As we reflect on current climate conditions, years quite like this may soon be considered mild. On July 14, 2026, Minneapolis construction workers experienced extreme heat warnings, a situation captured vividly in Ellen Schmidt’s photo. With a line blurring continents, my communication with an old friend in Northern England highlighted similar climate concerns. Northern England […]
Current years like this might soon be considered mild compared to what’s ahead. On July 14, 2026, at 8:28 p.m. EDT, there was an extreme heat warning in Minneapolis. Under such conditions, a local construction worker was seen rinsing his hands, a scene captured by Ellen Schmidt for the Associated Press. Reported by Satish Desai […]
The Minnesota Reformer is an independent, nonprofit news organization focused on providing Minnesotans with important news that others might overlook. Recently, a friend in Northern England experienced record-breaking temperatures, highlighting severe global climate events. The Eastern United States, including Minneapolis, faced a harsh heat wave in early July 2026. Amid this, a construction worker there […]
The European Union, despite efforts spanning decades to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels, has continued to import substantial levels of natural gas from Russia. The reliance on Russian natural gas has reportedly reached unprecedented levels, partly due to the bloc’s policies which have inadvertently supported this growth. Within the first half of this year, […]
As extreme weather intensifies and power outages become more frequent, having reliable backup power is crucial. Options range from portable battery banks to full-house systems. These solutions are vital for maintaining power for medical devices, cellphones, and other appliances. Choosing the Right Backup Power Noah Kittner, from the University of North Carolina’s Gillings School of […]
President Donald Trump has significantly reduced the size of two contested national monuments, leading to renewed debates over conservation, public lands, and presidential power. On Monday, Trump used executive orders to shrink Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments in southern Utah. These actions remove nearly 3 million acres from monument protection, going beyond reductions […]
On her daily walks along Sheridan Road in Winnetka, Teri Weber often enjoys the views of Lake Michigan. However, during a stroll on the 400 block of Sheridan, she suddenly faced an unusual experience. Red-winged blackbirds began dive-bombing her without warning. “The first one came from behind, and then the second one came toward my […]
Negotiations over the future operations of the Colorado River remain unresolved. Water levels at key reservoirs, Lake Mead and Lake Powell, are far below historical averages. Policymakers, water managers, and researchers are considering various proposals to stabilize the river system. Dwindling Water Levels The reservoirs face pressure from over two decades of drought in the […]
In Pasadena, California, activists have chained themselves to trees at John Muir High School as a last resort to prevent their removal. Their actions follow weeks of vigilance, aiming to protect three American sweet gum trees slated for cutting by the Pasadena Unified School District. This effort is part of a broader conflict concerning nearly […]
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The rising energy demands of artificial intelligence are renewing interest in fossil fuels. However, supporters of renewable energy are advocating for data centers to be powered by eco-friendly sources. Lawmakers in states with robust climate policies want data centers to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In states with weaker climate directives, […]