Exposure to light pollution may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease, particularly in people under 65, a new study suggests. Researchers from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago found ...

Clouds drift past the many channels of the Palo Alto Baylands as the sun sets in this file photo. Photo by Veronica Weber. In an effort to be not only be politically correct but also environmentally ...

For decades, amateur astronomers have railed against light pollution — the single greatest negative impact of humans on the night sky. Initially, the argument was, “We can’t see the stars anymore!” ...

Governor Gretchen Whitmer proclaimed April 21-27 as Dark Sky Week in Michigan to promote stargazing and to educate about the negative effects of light pollution. International Dark Sky Week is an ...

Laura holds a Master's in Experimental Neuroscience and a Bachelor's in Biology from Imperial College London. Her areas of expertise include health, medicine, psychology, and neuroscience. Laura holds ...

With homes, parks and businesses decked in holiday lighting, the glow from those lights can cause light pollution and harm humans’ and animals’ sleep schedules. Experts say there are some simple steps ...

DETROIT (AP) — A petition is circulating that calls on Detroit's NFL stadium to turn off its blue nighttime roof lighting. The blue glow began last August as part of a $2 million renovation at Ford ...

Q. I have heard that light pollution causes migrating birds to become disoriented. Will the fairy lights (small solar lamps) that people put out alongside sidewalks affect any animals? A. The simple ...

Single-family homes are being added to an Oceanside ordinance that requires apartment buildings, businesses and most other property owners to shield their outdoor lighting fixtures. Light pollution ...