An ordinance proposed in Cedarburg would cap the maximum sound level at 65 decibels. FOX6 measured levels on Washington Avenue over that limit with no live music nearby. Some residents have complained ...

As discussed in the last post, many localities are struggling after the Virginia Supreme Court’s opinion in Tanner v. City of Virginia Beach to adopt ordinances to comply with that decision. No longer ...

It might be tempting to get your fill of live music before baby comes, but loud noise can stress out your baby, even in the ...

An estimated 2,640 dwelling units around Burlington International Airport will be affected by noise levels at or above 65 decibels, according to projections released last week. (The decibels figure ...

The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has categorised all areas of the city into four zones for noise levels — silent, ...

Delhi suffered a noisier Diwali this year, with most neighbourhoods crossing the permissible noise limits despite restrictions. The decibel limits were higher on the night than previous years. Real-ti ...

It’s easy to understand why learning may suffer when the teacher’s voice has to compete with a passing 747, but emerging research suggests that quieter noises can have varied effects on student ...

From echoing hallways and droning air conditioners to loud lectures and whispered secrets, schools can be noisy places. But a new study suggests high background noise can significantly distract some ...