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Rebecca Thiele

@beckythiele

P.M. News Editor for @stlpublicradio. Send story ideas to rthiele (at) stlpr (dot) com

 St. Louis, Missouri
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Joined August 2010
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Excited to announce that, as of today, I am the new P.M. News Editor for @stlpublicradio! It's an honor to work for my hometown station and ensure evening coverage gets the care and attention it deserves. Here's to the next adventure!
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WFIU/WTIU News@WFIUWTIUNewsJan 29
Several large data centers have been proposed throughout Indiana in recent years. That has prompted a lot of questions from our audience. We aimed to answer those questions and more with this interactive infographic. @beckythiele ipm.org/features/datacenters
Data Centers

Data Centers

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WFIU/WTIU News@WFIUWTIUNewsJan 8
A report from the Indiana Rare Earth Recovery Council estimates Indiana’s coal ash could hold more than $5.8 billion worth of rare earth elements. While there are ways to extract them, they’re not cheap. @beckythiele ipm.org/news/2026-01-08/elem…
Elements in Indiana's toxic coal ash worth billions, could still be too expensive to mine

Elements in Indiana's toxic coal ash worth billions, could still be too expensive to mine

Recovering rare earth elements from toxic coal ash could be a win-win for Indiana’s environment and its economy. These are used in things like electric vehicle batteries, medical equipment, jet...

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If you get a drink to go, you might want to think twice about throwing away your paper or plastic cup. At least two major waste companies that serve Indiana now accept those cups in their recycling. @beckythiele ipm.org/news/2025-11-25/your…
Your paper or plastic to-go cup might be recyclable now

Your paper or plastic to-go cup might be recyclable now

At least two major waste companies that serve Indiana now accept those cups in their recycling.

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Lake Michigan science is fascinating!
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What is to blame for smog in Lake, Porter counties? It's not an easy answer | via @beckythiele wfyi.org/news/articles/what-…
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That being said, many beaches were cleaner this year
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Two beaches drove increased closures, advisories on Lake Michigan beaches this year | via @beckythiele wbaa.org/local-news/2025-10-…
Two beaches drove increased closures, advisories on Lake Michigan beaches this year

Two beaches drove increased closures, advisories on Lake Michigan beaches this year

The analysis by the Environmental Law and Policy Center shows two beaches in northwest Indiana accounted for most of that increase while the water quality at many beaches improved.

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This will save a lot of lives
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Cooling or heating your home? Missouri’s hot and cold weather rules now block utility shutoffs for 72 hours when extreme temperatures are in the forecast. stlpr.org/news-briefs/2025-0…
Missouri utilities now have fewer days to disconnect customers when it’s super hot or cold outside

Missouri utilities now have fewer days to disconnect customers when it’s super hot or cold outside

A new law will protect people from utility shutoffs for longer periods of time during extreme heat and cold in Missouri.

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WFYI News@WFYINews30 Jul 2025
EPA plans to get rid of clean car standards, says greenhouse gases don't harm people | via @beckythiele wfyi.org/news/articles/epa-p…
EPA plans to get rid of clean car standards, says greenhouse gases don't harm people

EPA plans to get rid of clean car standards, says greenhouse gases don't harm people

The 2009 climate "endangerment finding" serves as the scientific and legal basis for many of EPA's rules that limit greenhouse gas emissions from things like cars and coal plants. EPA administrator...

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What energy, environment legislation from the 2025 session is now law? | via @beckythiele wfyi.org/news/articles/what-…
What energy, environment legislation from the 2025 session is now law?

What energy, environment legislation from the 2025 session is now law?

The need for power for AI data centers coming into Indiana prompted a lot of bills this session. Lawmakers were also concerned with all things water — from long-haul water pipelines to stormwater...

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Braun orders aim to keep coal plants online, advance nuclear, sidestep climate damages | via @beckythiele wbaa.org/local-news/2025-04-…
Braun orders aim to keep coal plants online, advance nuclear, sidestep climate damages

Braun orders aim to keep coal plants online, advance nuclear, sidestep climate damages

One of the orders directs state energy regulators to look at every coal plant in the state and consider extending its life. Another creates a coalition to advance the development of nuclear energy in...

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Just a quick fact check for anyone following #inlegis bills on SMRs (small modular nuclear reactors). Some lawmakers have said only 50 people died in the Chernobyl accident. The estimated number is much much higher as reported by @BBCWorld @chalkmark bbc.com/future/article/20190…
The true toll of the Chernobyl disaster

The true toll of the Chernobyl disaster

Covered up by a secretive Soviet Union at the time, the true number of deaths and illnesses caused by the nuclear accident are only now becoming clear.

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What are third house forums? Groups say face-to-face events help voters connect to lawmakers | via @beckythiele wfyi.org/news/articles/what-…
What are third house forums? Groups say face-to-face events help voters connect to lawmakers

What are third house forums? Groups say face-to-face events help voters connect to lawmakers

Third house forums are public events where Hoosiers can meet with their representatives. For state lawmakers, those usually take place during the legislative session from January through March or...

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If you thought Indiana's net metering debate was interesting, wait until you hear California's. Great article by @jeffsaintjohn @CanaryMediaInc
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California's rooftop solar debate is raging again

Advocates fear more cuts to the state's battered rooftop solar incentives as regulators consider “cost-shift” arguments in their bid to lower utility…

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Health study on Martinsville industrial pollution may help other Indiana communities | via @beckythiele wfyi.org/news/articles/healt…
Health study on Martinsville industrial pollution may help other Indiana communities

Health study on Martinsville industrial pollution may help other Indiana communities

While we know how PCE and TCE can harm people working with them, we don’t know much about what happens when you’re exposed to small amounts over time — like residents in Martinsville.

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How will Donald Trump handle U.S. climate policy during his second term? | via @beckythiele wfyi.org/news/articles/how-w…
How will Donald Trump handle U.S. climate policy during his second term?

How will Donald Trump handle U.S. climate policy during his second term?

Scientists from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change have said we need to significantly cut fossil fuel emissions around the globe by 2030 to avoid the worst effects of climate change.

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WFYI@wfyi4 Nov 2024
Indiana will no longer dispose of firefighting foam with harmful PFAS | via @beckythiele wfyi.org/news/articles/india…
Indiana will no longer dispose of firefighting foam with harmful PFAS

Indiana will no longer dispose of firefighting foam with harmful PFAS

Exposure to PFAS has been linked to problems with the immune system, developmental issues in children and cancer — the leading cause of death among firefighters.

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What is Indiana's role in tackling climate change? Governor candidates share their thoughts | via @beckythiele wbaa.org/local-news/2024-10-…
What is Indiana's role in tackling climate change? Governor candidates share their thoughts

What is Indiana's role in tackling climate change? Governor candidates share their thoughts

What role should the state government play in addressing climate change? Indiana Public Broadcasting asked candidates for the upcoming governor’s race.

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Over the past decade, the U.S. has seen several large protests. What makes a protest effective? ▶ @beckythiele indianapublicmedia.org/news/…
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Duke Energy plans to delay Gibson coal plant retirement. Activists say it's a 'step backward' | via @beckythiele wbaa.org/local-news/2024-10-…
Duke Energy plans to delay Gibson coal plant retirement. Activists say it's a 'step backward'

Duke Energy plans to delay Gibson coal plant retirement. Activists say it's a 'step backward'

If the company follows through, Duke would be the last Indiana investor-owned utility to stop burning coal by a decade.

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