Environment The oceans are weirdly hot. Scientists are trying to figure out why Scientists knew that climate change would cause the oceans to heat up a lot. But current ocean temperatures are even higher than expected. Rebecca Hersher
Climate The devastating heat wave in 2003 was a wake-up call for Europeans Last summer's heat in Europe contributed to tens of thousands of deaths. A study finds that many more were prevented because of adaptations that have happened since a devastating heat wave in 2003. Alejandra Borunda
Climate A New York summer program teaches students of color about climate change Some urban teenagers don't get the chance to explore the wilderness. The Timbuctoo Institute, a summer program in New York State, gives city teens a chance to do just that. Emily Russell
Climate Why the solar industry is working to repair its reputation The rooftop solar business is a big source of consumer complaints. Prosecutors are investigating sales practices and financing arrangements. Jeff Brady
Politics Climate activists rally around Harris, seeing a chance to build on Biden’s record Kamala Harris has long voiced support for action on climate change, during her career in California and as vice president. Environmentalists hope that background signals she'd take major steps if elected. Michael Copley
Climate Rare weather events like tornadoes in New York may be more common with climate change New York State has seen a record number of tornadoes this year. Communities are wondering if they need to prepare for more as climate change affects weather patterns. But the science is complicated. REBECCA REDELMEIER
Arts & Life Smokey Bear turns 80 this year. Did he help prevent forest fires? The longest-running U.S. public service ad turns 80 today. We're taking a look back at Smokey Bear's origin and the evolution of his message. Mansee Khurana
Politics Here’s what Tim Walz did on climate change as Minnesota governor Climate change advocates heaped praise on Minnesota Governor Tim Walz Jeff Brady
Climate After 1 year, remembering the deadly Maui wildfire After 102 people died in wildfires one year ago, Maui’s officials have committed to creating new evacuation routes. But even though the buildings are gone, remaking the map is a harder task. Lauren Sommer A Martínez
Climate Flooding from sea level rise is accelerating in coastal areas, new report warns High tide floods – when water collects in streets or even seeps into buildings on days without rain – are increasingly common in coastal areas as sea levels rise, a new report warns. Rebecca Hersher