What to know about Trump's interests in Greenland, Panama Canal

Trump has made several suggestions this week of ways to redraw the map. Here’s what to know about his interest in Greenland, the Panama Canal, Canada and the “Gulf of America.”

Jimmy Carter: The first ‘green’ president

Former President Jimmy Carter will be widely remembered as a champion of conservation, but perhaps fewer know just how much he did to preserve his home state of Georgia and beyond.

These are the ways you can reduce waste during the holidays

The holidays are a time for fun, but it can also result in excess waste that can affect the environment and here are some eco-friendly options to consider.

Lost penguin’s 2,000-mile journey to Australia ends with return to Southern Ocean

The emperor penguin, dubbed Gus, had somehow swam over 2,000 miles from his icy home and was found on a sun-drenched beach in Denmark, Western Australia, earlier this month.

Fall colors: A look inside the majesty and science behind autumnal foliage
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It's the time of year when the Midwest really shines. The temperatures are cooler and the fall colors are magical. FOX 32 meteorologist Mike Caplan has a look inside their beauty and the science behind season.

These are the greenest cities in the US, study shows

The study compared the 100 largest cities across 28 key "green" indicators to determine which cities engaged in cleaner, more sustainable habits to preserve the planet.

Chicago's Trump Tower violated environmental laws, judge rules
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A?Cook County judge ruled on Monday that?Trump International Hotel & Tower violated the?Illinois Environmental Protection Act.

Skokie begins electrifying municipal fleet with $45K ComEd grant

The Village of Skokie received a $45,000 check from ComEd to help cover the costs of electric vehicles for its public works, police, and fire departments.

Chicago Botanic Garden showcases plant conservation
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From now through Sept. 22, the Chicago Botanic Garden is hosting a Lost and Found exhibit. Vistors can explore experiential trails that blend art with science.

Wildfire smoke pours across America bringing haze from coast to coast

Hundreds of wildfires burning across the western U.S. and Canada are spewing dense smoke that is being carried hundreds, if not thousands, of miles away.