The U.S. just had its hottest summer on record, NOAA says
Average temperatures across the U.S. soared to record heights between June and August in 2026, a new report found.
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Average temperatures across the U.S. soared to record heights between June and August in 2026, a new report found.
Labor Day marks the unofficial end of a hot, dry summer in Minnesota. Some spots have been warmer than others. Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield explains what's making parts of the Twin Cities even hotter.
On hot days like Friday, the Minnesota State Fair can test how well people handle the heat. WCCO's Jeff Wagner and photojournalist Nick Boeke share the early warning signs and best ways to keep your cool.
Temperatures last month averaged 76.9 degrees Fahrenheit as above-average warmth blanketed the U.S.
A Burnsville resident is blaming the death of his dog squarely on the operator of an assisted living facility in the Minnesota community.
The heat is here. This is adding extra logistics for summertime events like Chaska River City Days in Chaska, Minnesota.
WCCO has issued a NEXT Weather Alert for Saturday and Sunday due to extreme heat in parts of central and southern Minnesota on both days.
Music lovers are flooding Harriet Island Park in St. Paul this weekend. The Minnesota Yacht Club festival is expected to draw thousands upon thousands of people each day. Frankie McLister spoke with fans and those preparing amid the high temperatures.
More and more resources are pouring into Ely and the surrounding area to help fight wildfires in and around the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Officials say the blazes could be burning for months. WCCO's Conor Wight reports from Ely.
Air quality will be a major issue in northeastern Minnesota on Saturday as wildfires continue to burn in the area, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Mike Augustyniak.
Extreme heat can interfere with some of the medications we take, leading to potentially severe side effects.
Soccer teams from 24 states and 13 countries are set to take part in the Target USA Cup in Blaine. But they'll have to face an added opponent — the sweltering sun.
Hundreds of youth soccer players from all over the world are in Blaine for the USA Cup. Ubah Ali shows how organizers are changing their game plan to account for the heat.
An extreme heat warning is in effect until 9 p.m. Thursday for the majority of Minnesota, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
Temperatures will reach the 90s on Tuesday across much of Minnesota on Tuesday, according to NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer.
The Mall of America in Bloomington is like the most complicated place in Minnesota to keep cool, especially on a hot day. Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield got a close look at the mammoth cooling operation at the site.
We know what the heat does to people and pets, but it also poses a challenge for Minnesota farmers trying to keep their livestock healthy during hot days.
Dr. Joey Duren with Allina Health breaks down what happens to the body when temperatures start creeping towards 100 degrees, and how to stay safe in the heat.
An excessive heat warning is in effect until Thursday as temps climb near 100 degrees.
Which would you rather deal with: hot summer weather or winter cold and snow?
The newest hot spot to cool off in the North Metro of Minnesota is making a splash with families.
Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
There's no doubt your air conditioning unit is working overtime this week as oppressive heat blankets Minnesota.
High temperatures will be in the low 90s across parts of central and southern Minnesota on Tuesday, including the Twin Cities, NEXT Weather meteorologist Chris Shaffer says.
The high heat isn't just dangerous for people, it's dangerous for dogs too. Photojournalist Nick Lunemann and Derek James spoke to a veterinarian about when it's safe for them to go outside.
