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New Chemical Claims To Protect Ash Trees
"Tree-Age" designed to destroy Emerald Ash Borer adults and larva. Video Video
New Program Offers Rewards For Recycling
One Tri-State community is test driving a new recycling program that awards families with valuable coupons that can be redeemed at stores and businesses. Video Video
City's Environmental Justice Ordinance Could Break New Ground
Proposed ordinance would protect residents from pollution in their neighborhoods. Video Video
Earth Day Observed In Butler County
The county's environmental agencies joined forces with some businesses to promote protecting our planet. Video Video
Cincinnati Mayor Issues Recycling Challenge
Cincinnati Mayor Mark Mallory is issuing an eco-friendly challenge to city residents. Video Video
Fuel Prices Reach Record Highs
The high cost of fuel isn't just affecting drivers in the city and suburbs. Video Video
Moth Treatments Coming To Butler And Hamilton Counties
The Ohio Department of Agriculture will be conducting aerial treatments to prevent the growth of the gypsy moth. Video Video
Monroe Planning Commission Approves Preliminary REX Pipeline Plan
The company still has to provide a final plan to the city. Video Video
Gov't Raises Safety Questions About Chemical In Plastics
A chemical used to make water bottles, baby bottles and other shatterproof plastic containers could be linked to a range of hormonal problems. Video Video
Macy's Goes Green With Reusable Tote Bags
Federal Agency Says REX Pipeline "Okay" For Environment
Officials want to start construction in the summer and have the pipeline in service by July 2009. Video Video
Lights Out For 'Earth Hour' This Saturday
It's the night the "lights go out in Georgia" – along with a few other places. Video Video
Living Green: Apex Technology Solutions Helps Recycle Home Electronics
Apex Technology Solutions in Florence focuses on the recycling of home and business electronics. Video Video
New Features, Nuxhall Tributes On Reds Opening Day
Ol' Left Hander to be honored; Reds go Green; fans to be safer at Great American Ballpark. Video Video
Covington Passes Hillside Development Protections
City commissioners voted unanimously to pass an emergency ordinance. Video Video
Living Green: Go Green, Recycle In Hamilton Co.
Hamilton County agency reminds us that recycling is a "loop" -- not a straight line. Video Video
Living Green: Rewarding Top Recycling Communities In Butler Co.
Would you participate in a challenge to raise money for your community? Video Video
"Hyper-Miling:" Driving Differently Can Cost Less
What if you knew there was a way to save money just by driving differently? Video Video
Living Green:  "Trash For Cash" Project In Boone County
Boone County has a project called "Trash for Cash" where they'll pay you to pick up litter! Video Video
Lawmakers Maneuver In Attempt To Halt Mountaintop Mining
Lawmakers in Kentucky have begun hearings on a proposal that could effectively halt mountaintop removal coal mining.
Decision On REX Gas Pipeline In Butler, Warren Cos. Delayed
Some local property owners don't want it because pipes could be in their backyards. Video Video
Robert Kennedy, Jr. Speaks At NKU About Green Politics
He spoke one-on-one with 9News before his lecture, saying the environmental infrastructure is in trouble. Video Video
Christ Hospital Goes Green
Officials with the hospital said its recycling program netted the hospital an additional $300,000 in 2007. Video Video
Joint Commission Laments Lack Of Update To Great Lakes Agreement
TORONTO (AP) -- A binational organization that gives advice on how to care for the Great Lakes says it's disappointed and frustrated with the federal governments of Canada and the United States.
Sharonville City Council Denies Plan For Development
Sharonville city council has turned down a proposed Fischer Homes' plan to build a new subdivision Video Video
Mason To Install LED Bulbs In Traffic Lights
If you drive through the City of Mason, you may soon notice things looking a little brighter
Nations Work To Refine Road Map For Facing Climate Change
HONOLULU (AP) -- Delegates from the nations that emit the most pollutants worked Thursday to advance discussions on how the world can combat global climate change
Officials Wonder What Derailed Futuregen Power Plant
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- A day after the U.S. Department of Energy officially scrapped a futuristic, low-pollution power plant planned for central Illinois, angry state and local officials asked themselves what could have derailed the $1.8 billion project. Kentucky was one of several states that had aggressively courted the project
Bill Passed That Would Add Indiana To Climate Registry
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The Indiana House has passed a bill to add the state to a group that tracks greenhouse gas emissions from coal-fired power plants and other industries
Frequency Of Ohio Earthquakes Seems On The Rise
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Experts say Ohio seems to be increasingly prone to earthquakes. A 3.1 magnitude quake hit Tuesday and there have been 25 earthquakes of magnitude 2.0 or higher over the past two years
Candy Hearts "Going Green" This Year
The New England Confectionary Company is "going green" this year with its Valentine's Day candy hearts
REX Natural Gas Pipeline Plans Has Some Fuming
A planned, cross-country 1,300 mile-plus, natural gas pipeline for parts of Butler and Warren counties has some residents there fuming Video Video
Meeting On Environmental Impact Of REX Pipeline
Tune in 9News at 11 p.m. tonight to find out reaction to a proposed pipeline that would run from Colorado to Pennsylvania – and cut through a number of Tri-state counties Video Video
"Green" House Expected Annual Heating Bills: $380
It features energy-efficient windows and double walls with space for extra insulation Video Video
Cleveland Tests Low-Growing Grass Blends On City Property
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cleveland is trying out a lower-maintenance type of grass for use on government property. It doesn't require as much water, needs no fertilizer, and tends to stay fairly short, which would save the city on mowing costs
Duck Creek Flood Control Project Underway
This phase of the flood control project should take about a year
Christmas Tree Recycling Gets Underway
If you're already ready to get rid of your Christmas tree, there are plenty of takers in the Tri-state area Video Video
2 Days Left For Free Computer Recycling Event
Time is running out for Hamilton County residents to take part in a free computer recycling event Video Video
People Reminded To Recycle Their Christmas Trees
The company will give out free wood chips and load up your truck, bucket or garbage can. Video Video
Retailers Hoping For A "Green" Christmas
Retailers make final push for your holiday dollars. Video Video

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