summer heat

Summer afternoon temperatures have cooled off in the middle of the country in recent decades. But hotter nights and winters are still driving more overall warmth in the region.

The Springs Aquatic Center isn’t just a public pool. Kansas City families say it’s where their kids can cool off, take a dive or even slide down — and more importantly, be adventurous.

Kansas City-area ice cream shops and diners offer milkshakes for all moods, whether you're chasing a nostalgic experience or looking for something novel.

In Missouri, a car launched into the air after driving over a large bump in a buckled road. It's just one of many incidents being reported in recent heat waves. Why is this happening?

Ameren Missouri has disconnected more than 100,000 households that were behind on their bills in the past year. Advocates say Missouri laws need to change to better protect people in extreme heat.

Starting Friday, the National Weather Service predicts a streak of several days above 90 degrees in Kansas City, and heavy humidity that will bring the heat index up to 106 degrees. It will also stay unusually hot even after the sun goes down.

The Kansas City region is under a heat advisory, with high temperatures and extreme humidity bringing the heat index up to 110 degrees. Whether you're going to the pool, walking your dog or working outside, try these 7 proven ways to stay cool and prevent heat-related illness while outside.

Summer is arguably the best time to live in Kansas City. We put together a list of the 2025 summer season's can't-miss events, including Juneteenth, Pride and July 4 festivities — plus annual staples like the Ethnic Enrichment Festival.

Pools around the Kansas City metro officially opened this weekend, while Johnson County offers even more places to swim. This summer will see a blend of familiar favorites and some new places to try.

Kansas averages 25 dangerously hot days per year. That’s 10 more than it would in a world without climate change, according to the report.

About $378 million of Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program funding remains to be distributed. Without federal staff, some experts and advocates worry that low-income customers won’t be able to pay for cooling as the months get hotter.

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program was designed to help those with few resources cover their home energy bills in the summer and winter — but the entire staff was fired last week. Since October, the program has helped more than 100,00 Missouri households.