Recent Stories
Browse our articles and in-depth feature stories to learn about the latest Bay news.
President's budget proposes $37.8 million for land conservation in Bay region
February 18, 2015If approved, funds could conserve more than 7,500 acres throughout watershed.
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As Clean Air Act clears the air, local waters also benefit
February 9, 2015Successes in curbing air pollution also benefit work toward achieving Bay water quality goals.
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Letter from Leadership: Working together to rebuild resilience
February 4, 2015In balance between health and degradation, our actions can help nature adapt and thrive.
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Experts consider Chesapeake Bay an ecosystem in recovery
February 3, 2015The latest Bay Barometer offers a science-based snapshot of watershed health and restoration.
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Bay Backpack helps educators inspire students to protect, restore Chesapeake Bay
January 28, 2015Updated design better connects teachers with environmental education resources.
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Pollution levels in nine rivers remain below long-term average in 2013
January 23, 2015Lowering nutrient and sediment loads could have a positive impact on the Chesapeake Bay.
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Bay restoration projects to receive $24.3 million in grant funding
January 16, 2015USDA's Regional Conservation Partnership Program awards conservation grants to nine projects in Bay region
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Letter from Leadership: Ten steps to a healthy Chesapeake Bay
January 6, 2015How the interconnected goals of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Agreement work together to restore local waters
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Chesapeake Bay Foundation reports minimal changes in overall Bay health
January 5, 2015Water quality improvements offset by declines in blue crab, striped bass
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Push for public access at Crow’s Nest Natural Area Preserve
January 2, 2015Virginia DCR aims to open thousands of acres of land to the public.
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