Researchers, patients optimistic in fight against alpha-gal syndrome
A support group and a lab in the St. Louis area provide resources for people with the allergy to mammal products — and evidence that its effects can be reversed.
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Desk journalists reflect on the Society of Environmental Journalists conference in Arizona
Finding solutions to the wetlands crisis
More stories from our new Desk series, "Down the Drain," which explores wetlands in the river basin
The many problems wetlands face
Inside our new Desk series, "Down the Drain," exploring wetlands in the river basin
Exploring wetlands in our new series, "Down the Drain"
Our latest collaborative reporting project digs into the wonder of wetlands and threats to their future across the river basin
Canoeing the "wild" parts of the Mississippi
Desk reporters Lucas Dufalla and Phillip Powell reflect on our relationship with nature
Making connections to share our reporting
Desk reporter Madeline Heim on the importance of building relationships with our audiences
Science on ice
Desk reporter Madeline Heim shares an adventure in ice science and why we may miss a frozen river
Tik-Talking: Missouri farmers bond over discussions about USDA grant cuts
Viral TikToks about farming and federal grant freezes lead to millions watching videos about farm impacts
An editor’s dispatch from the lower basin
Desk journalists gather in Louisiana for a field reporting trip
Landmark habitat restoration, if the funding comes through
The Lower Mississippi River’s largest ecosystem restoration project got the federal go-ahead