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.
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.
Extreme weather is becoming more frequent in Costa Rica
Costa Rica relies on rainfall for its water supply. But climate change is having a significant impact By Ally Ibarra/KUNR.
Nevada Sagebrush Ecosystem Program Works to Restore Sage Grouse Habitat
A look inside an important state wildlife conservation program. By Lupe Alvarez/KUNR.
Pineapple plantations’ effect on rural Costa Rican children
In the Sarapiqui region of Costa Rica, it’s hard to walk around without seeing a pineapple or banana plantation. But is pesticide use from the plantations affecting the locals? By Malory Shaw/KUNR.
From monkeys to desert tortoises: how wildlife crossings differ from Costa Rica to Nevada
Every year, thousands of animals are killed on Nevada’s roads. Costa Rica is facing a similar problem. By Kathleen Leslie/KUNR.