Nearly two dozen state geological surveys depend heavily on federal funds. A proposed budget cut could slow or stop key ...

The earthquake was centered near Petrolia at a depth of 16.8 kilometers (about 10.4 miles). The USGS said it received five ...

A moderately strong, 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck in Iran on Friday, according to the United States Geological Survey. The ...

Scientists believe Michigan may be an abundant source of what could become the next big thing in carbon-free energy.

Local scientists warn that the proposed federal cuts to the United States Geological Survey’s Ecosystem Mission Area — a ...

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano is erupting again in spectacular fashion, sending lava shooting 1,000 feet into the sky, according ...

A magnitude 2.3 earthquake happened Thursday afternoon about 1.24 miles south--southeast of Madison in Lake County.

Environmentalists worry the report will be used to justify an increase in drilling without justifiable demand.

The United States Geological Survey is confirming a 2.9 magnitude earthquake hitting the area at around 6:18 a.m.