May 17 Watch 8:01 Should Native Americans control national parks? Examining an argument for reparations By Stephanie Sy, Alison Thoet Trekking to and through a national park is one of the joys of an American summer. As COVID restrictions lift, millions are expected to explore the great outdoors. Now, a provocative article examines the deeper history of how these parks… Continue watching
Aug 04 WATCH: Trump signs Great American Outdoors Act By Darlene Superville, Associated Press President Donald Trump has signed into law legislation that will devote nearly $3 billion annually to conservation projects, outdoor recreation and maintenance of national parks and other public lands. Continue reading
Jul 22 Congress passes sprawling plan to boost conservation, parks By Matthew Daly, Associated Press Supporters say the measure, known as the Great American Outdoors Act, would be the most significant conservation legislation enacted in nearly 50 years. Continue reading
Jul 22 Sierra Club calls out founder John Muir for racist views By Brian Melley, Associated Press The Oakland, California-based environmental group said Wednesday that Muir was part of the group's history perpetuating white supremacy. Continue reading
Jun 17 Watch 4:56 The Senate just passed a historic environmental bill. Here's what's in it The U.S. Senate on Wednesday overwhelmingly passed an act that provides funding for national parks and public lands. Lisa Desjardins joins Judy Woodruff to discuss the details of the legislation, including where the money will come from, and what else… Continue watching
Jun 17 Senate approves $2.8 billion plan to boost conservation, parks By Matthew Daly, Associated Press The Senate has approved a bipartisan bill that would double spending on a popular conservation program and devote nearly $2 billion a year to improve and maintain national parks. Continue reading
Mar 31 Calls mount to close Grand Canyon after resident gets virus By Felicia Fonseca Members of Congress and city, county and tribal officials have urged the Interior Department to approve a request from the park to close. Continue reading
Mar 24 Major national parks close to fight virus outbreak By Mead Gruver, Brady McCombs, Associated Press Other parks that remain open have closed shuttles, campgrounds, visitor centers and some trails to prevent the spread of COVID-19. … Continue reading
Mar 24 Watch 2:46 News Wrap: Afghan leaders trade blame for possible cut in U.S. aid In our news wrap Tuesday, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani and rival Abdullah Abdullah traded blame for a possible $1 billion reduction of U.S. aid. Sec. of State Mike Pompeo made the threat after meeting with them in Kabul. Also, The… Continue watching
Mar 19 National parks are free, but some oppose that amid the outbreak By Brady McCombs, James Anderson, Associated Press Entry fees have been eliminated, but many parks are closing visitor centers, shuttles and lodges to fight the spread of the virus. Gateway towns, however, fear they couldn't handle a local outbreak. Continue reading