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Pollen Explained: The Living Organism Behind Your Allergies
May 8, 2026, 12:29 pm EDT
Pollen may be widely disliked, but it is a living, essential part of plant reproduction, carrying genetic material through the air to create new growth across millions of ecosystems.
Which State Has the Worst Air Quality in America?
April 28, 2026, 4:25 pm EDT
Air quality impacts your health every single day, but most Americans are breathing air that falls below global standards. Discover which state has the worst air quality in the country and why wildfires, traffic and industrial pollution are major contributors. Find out which three states are the only ones meeting World Health Organization guidelines and see where your state ranks on the list. Understanding air quality could change how you think about where you live.
Spring Ushers In Extreme Pollen Across Deep South, Southeast
April 21, 2026, 12:11 pm EDT
Spring has officially sprung, but we all know the new season ushers in an unwelcome visitor: pollen.
The Secret Life Of Pollen
April 13, 2026, 12:00 pm EDT
Pollen may be widely disliked, but it is a living, essential part of plant reproduction, carrying genetic material through the air to create new growth across millions of ecosystems. As shifting weather, plant species and regional conditions reshape when and how pollen spreads, understanding its role can help explain both the rhythms of nature and the timing of your symptoms.
Maine, Wyoming, Hawaii Home To Top Cities For Clean Air
October 11, 2025, 12:00 pm EDT
The 2025 “State of the Air” report highlights bright spots where clean air still prevails, with Honolulu and Casper, Wyoming tying for the best air in the nation. Other top performers include Cheyenne, Anchorage, St. George, Bozeman, Bangor, and parts of Maui—but the list of clean-air cities is shrinking as nearly half of Americans now live in areas that earned a failing grade.
EPA Data Shows These US Cities Have The Worst Air Pollution
September 25, 2025, 12:00 pm EDT
Nearly 156 million Americans—including those in Bakersfield, Fresno, Visalia, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Detroit, Cleveland, Houston, Fairbanks, and Eugene—are now living with dangerous levels of air pollution, according to the State of the Air 2025 report. The American Lung Association warns that extreme wildfires, drought, and rising heat are driving year-round particle pollution to record highs, putting millions at greater risk for lung disease, heart issues, and early death.
Which Cities Have The Cleanest And Dirtiest Air?
June 9, 2025, 6:01 pm EDT
Using data from the World Air Quality Index, home publication HouseFresh set out to find which cities worldwide have the highest number of days where pollution levels are low enough to consider the air quality “good.” And, conversely, writers from the publication examined which cities have the most days of bad air. Here’s what the data says. To read the full report, click here .
Wildfire Smoke Continues To Linger For Great Lakes
June 4, 2025, 5:31 pm EDT
Canadian wildfire smoke continues to linger across parts of the Great Lakes midweek. This poses air quality concerns for sensitive groups and the general public. Those of you in places like Chicago, Milwaukee, Green Bay and Marquette should monitor air quality alerts closely. For much of the rest of the eastern U.S., smoke aloft will continue to make for hazy skies and stunning sunsets. Here’s what you need to know.
Smoke Still Impacting Air Quality In Midwest, Great Lakes
June 4, 2025, 11:10 am EDT
Air quality alerts are still in effect for parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan on Tuesday as a thick plume of smoke is expected to impact air quality. The air could become unhealthy to very unhealthy for everyone in places like Minneapolis, Duluth, La Crosse and Eau Claire. It’s recommended to avoid outdoor activities if you live in this region, especially if you have respiratory issues. Smoke can still be seen across much of the eastern U.S., but this smoke remains aloft. Expect a hazy, milky sky along with more colorful sunrises and sunsets as far south as the Gulf Coast.
Canadian Wildfire Smoke Could Hurt Indoor Air Quality, Too
June 3, 2025, 6:29 am EDT
Wildfires from Canada have spread dangerous smoke to the Midwest, affecting indoor air quality and prompting the need for extra safety measures.

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