Emily Wahls
Emily Wahls is the Chief Meteorologist at FOX 32 Chicago. She joined the WFLD team in September 2021.
Wahls was born and raised on the east side of Michigan and found her love for weather at a young age. She attended Central Michigan University and graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology.
Her first full-time job out of college was in Lansing, Michigan at WLNS. She worked as the morning meteorologist for seven years, before taking on the Chief Meteorologist role at WILX, also in Lansing, Michigan. While in Lansing, Emily has covered everything from snowstorms and ice storms, to severe thunderstorms and tornadoes.
Outside of work, she spends her time with her husband Donnie and daughter Maeve. Together they enjoy cycling and being outdoors.
The latest from Emily Wahls
The 80s are here to stay --- get ready for a hot week
We had highs in the mid-80s Monday and we'll stay warm all week long.
Chicago weather: Beautiful Memorial Day weekend ahead, followed by July-like heat next week
After enjoying a comfortable Friday, get ready for a significant warm-up over the Memorial Day weekend.
Chicago set for summer-like heat next week
Looking ahead to next week, Chicago can expect a shift towards July-like weather.
Chicago weather: Cooler than average temps through Friday
Chicago will see cooler than average temps through Friday, but then things start to get spicy.
Chicago weather: Cooler air arriving! Find out what's in store for Memorial Day weekend
After enjoying another day of warm temperatures in the 80s, cooler air is set to arrive.
Chicago weather: Check out this beautiful week ahead
Chicago residents can expect a delightful week of weather with an abundance of sunshine and dry conditions.
Chicago weather: 'Pneumonia Front' brings sudden temperature drop, but what's ahead?
A “Pneumonia Front" on Tuesday night is making temperatures plummet across Chicago in a matter of minutes.
Chicago weather: Temperature swings this week, rain to return
Get ready for changing weather conditions this week as temperatures fluctuate.
Chicago weather: Showers, storms this Mother's Day weekend
Here's your weather breakdown for Mother's Day weekend in Chicago.
Chicago weather: Wet and stormy Friday, possible showers for Mother's Day weekend
Chicago is bracing for a wet and stormy Friday with heavy downpours and thunderstorms expected.