Scientists have discovered a tropical “dynamite tree” that explosively launches seeds at 150 mph. The mechanism uses physics, ...

If you’ve been online lately, you may have seen alarming headlines claiming that “exploding trees” are waking people up ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. This rainforest tree solved one of evolution’s hardest ...

In tropical forests across Central and South America, a quiet tree hides one of the most violent forms of seed dispersal found in nature. Known to scientists as Hura crepitans and to locals as the ...

Most trees are dormant through the winter's coldest months.

Social media posts warned of "exploding trees" when temperatures drop to 20 degrees below zero.

We have so much for which to be grateful in our community, including the 41 dedicated men and women who serve on the Signal Mountain Police and Fire forces. On behalf of them, thank you for your ...

Firefighters responded to a second-floor residential fire near 13th and Layton in Milwaukee. All occupants safely escaped, and no injuries were reported. The Red Cross was notified, and the fire ...

I hope the folks along Wolftever Trail and Wolftever Creek are planning another fireworks display like they did last year at New Years. It was great! I am also looking forward to the Fourth of July!

Milwaukee's fire chief, mayor and an alderman spoke about an apartment fire near 22nd and Hampton that left several residents injured. They stressed the importance of sprinkler systems.