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Despite being slightly cooler than earlier in the month, much of the Western U.S. remains under extreme heat, which is expected to build into the weekend. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

A new report suggests that food price inflation is leveling off. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. USDA economist, Megan Sweitzer

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses current wildfires in the West, and how weather conditions could elevate wildfire activity in coming days.

Our phones connect us with the rest of the world, but they can also be a doorway to trouble. Gary Crawford has more. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Kansas State University Extension educator, Barbara Stockebrand. Classic comedians, Jack Benny and Sheldon Leonard.

A stretch of the country from the Plains to the Midwest have noted active weather in recent days including high winds and significantly sized hail. (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

To advance both genetic traits and commercial uses for industrial hemp, collaborative research is needed to develop new varieties and find favorable factors. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and USDA research geneticist Zach Stansell

Recent cool weather in the Midwest has proved beneficial to growing crops, but what will a developing cold front offer for the remainder of the week? (Rod Bain and USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey)

If you don't like snakes sneaking around your yard, an expert has some advice for you. Gary Crawford has the story. PARTICIPANTS: Gary Crawford. Kansas State University wildlife management specialist, Drew Rickets.

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey covers high wind events over parts of the Plains and Midwest over the past few days.

Whether going by pathologist, tree doctor, or stump buster, a U.S. Forest Service tree expert in California utilizes his observation skills to diagnose unhealthy forest areas. Rod Bain reports. PARTICIPANTS: Rod Bain and Martin MacKenzie