Environmental activists have a new tactic: protesting outside shareholder meetings of major energy gas firms. In May, protestors gathered outside ExxonMobil's annual meeting to scream "keep it in the ground."

These demonstrations are part of a larger effort to bully major institutions, like universities and pensions, into selling their fossil-fuel stocks. As green hero Bill McKibben explained, "[It's] time for shareholders of conscience to simply break ties."

The Environmental Protection Agency's latest report on greenhouse gas emissions demonstrates shrewd political strategy -- and a wanton disregard for objective science.

Using a questionable methodology, the EPA found that the nation's methane emissions have been dramatically higher in recent years than previously thought. And for the EPA, this is a story with a villain: In a major departure from earlier studies, this year's report claims the oil and gas industry is the nation's chief methane culprit.

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Lost pet tips during firework season

What would you do if you lost or found a pet during the July 24 celebrations?

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The Humane Society of Utah Adoptions and Foster Departments will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the Clinic will be open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, July 2

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, in observance of Pioneer Day.

Challenges for Black People: Part II

WASHINGTON – Keeping elementary and middle school aged children entertained in the summertime can be fun – and promote learning too! The Episcopal Center for Children (ECC), a nonprofit organization serving children with special needs ages 5-14 in the Washington, DC area, offers a list of fun things you can do with your child that reinforce learning too.

STATEMENT: Landmark Moab Master Leasing Plan shows how collaborative approach to public lands benefits energy development and outdoor recreation economy

In response to the release of the Final Environmental Impact Statement on the Moab Master Leasing Plan (MLP), the Center for Western Priorities released the following statement:

Jesse Prentice-Dunn, Advocacy Director:

EPA's Emissions Report Trades Science for Politics
By Jeff Stier

The Environmental Protection Agency's latest report on greenhouse gas emissions demonstrates shrewd political strategy -- and a wanton disregard for objective science.

Using a questionable methodology, the EPA found that the nation's methane emissions have been dramatically higher in recent years than previously thought. And for the EPA, this is a story with a villain: In a major departure from earlier studies, this year's report claims the oil and gas industry is the nation's chief methane culprit.

Navigating the Credit Maze: How to Find the Right Credit Card for You

Nonprofit credit counseling agency Take Charge America shares 8 tips for credit card shopping

PHOENIX – (July 13, 2016) – Credit cards are a tricky business.On one hand, we are cautioned against them and warned about debt pitfalls. On the other, you need credit to take out a mortgage or auto loan, rent a home or even secure employment.