A heat wave in North Carolina is in full swing. As temperatures rise, The News & Observer provides tips on how to beat the heat and answers frequently asked questions. The N&O Summer Desk is a pop-up ...

Ahead of a very-hot couple of days coming to Chicago, Roy Spencer from Perma-Seal joined Bob Sirott to talk about how insulating your home can improve your air conditioning system, and how to get ...

CANNON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WOOD) — The warm weather is keeping technicians busy repairing air conditioning units across West Michigan. They say proper maintenance can save you money in the long run and ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

The N&O Summer Desk is a pop-up initiative on how to use the news from this season. Whether heading to the sand, mountains or backyard, we’re here to guide you. Share your summer pleasures and news ...