Nation Nov 12 Historically low water levels on the Mississippi River cause shipping woes By Megan Thompson, Melanie Saltzman
World Aug 28 Watch 2:14 Droughts reveal forgotten histories around the world From a submerged town in Spain to the foundations of an ancient temple in China, the global drought is uncovering artifacts and locations once lost. Nazi warships, still laden with explosives, have emerged from the Danube, and several sets of… By Geoff Bennett, Lorna Baldwin
Nation Aug 16 Colorado River cuts set to disrupt farming in Western states The move affecting Arizona and Nevada came as officials predict levels at Lake Mead, the largest U.S. reservoir, will plummet even further than they have. The cuts will place officials in those states under extraordinary pressure to plan for a… By Suman Naishadham, Sam Metz, Associated Press
Science Aug 14 Watch 4:23 Climate change is worsening heat waves in oceans. Here’s why that’s a problem This summer has seen record-high temperatures around the world, but the damaging effects of heat do not stop at the water's edge. In Europe, the Mediterranean Sea has been experiencing elevated temperatures since May, with deadly consequences for delicate underwater… By Ali Rogin, Andrew Corkery, Juliet Fuisz, Claire Mufson
Science Feb 11 Watch Economic Problems Wash Ashore as Lake Michigan’s Water Level Hits Record Low Economic Problems Wash Ashore as Lake Michigan's Water Level Hits Record Low…