While last summer’s rain brought relief to the desert, it also started the growth of grasses and plants that dry out quickly, becoming fuel for wildfires.
WASHINGTON — The bald eagle, a symbol of the power and strength of the United States for more than 240 years, earned an overdue honor Tuesday: It officially became the country's national bird.
Emergency transplants haven't yielded survival past two months — although a woman transplanted last month so far is faring well. But some patients are eager to volunteer.