Cities must brace against a range of threats ... or white or aluminum paints is an inexpensive way to keep buildings cool and comfortable without the need for air conditioning.

A study of eight cities around the globe found that only two -- Seattle and Singapore -- reached even the minimum recommendation of 30% of their buildings having adequate tree canopy nearby.

City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn said the bill is really aimed at making sure older buildings are retrofitted ... Fiebelkorn led the push to keep the city cool as the summers become hotter and ...