On the hunt for Nevada’s ‘fish lizards’
Local rock hounds and paleontologists explore the remains of an ancient sea. By Lupe Alvarez & Emma Charles / KUNR.
Climate change is costing people quality sleep
A new report from Climate Central finds that hotter night temperatures are making it harder for people to sleep. By Lupe Alvarez & Bert Johnson / KUNR.
Federal judge pauses planned land sale of Anaconda Mine in Yerington
A federal judge granted a preliminary injunction to put a planned land sale in Yerington on hold, while a lawsuit seeking to permanently block it is argued in court. By Lupe Alvarez & Bert Johnson/KUNR.
Tribal advocates voice concerns before federal hearing on the future of the Anaconda Mine
Members of the Taboosi Dikudu Tribe (Yerington Paiute Tribe) face growing health concerns from years of exposure to chemical residue. By Lupe Alvarez/KUNR.
Losing What We Have Not Found
The silent decline of caterpillars in Costa Rica. A StoryMap and documentary by Julia Donovan, Malory Shaw, Mariel Day, and Paige Newman.
Walking Through the Rainforest, Episode 1: The White-Collared Peccary
Venture into the rainforest at La Selva Research Station in Sarapiquí, Costa Rica! The first episode of this kid-friendly animal mini-docuseries features the White-Collared Peccary, a pig-like creature with a peculiar smell. By Guadalupe Alvarez, Kathleen Leslie and Josue Ponce.
Harmful Algae Bloom Task Force Encourages Public to be ‘Algae Aware’ This Summer
Naturally occurring cyanobacteria, though common in lakes and ponds, can quickly turn into a toxic algae bloom. By Lupe Alvarez/KUNR.
Hands of Healing: Nevada Nursing Students Explore Family-Led Care in Cambodia
Should hospital care be provided by nurses, or the family who knows the patient best? By Kathleen Leslie.
Photo essay: Chasing butterflies at Hunter Creek
Most people hike Hunter Creek Trail for the 30-foot waterfall. Victoria Peechatt is there for something smaller and harder to catch. By Zoie Alstad and Paige Newman.
Ecotourism in Costa Rica: A steady evolution
From January to April, 700,000 US tourists visited Costa Rica. What is behind the appeal of this destination? By Emilio Milo/KUNR.