. are under excessive heat warnings

A lead forecaster with the National Weather Service said the heat will move east towards the Mississippi River Valley over the coming days.

By Dustin Jones, NPR

Jun 13

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Over 50 million in the U.S. under excessive heat warnings

Dustin Jones, NPR

Jun 6

Environment

LG&E attorneys dismiss public comments on 15-year plan as ‘not constructive’

Attorneys for the utility have received “unusually voluminous” comments on its 15-year plan as the public pushes it to act on climate change.

By Ryan Van Velzer

Jun 6

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LG&E attorneys call criticism of 15-year plan ‘not constructive’

Ryan Van Velzer

Jun 5

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Meteorologist Tawana Andrew says all signs point to another busy hurricane season

Hurricane season began June 1 and ends November 30.

By Bill Burton

Jun 5

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Meteorologist Tawana Andrew: prepare for a busy hurricane season

Bill Burton

Jun 3

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Heavy industry and sewer odors disrupt life in West End neighborhoods

Over the last two years, one ZIP code in Louisville reported more noxious smells than any other. Residents report burning eyes, sore throats and headaches.

By Ryan Van Velzer and Justin Hicks

Jun 3

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Heavy industry and sewer odors disrupt life in West End neighborhoods

Ryan Van Velzer and Justin Hicks

May 31

Environment

Beargrass Creek restoration project reaches major milestone

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District has agreed to a $121 million plan to restore Beargrass Creek, the city’s most polluted urban stream.

By Ryan Van Velzer

May 31

Environment

Beargrass Creek restoration project reaches major milestone

Ryan Van Velzer