As energy costs rise, staying cool a growing challenge for low-income Americans
President Trump's budget proposal for the 2026 fiscal year would eliminate the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, which serves more than six million Americans.
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The struggle to stay cool as energy costs rise
Electricity costs are surging as climate change makes the hottest days of the year even hotter. David Schechter reports.
Expert tips for exercising outdoors in extreme heat
Dr. Jon LaPook and celebrity trainer Kira Stokes join "CBS Mornings Plus" to share medical and practical tips for safely exercising outdoors in hot weather. They explain how to adjust workouts during heat waves, spot warning signs of heat-related illness and stay on track with fitness goals.
How green spaces cut down on heat
When the summer heat rises, studies show it can feel as much as 15 to 20 degrees hotter in crowded urban centers compared to areas with more trees and greenery. Elise Preston shows us one effort to turn a "heat island" into a cool oasis.
Japan sets 2 heat records in one day as mercury soars past 107 degrees
Japan logged two new heat records in a single day as the mercury hit 41.6 degrees Celsius (106.88 degrees Fahrenheit) and then 41.8 C (107.24 F), the weather office said.
Canadian wildfire smoke impacts U.S.
Wildfire smoke from Canada is impacting millions of people across parts of the northern United States. Over the weekend, it was a problem in the Midwest. On Monday, forecasters expect poor air quality from Wisconsin to New York. CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano reports.
How climate change impacts contact burns
A heat wave is spreading through the Eastern U.S. this week. The rising temperatures are turning pavements and playgrounds into dangerous burn zones. CBS News climate correspondent David Schechter explains. Warning, some of the images in this story are difficult to view.
Maps show Southeast heat advisories, air quality alerts in Midwest
A cold front is bringing storms and lower temperatures to parts of the country, while the Midwest sees poor air quality from wildfire smoke.
How summer camps stay safe amid extreme heat
The extreme heat across parts of the U.S. has forced many summer camps to bring kids indoors and take extra safety measures. CBS News' Nikki Battiste has more.
Maps show another day of extreme temperatures for millions
The extreme heat continues in the Midwest, the Southeast and some parts of the Northeast.
Low-tech solution deployed to battle heatstroke
As extreme heat continues to grip large parts of the country, cities like Phoenix are turning to an unlikely -- and remarkably effective -- lifesaving tool: bags of ice. Ben Tracy reports for Climate Central.
Sweltering summer temperatures prompt safety precautions for student-athletes
More than 160 million people are experiencing extreme heat in parts of the U.S. The dangerous heat has forced some young athletes to change how they practice.
Extreme heat scorches the East
Heat warnings are in effect across the East, and some cities expect to reach record-high temperatures. CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Kate Bilo has more.
Floods, heat hits millions of Americans
More than 100 million Americans are under heat alerts until at least next week. In some place, the feel-like temperatures topped 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Meanwhile, some parts of the U.S. are dealing with dangerous flash floods. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn has more.
Map shows U.S. heat advisories as heat dome moves east
More than 100 million Americans are under heat alerts as the extreme temperatures that have smothered the Midwest this week arrive on the East Coast.
Extreme heat affecting millions of Americans
Extreme and dangerous heat is impacting millions of people across the country. In some areas, it felt as hot as 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Lana Zak has more from Iowa City.
How "corn sweat" is making Iowa heat worse
A massive heat wave is slamming parts of the United States, and in Iowa, "corn sweat" is making things worse. CBS News' Lana Zak reports.
Flash floods, heat alerts sweep U.S.
Flash flooding in Kansas City left one woman clinging to a tree and another dead in nearby Overland Park. Wildfires in eastern Washington forced evacuations, while more than 60 million Americans remain under heat alerts.
Extreme heat could be considered disaster
Under federal law, there are 16 types of natural disasters eligible for federal funding, but extreme heat is not one of them. A group of Democratic lawmakers is proposing legislation to change that. Jean Su, the energy justice director at the Center for Biological Diversity, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Georgia police dog dies after being left in hot patrol car
A police dog died Sunday in Georgia, after being left alone inside of her handler's hot patrol car without a working air conditioning system, authorities said.
Extreme heat challenges crews at Phoenix airport
The summer surge of flyers has Southwest Airlines ground crews in Phoenix working to beat the clock and triple-digit temperature as they turn 200 flights a day. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Why the summer season can trigger migraines
There are several factors that can trigger migraines in the summer months. CBS News' Jarred Hill breaks down some ways to avoid the intense headaches.
Hiker dies in Grand Canyon as park warns of extreme temperatures
The 67-year-old Texas man appeared to have turned back while hiking, park officials said.
How a "cool block" near Boston could provide a template for combatting extreme heat
Chelsea, Massachusetts, is plagued by what is known as the Urban Heat Island effect, in which pavement and vehicles soak up and radiate heat.
ClimateWatch: Ways to prevent heat stroke
In this episode of "ClimateWatch," CBS News' national environmental correspondent David Schechter explores the ways humans and animals can protect themselves from the summer heat.
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Trump-Putin summit in Alaska concludes with no deal on Ukraine ceasefire
President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a high-stakes summit in Alaska, but the talks did not yield a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Erin strengthens into hurricane, the first of 2025 Atlantic season
Erin is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year, and meteorologists are closely tracking its path and forecast.
Trump administration faces lawsuit over "secret report" on climate change
Environmental groups and independent scientists are criticizing a report assembled by a small team of well-known climate skeptics selected by Energy Secretary Chris Wright.
DOJ removes D.C. emergency police chief, agrees to rewrite immigration directive
Attorney General Pam Bondi issued an order Thursday that amounted to a reversal of "sanctuary" policies in D.C. The District sued over the order Friday.
Clinton says Trump should get Peace Prize if he ends Ukraine war without concessions
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said if President Trump is the architect of a deal to end the war in Ukraine without Kyiv ceding land to Russia, "I'd nominate him for a Nobel Peace Prize."
Fewer young peope are reaching economic milestones linked to adulthood
As less young people meet major economic milestones such as moving out and getting married, the concept of adulthood is changing.
Report shows kid lunches could cost more this year thanks to food inflation
A new report from Deloitte shows the average cost for a packed lunch is now $6.15, up nearly 3% from 2024. But that all depends on what you buy.
PBS slashes budget by 21% following congressional funding cuts
The PBS board voted to cut its budget by 21% on Wednesday, a month after Congress stripped away its federal funding.
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Near-daily warnings preceded D.C. midair collision, FAA data shows
A CBS News analysis of FAA data reveals frequent red flags in flight paths near Reagan Washington National Airport in the year before January's deadly midair collision.