Eric Whitney
Stories
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National
With Democratic Senator Jon Tester's loss in Montana, Republicans take full control
Montana not only went enthusiastically for Trump for a third time, but took the last statewide seat held by a Democrat. Senator Jon Tester's defeat caps a years-long quest to erase purple from Montana's map.
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National
Female wildland firefighters organize for more support at work
Women in the federal wildland firefighting corps are organizing so they don't have to give up their often arduous, itinerant jobs when they have kids, and can continue climbing their chosen career ladder.
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Environment
A small, silver lining to the Colorado River drought
Land re-emerging from dried out reservoirs seems to be thriving with native plants. They're out-competing invasive weeds that are choking the river elsewhere.
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Climate
In Phoenix, heat-related deaths are declining even in record-high temperatures
Phoenix continues to set heat records, the latest for most days at or above 110 degrees in a year. But heat-related deaths are also declining for the first time in decades.
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National
Yellowstone National Park wants to grow its bison herd. Montana is threatening to sue
Every year, millions of visitors come to Yellowstone National Park to see bison roam free. The Park says there's room for more — but the neighboring state of Montana is threatening to sue.
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National
80 years ago, Smokey Bear taught Americans about fire safety. Is he still relevant?
The famous symbol of fire prevention turns 80. But fire ecologists say that his message is outdated.
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National
With a possible second Trump term looming, some DACA recipients are taking risks
DACA recipients are legally allowed to live and work in the U.S. However, the possibility of a second Trump presidency brings a lot of uncertainty for the over half a million DACA permit holders.
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Arts & Life
An inside look at the Navajo weaving tradition, passed down through generations
Navajo weavings can bring thousands at auction, but the tribe's textile tradition is about far more than earning money. It's about preserving and transferring culture across generations.