Emily Wahls
Emily Wahls is the Chief Meteorologist at FOX 32 Chicago. She joined the WFLD team in September 2021.
Before coming to Chicago, Emily worked as the chief meteorologist for WILX in Lansing, Michigan. Prior to that, she spent seven years at WLNS, also in Lansing. During her time in Michigan, Emily covered everything from snowstorms and ice storms, to severe thunderstorms and tornadoes.
She attended Central Michigan University and graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology. In 2023, Emily earned the designation of Certified Broadcast Meteorologist from the American Meteorological Society.
Outside of work, she spends her time with her husband Donnie and daughter Maeve. Together they enjoy cycling, exploring all Chicago has to offer, and being outdoors.
The latest from Emily Wahls
Chicago weather: Severe storms with damaging winds, hail, and tornadoes possible on Thursday
All eyes are on Thursday afternoon and evening with another round of possible severe weather coming our way.
Chicago weather: Rollercoaster temps this week and several more rounds of rain
Emily Wahls has your weather update!
Chicago weather: Watching chance for storms on Tuesday
We’ll be on the lookout for strong to severe storms late tonight into early morning Tuesday.
Chicago weather: Several rain chances this week, and possibly a couple rounds of severe storms
Warm, springlike weather continues into Monday before showers and possible severe storms arrive Monday night and Tuesday, followed by a midweek cooldown with lingering rain and highs dropping into the 40s.
Chicago weather: Cold front arrives but weekend warmup expected
Scattered showers and storms will continue through the evening, likely wrapping up around 11 PM or midnight.
Chicago weather: Severe storms, strong winds move through area
Follow along for live, real-time updates from FOX Chicago Weather throughout the day as conditions change and storms develop across the area.
Chicago weather: Severe thunderstorms could impact the Cubs home opener on Thursday
Warm, springlike weather Wednesday will give way to a threat of severe storms Thursday afternoon and evening—including large hail and damaging winds—before sharply colder air arrives by Friday.
Chicago weather: Strong to severe storms possible Thursday as temps soar into the 70s
Emily Wahls has your weather update!
Chicago weather: Temps soar to the 70s later this week and could bring severe storms
Unfortunately, the warmth will come with a catch this week. Emily Wahls has your weather update!
Chicago weather: Another big warm-up could bring 70s to Chicago later this week
What a difference a day makes! Sunday afternoon temperatures were about 40 degrees colder than Saturday afternoon's highs in the 70s.