A historic sewage spill along the Chesapeake Bay may undermine decades of work to restore its oyster population. As climate factors intensify pollution impacts, environmental stewards and local communities worry about a devastating setback for this critical coastal ecosystem.

Oceana is urging international leaders attending the Our Ocean Conference in Kenya to place small-scale fishers front and center in global marine policy. Actress Kate Walsh will join them in Mombasa to meet local communities and elevate their voices in crucial decision-making processes.

Proposed beach lighting ordinances took center stage during a joint session of the Islands and Mainland planning commissions. Participants engaged in a spirited discussion, highlighting differing views on the best path forward for shoreline illumination guidelines.