The first month of meteorological fall will bring lingering summer heat to the West, while the Southeast enjoys cooler but wetter September conditions.

A tropical wave is being watched for development in the eastern Atlantic Ocean. Here's our latest thinking, when it could develop and if it could be a threat as we approach the heart of hurricane season.

Here's our breakdown of the numbers of the Pickett Fire in Napa County, California

Meet one of the smallest and cutest turtle species known to exist. It was recently discovered in Mexico and a few turtle pals are now hatching at the Guadalajara Zoo. Not much is known about them yet, but biologists are studying them.

A cool, but rainy start to September for millions as a cold front moves across the U.S. in the week ahead. Stormy weather associated with the cold front will bring rain to the Southeast for places like Jackson, Nashville and Atlanta, from Tuesday into Thursday, with rainfall totals up to 2 inches in some places. This rain will extend into the Northeast Thursday into Friday. Watch for the latest forecast.