The final threat of earthquakes in the Northwest comes from volcanic activity. The moving magma beneath the earth’s surface ...

In Hawaii, earthquakes are a common occurrence, and we should always practice earthquake preparedness. Millions of people around the world practice “DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON” annually on the third ...

The British explorer named dozens of geographical features and sites in the region, ignoring the traditions of the Indigenous ...

Sep. 24, 2024 — A mysterious type of iron-rich magma entombed within extinct volcanoes is likely abundant with rare earth elements and could offer a new way to source these in-demand metals ...

We are at a critical time and supporting climate journalism is more important than ever. Science News and our parent organization, the Society for Science, need your help to strengthen ...

Seismic activity at Mount Adams – known as Washington’s forgotten mountain -- picked up in September, getting the attention ...

Lost Dutchman State Park in Arizona offers year-round camping and hiking opportunities amidst stunning natural ...

Oregon counties will begin mailing ballots Oct ... The Oregonian/OregonLive then built a map to help Portland voters figure out which new district they are in, see which candidates will appear ...

Oregon has a Democratic trifecta and a Democratic triplex. The Democratic Party controls the offices of governor, secretary of state, attorney general, and both chambers of the state legislature. As ...

The hike starts at Tam McArthur Rim Trailhead, gains 4,000 feet of elevation and makes stops at Golden and Green lakes in ...

Taal Volcano erupted on January 12, causing multiple earthquakes, lava fountains and a huge lightning-flecked cloud, as clouds of ash were blown as far as 65km north to Manila, the capital of ...