Anna Skinner
Senior Writer, General Assignment
Anna Skinner is a Newsweek senior reporter based in Indianapolis. Her focus is reporting on the climate, environment and weather but she also reports on other topics for the National News Team. She has covered climate change and natural disasters extensively. Anna joined Newsweek in 2022 from Current Publishing, a local weekly central Indiana newspaper where she worked as a managing editor. She was a 2021 finalist for the Indy's Best & Brightest award in the media, entertainment and sports category. You can get in touch with Anna by emailing [email protected]. Languages: English.
Who is Duane "Keffe D" Davis? Man arrested in Tupac Shakur shooting
Davis has previously admitted that he was a witness to the shooting and knew the killer.
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Lake Mead's losing an iconic water level marker
Lake Mead officials are seeking volunteers to help remove trash and exposed, previously sunken boats from the reservoir.
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Republicans tank their own bill gutting Biden's climate plan
More than two dozen Republicans voted against the bill.
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Lake Mead's water levels give swimmer rare chance to make history
Ultramarathoner Sarah Thomas will be the first person to attempt to swim across Lake Mead. She begins her journey on October 6.
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Half-million people at risk after huge amounts of fish die in river
Drought in Brazil is killing a massive number of fish, and officials said the issue has been exacerbated by climate change.
Jan. 6 lawyer accused of stabbing man gets better bail than Capitol rioters
The former assistant U.S. attorney is charged with aggravated battery, aggravated assault and armed burglary.
Christian campground accuses city of using floodwaters to destroy it
The campground alleges that the feud started after it failed to adhere to COVID-19 restrictions in 2020.
Ron DeSantis may save Taylor Swift fans from the IRS
The Florida Department of Financial Services is targeting the IRS over taxing ticket sales, specifically for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour.
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Photos reveal secret cave in Texas lake as water levels fall
One resident said she didn't swim into the cave because it gave her the "heebie-jeebies."
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How bad will California's winter be? Weather outlook for north and south
There's a high chance that El Ni?o will continue through March. The climate pattern typically brings above-average precipitation to the Southern U.S.
Gas prices rise to $7 at California stations
Prices are on the rise nationwide and recently exceeded $7 per gallon at some stations in California.
Biden just cancelled more student loans: Here's who qualifies
The Department of Education sent out its second wave of emails last week alerting borrowers that their debt would be forgiven.
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Chart shows how California reservoirs water levels compare to Texas lakes
Only 3 percent of Texas is free from drought, while more than 93 percent of California is free from drought.
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Antarctica heat wave sees scientists wearing shorts
The unprecedented heat wave influenced researchers to step outside in shorts to acknowledge the occasion.
What do you say on Yom Kippur? Greetings, prayers for Day of Atonement
Yom Kippur began at sundown on Sunday and continues until sundown on Monday.
Extreme weather threatens religious sites
Temples and pilgrimage sites across the world are experiencing new challenges from and even fatal consequences of climate change.
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Photos show old Lake Mead boat slowly sinking as water levels recover
Lake Mead water levels have risen nearly 22 feet since this time last year.
Drag queen who did show at Quinn Gallagher's bar says Lauren Boebert lied
Boebert said her controversial outing with Gallagher at a Denver theater was a first date, but a drag show performer who knew Gallagher said otherwise.
MAGA celebrates Rupert Murdoch's retirement
After Murdoch said he is stepping down as chairman of Fox Corp. and News Corp., Trump supporters welcomed the news on social media.
Americans getting $3,500 direct payments: How to apply
If you meet the requirements, you can use the rebate as a down payment on an electric vehicle or get a check in the mail within three months of applying.
US air quality map shows "unhealthy" areas amid wildfires
Wildfires continue to rage across California, the Pacific Northwest and Louisiana, contributing to the warnings in air quality alerts.
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Texas lake's massive loss of water reveals hidden motorcycle
Stillhouse Hollow Lake in Bell County is only 58 percent full after suffering from severe drought for months.
Woman mauled by her own dogs as neighbors watch
The woman, who suffered major blood loss and serious bite wounds, is recovering in the hospital days later.
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New bill would give people money for gas after climate policy raises prices
A new law penalizes companies that produce more than 25,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions.
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Chart shows "disturbing" water levels in Minnesota
Streamflow in Minnesota's Straight River was only 12 percent of what it should be during this time of year.
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Plan to completely drain Lake Powell sparks backlash
The plan has garnered lots of support but also spurred resistance among people who love Lake Powell.
Map shows Louisiana going from one of wettest states to extreme drought
High heat in the last month has fueled more than 550 wildfires that have consumed thousands of acres of land.
Dog convinces "innocent" brother to escape during storm
The dogs were the subject of a heartwarming story just as Atlantic Storm Lee battered Massachusetts with rain, wind and high seas.
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Will Lake Mead water levels rise again? What we know about El Ni?o
Meteorologists anticipate that the reservoir has finished rising for a few months.
Donald Trump gets great news from key swing states
The former president continues to perform well in the polls despite facing multiple legal battles.
