Here's what we know about the heat wave expected to scorch North Carolina in the next several days, plus state historic high ...

Extreme weather events — though rare — destroy ecosystems and end lives, and they are becoming more common with rising global ...

For more on the dangers of extreme temperatures and key tips for dealing with the heat, Stephanie Sy speaks with Ashley Ward, director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University.

Climate scientist Kate Marvel talks to The Washington Post about the complicated mix of emotions people might feel about the ...