¡Sombra! Experiments in Shade is introducing artistic and functional shade structures across nine parks to combat extreme summer heat. The project helps spruce up some community parks that needed to ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A combined $4 million will go toward enhanced shade structures at Austin parks and pools, the city’s Parks and Recreation Department confirmed Monday. The City allocated $2 million ...

Architecture is no longer about just building static boxes that sit stubbornly against the elements. Modern designers are ...

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — In yesterday's City Council meeting, the use of Community Enrichment Funds was approved to install shade structures over 14 selected playgrounds in parks across Corpus Christi.

Nine temporary shade structures were created by artists to combat extreme heat in Phoenix. The project, funded by a $1 million grant, aims to explore innovative cooling solutions through art. The ...

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Some city parks are getting major upgrades. The Corpus Christi City Council approved the purchase of nearly $500,000 worth of playground equipment and shade structures for 14 ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A city ordinance passed in 2022 focusing on park shade structures in Austin has spent $760,000 on shade installations and other projects, according to a city memo. In that city of ...

As the planet continues to warm up and summer gets hotter every year, schools and parks are looking for ways to make sure kids can still play. After all, some days during spring and fall almost feel ...

Editor’s Note: The above video shows KXAN News’ top morning headlines from Monday, July 1, 2024. AUSTIN (KXAN) — A combined $4 million will go toward enhanced shade structures at Austin parks and ...