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A forested wetland in New Bern, with still water reflecting trees and a partly cloudy sky, showing the dense vegetation and natural floodplain landscape.

Environmental Health

When wetlands disappear, flood risks rise

by Will Atwater January 22, 2026January 23, 2026

Grassy wetland clearing with tall grasses, young pine saplings, and a dense pine forest under a partly cloudy sky.

Environmental Health

New year, new definition: Feds set to limit water protections

by Coastal Review Online January 10, 2026

A man dressed in a dark shirt and dark pants points at an image on a slide presentation that he is giving.

Environmental Health

PFAS, microplastics and what comes next for North Carolina’s water

by Will Atwater January 7, 2026January 7, 2026

State Health Policy

From child welfare to climate: Top NC health stories to watch in 2026

by Rose Hoban, Will Atwater, Jaymie Baxley, Anne Blythe, Rachel Crumpler, Jennifer Fernandez and Taylor Knopf January 2, 2026January 2, 2026

year in review photos include a hog farm, atrium health, opioid testing and a dental office

Environmental Health

What are some stories that grabbed readers in 2025?

by Will Atwater, Anne Blythe, Michelle Crouch and Taylor Knopf December 30, 2025

Plastic bottles and other trash are caught among tree branches and debris along the edge of a creek, partially submerged in shallow water.

Environmental Health

Plastic waste is costing society billions, Duke study finds

by Will Atwater December 12, 2025December 12, 2025