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The environmental advocacy group American Rivers has released its list of the nation's top 10 endangered rivers. See which natural treasures are under threat. Pictured; the Grand River.

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The nation's top 10 endangered rivers

They are national treasures, yet some of the nation's most important waterways are under severe threat from pollution, dams & development. Here are the top 10 at risk.

  • 3:03 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Black-Footed Ferret. Courtesy: Hagerty, Ryan

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Caught on camera: America's vanishing wildlife

From the adorable Pygmy Rabbit to the gorgeous Checkerspot Butterfly, some of America's most stunning creatures are edging closer to extinction.

  • 4:04 p.m. Friday, April 20, 2012
Earth Day 2012 video: light, water, wind, earth

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Earth Day 2012 video: light, water, wind, earth

A quiet walk through nature offers moments of beauty and serenity that often go unnoticed. In celebration of Earth Day 2012, we invite you to take a few minutes to enjoy this journey through cycles of light, water, wind and earth.

  • 7:50 p.m. Thursday, April 19, 2012
For Earth Day, step away from your technology

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For Earth Day, step away from your technology

Earth Day is a time to enjoy Mother Nature and do your part to help the earth stay clean. How can you do that when you're playing games on your phone and checking out gossip sites? Gillian Pensavalle tells you why you should focus more on getting outside.

  • 7:47 p.m. Thursday, April 19, 2012
Black bear cubs rest in the sun. Photo courtesy 'Beingmyself'

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Spring awakens America's national parks

Gorgeous blooms and baby animals signal spring's arrival.

  • 1:50 p.m. Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Blooming cherry blossoms frame the Jefferson Memorial, on the Tidal Basin in Washington, Monday, March 19, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

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100th celebration of Washington's stunning cherry blossoms

The National Cherry Blossom Festival commemorates its 100th anniversary this year. The 1912 gift of 3,000 cherry trees from Toyko's mayor to the city of Washington, DC. has helped cultivate a close relationship between the two countries.

  • Updated: 8:41 a.m. Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Lou Dobbs thinks The Lorax movie is indoctrinating our kids

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Lou Dobbs thinks The Lorax movie is indoctrinating our kids

First it was Sponge Bob, then The Muppets, now Lou Dobbs thinks a Dr. Seuss character The Lorax is being used by Hollywood liberals to indoctrinate our children with an anti-industry, pro-environmental message. Nutty? Sure, but that's not even the best part.

  • 5:34 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24, 2012
Betty White speaks for the sharks

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Betty White speaks for the sharks

While promoting the new film The Lorax, Betty White took a moment to not just speak for the trees but also the predators of the deep.

  • 5:50 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2012
Time lapse footage of Northern Lights

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Time lapse footage of Northern Lights

The skies above Lapland, Finland, have been lit up with a spectacular display from the northern lights.

  • 2:21 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2012
The Indianapolis-Anderson-Columbus, IN metro area comes in tied as the 15th most polluted region according to the American Lung Association's 2011 'State of the Air' report. (Rankings based on year-round particle pollution numbers). Particle pollution refers to a mix of very tiny solid and liquid particles that are in the air we breathe. The full report is available online at: http://www.stateoftheair.org/2011/city-rankings/most-polluted-cities.html

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The cities with the dirtiest air

Does your area make this roll of dishonor?

  • 12:10 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011
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