Urban rat populations have surged dramatically in recent years, with some cities experiencing increases of nearly 400%, ...

The researchers analyzed rat complaints and inspection reports for 16 cities that had consistent, long-term data available. More than two-thirds of those cities saw a significant increase in rat ...

Global warming is worsening droughts, making sea levels rise, and fueling deadly storms. Now scientists have a new problem to add to that list: Climate change is helping rat populations thrive in U.S.

In the first study of its kind, scientists found a correlation between climate change and a rise in urban rat populations.

In concept, the public supports battery-powered cars, windmills, and solar farms to shrink California's carbon footprint. But some also see a downside.

Although numerous other colleges and universities across the nation require climate change–focused coursework, SF State officials said in a news release that its focus on climate justice, or “the ...

When an iconic painting is in need of restoration, it is usually taken to a studio to be worked on in seclusion.

The 67-year-old mother of three adult daughters, who grew up in Terre Haute, serves as mayor of Corte Madera, California.