drought

It's common knowledge that the Mississippi River water levels are low due to the ongoing drought. However, new drone video gives you an idea just how low the river is right now.

Despite significant precipitation this past winter, some soil in the Midwest may still not have recovered from recent drought.

Farmers in 27 Missouri counties will be eligible for federal aid because of drought conditions.

Pike County Commissioners are considering a burn ban.

Pumpkin farmers say they expect their crop to be one of a few bright spots in a year affected by severe drought. Most of the nation's pumpkins are grown in a stretch of Illinois where Nestle has its Libby's pumpkin-canning plant. One farmer says pumpkins thrive in dry weather that holds back fungus, mold and other rind-rotting diseases...

The record-breaking heat that’s recently affected much of the country has resulted in soaring utility bills — and that may not be the only way it hits your wallet.