The Gulf of Mexico oil spill, also known as the BP oil spill, is the largest ongoing oil spill in U.S. history.

Jul 6, 2010 - Jean Alfonso

The BP 2010 oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico damaged the environment and with it the economy of the United States. The impact could last for decades.

Jun 12, 2010 - Christine Rachuy

The BP Oil Spill impacted many low income and communities of color in the Gulf. Community-based organizations continue to work collaboratively for justice.

Jul 11, 2010 - Gia Grier McGinnis

The BP oil spill has had a severe impact on the habitat of the Gulf, and is poised to become the most environmentally damaging accident in U.S. history.

Jun 27, 2010 - Jkalal Assar

What is the economic impact in sectors such as recreational fishing industry and tourism due to the Gulf of Mexico oil catastrophe?

Jul 3, 2010 - Fleur Hupston

The Deepwater Horizon oil spill, now covering over 2500 square miles of the Gulf, is a case study in federal government inadequacy.

May 17, 2010 - K. Gregg Elliott

BP Spill is the largest man-made environmental disaster in U.S. history. In developing solutions, Obama, BP & partners, and locals need to assess priorities

Jul 7, 2010 - Tushar Apte

Scientists say that new estimates on the size of the Gulf oil spill could quadruple its environmental impact, but size may not be the biggest threat.

Jun 14, 2010 - Erna Buffie

For the first time in almost three months, BP has managed to temporarily stop the Gulf of Mexico oil spill that threatens ecosystems in the area and beyond.

Jul 15, 2010 - Victoria Anisman-Reiner

Politics and responsibility may be the motivation for helping create jobs after the oil spill is under control.

Jul 14, 2010 - Tobey Strauch

The Internet is changing the way we get our news. The BP "SpillCam" allows viewers to watch live streaming video of the oil spill as it unfolds.

Jun 14, 2010 - Jace Shoemaker-Galloway

On Earth Day, teachers focus on environmental responsibility. Oil spill video feeds show responsibility gone awry. Bill Nye evaluates innovative solutions.

May 21, 2010 - Alex Sharp

The BP Oil Spill has created temporary green jobs to address the cleanup effort. The push for clean energy might create green collar jobs in the long term.

Jul 4, 2010 - Gia Grier McGinnis

The recent oil spill in the Gulf could be the worst since the Exxon Valdez. Many agencies are working to contain it, but the outcome is questionable.

Apr 30, 2010 - Barbara Jezior

Volunteers can help with the BP oil spill clean up operations. Find out what skills are needed for various volunteer opportunities and how to join in.

Jun 18, 2010 - Megan Jungwi