Heat

The drought has meant a smaller than usual pumpkin crop in Texas this year. Farmers say that drop in supply will mean higher prices for pumpkins popular for fall display and Halloween carving.

Austin's bus operator is letting folks experiencing homelessness get a free ride to cool off — no questions asked.

Weekend rainfall in some parts of Texas provided some relief. But climate experts hope September and October provide much-needed rainfall in most of the state.

Workers across Texas say this summer’s heat feels far worse than previous years, leaving them to find new ways to cope with long hours outside.

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs says it's no longer accepting applications to the federally backed program to help struggling Texans amid stifling summer heat.

Heat-related illness can range from an inconvenience to a life-threatening scenario. Austin health officials have tips on how to stay safe in the heat.

In some ways, it seems like the Texas power grid is having more problems than ever. We'll explore what's changed since the big blackout in February 2021 in the new season of our award-winning podcast.

The city is in the early stages of implementing green infrastructure to help combat climate change and rising temperatures.

Triple-digit heat is expected to continue through the week. As the state's electric grid operator asks Texans to conserve power, here are some ways to keep cool.

Texas' electric grid operator has actions it can take to reduce energy demand and increase supply short of ordering power cuts.