Straws might seem insignificant, but the plastic straw has come to symbolize a global pollution crisis over the past decade.

"Fishing gear remains in situ for a long time and in practice turns the ocean into a plastic landfill site, because particles of microplastics are formed when the materials degrade in the ocean.

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - One nonprofit is hosting an evening of fun to celebrate its accomplishments in keeping the ocean free of plastic pollution. Marisa Marzilli and Bonnie Monteleone with the ...

Widespread ocean pollution threatens the health of more than 3 billion people, international study led by Boston College researchers shows Ocean pollution is widespread and getting worse, and when ...