Weather forecasters have their first predictions about what to expect as hot summer weather turns to a cooler fall — or doesn't. Forecasts of above-average temperatures abound, along with concern ...

Small particles can get lodged in crevices of organs from lungs to arteries, causing inflammation and other health issues.

Chicago faces a persistent heatwave with temperatures forecasted to reach the mid 90s, minimal rain chances, and potential ...

Another 90° day in Chicago—and there’s more heat where that came from🌡️ Here's what to expect this weekend and beyond.

A helicopter flying over the Mississippi River ran into a powerline then crashed into a barge and sparked a fire, killing two ...

The new Aging in Place Safety program is an initiative that will help older adults and those with disabilities live more ...

Breathing in polluted air for extended periods of time can pose a serious health risk for people, especially for vulnerable ...

Millions of Americans have been urged to avoid driving amid concerns over high air pollution levels. Air quality alerts were issued across parts of Illinois, Colorado, Wyoming, and Arizona on Thursday ...

The summer of deadly flash flooding continues, with two people killed by flash flooding near Spring Hope, North Carolina, when their car was swept away by flood waters.

Dr. Juanita Mora, board director for the American Lung Association and CEO of Chicago Allergy Center, joins Lisa Dent to ...

An air quality alert in the Chicago area has been extended for another day as Canadian wildfire smoke continues to plague the ...

Concern for poor air quality in the greater Chicago area remains as the Illinois EPA extends its alert until Thursday night.