Chicago boat tours, water taxis face cancellations due to rising river levels | ChicagoLIVE
Rising river levels are impacting some tours and water taxi operations, with concerns about safely passing beneath Chicago’s bridges. Wendella Tours & Cruises’ Andrew Sargis explains the issue and what it means for passengers.
Rising river levels are impacting some tours and water taxi operations, with concerns about safely passing beneath Chicago’s bridges. Wendella Tours & Cruises’ Andrew Sargis explains the issue and what it means for passengers.
Schiller Pond floating wetland pilot program sees some success | ChicagoLIVE
A pilot wetland restoration project at Schiller Pond is helping improve water quality and restore the ecosystem. Mike Feldmann of the Forest Preserves of Cook County explains how the project works.
A pilot wetland restoration project at Schiller Pond is helping improve water quality and restore the ecosystem. Mike Feldmann of the Forest Preserves of Cook County explains how the project works.
Invasive red swamp crayfish found in the Chicago River
Loyola University Chicago professor Dr. Reuben Keller explains why invasive red swamp crayfish are a growing concern in the Chicago River and what residents should do if they spot one.
Loyola University Chicago professor Dr. Reuben Keller explains why invasive red swamp crayfish are a growing concern in the Chicago River and what residents should do if they spot one.
First-known freshwater contagious cancer spreading among catfish in Vermont lake
The first-ever transmissible cancer to spread among fish in a freshwater setting has been discovered among brown bullhead catfish in Lake Memphremagog.
The first-ever transmissible cancer to spread among fish in a freshwater setting has been discovered among brown bullhead catfish in Lake Memphremagog.
Microplastics detected in most heart attack patients' blood in startling new study
Most heart attack patients have significantly higher concentrations of micro- and nanoplastics in their blood compared to individuals with stable heart conditions, new research found.
Most heart attack patients have significantly higher concentrations of micro- and nanoplastics in their blood compared to individuals with stable heart conditions, new research found.
Archaeologist explains unusual find near site where Ark of Covenant was once kept | ChicagoLIVE
Archaeologists have discovered ancient food remains at an excavation site near the traditional location associated with the Ark of the Covenant. Near East Archaeological Society’s Scott Stripling breaks down the discovery.
Archaeologists have discovered ancient food remains at an excavation site near the traditional location associated with the Ark of the Covenant. Near East Archaeological Society’s Scott Stripling breaks down the discovery.
Speeding costs US drivers $22M, saves less than a minute, study finds
Researchers show that the costs of going over the posted speed limits do not appear to outweigh the time saved by speeding.
Researchers show that the costs of going over the posted speed limits do not appear to outweigh the time saved by speeding.
Thousands of giant lion's mane jellyfish sightings trigger public safety alerts for New England beachgoers
Officials across New England are warning residents about the sea animals that can pose a serious threat to beachgoers.
Officials across New England are warning residents about the sea animals that can pose a serious threat to beachgoers.
Trump administration to allow drilling, mining on critical wildlife habitats
The Trump administration is rolling back more protections under the Endangered Species Act with a new policy that will allow drilling, mining and logging on critical wildlife habitats.
The Trump administration is rolling back more protections under the Endangered Species Act with a new policy that will allow drilling, mining and logging on critical wildlife habitats.
Microplastics in Illinois drinking water? Lawmaker pushes for EPA monitoring
Illinois researchers say they found microplastics in Lake Michigan and the Chicago River. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi joins Good Day Chicago to discuss efforts to urge the EPA to monitor microplastics.
Illinois researchers say they found microplastics in Lake Michigan and the Chicago River. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi joins Good Day Chicago to discuss efforts to urge the EPA to monitor microplastics.
Thornton Reservoir nears capacity after heavy storms
The Thornton Reservoir, which serves many surrounding south suburbs, is nearing capacity after storms swept through the area this past weekend. FOX Chicago’s Joanie Lum has the latest on its condition.
The Thornton Reservoir, which serves many surrounding south suburbs, is nearing capacity after storms swept through the area this past weekend. FOX Chicago’s Joanie Lum has the latest on its condition.
Chicago must replace all of its lead pipes, an estimated $12B project | ChicagoLIVE
Chicago has more lead pipes than any other city in the nation, and a federal mandate now requires all of them to be replaced. Chakena Sims of the National Resources Defense Council joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the project.
Chicago has more lead pipes than any other city in the nation, and a federal mandate now requires all of them to be replaced. Chakena Sims of the National Resources Defense Council joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss the project.
Illinois corn sweat explained: A hidden source of humidity
There's an unexpected factor that can make July and August feel even hotter and more humid: corn. FOX Chicago's Kasey Chronis explains the science behind the "corn sweat" phenomenon.
There's an unexpected factor that can make July and August feel even hotter and more humid: corn. FOX Chicago's Kasey Chronis explains the science behind the "corn sweat" phenomenon.
What you need to know about "corn sweat" | ChicagoLIVE
As the summer heat ramps up in Illinois, so does "corn sweat," a phenomenon that can make hot days feel even more uncomfortable. FOX Chicago's Kasey Chronis explains what it is and why it happens.
As the summer heat ramps up in Illinois, so does "corn sweat," a phenomenon that can make hot days feel even more uncomfortable. FOX Chicago's Kasey Chronis explains what it is and why it happens.
U.S. and Canada could soon see new nuclear reactors
There is a growing push to build more nuclear reactors in both the U.S. and Canada. Senior Vice President John Kotek of the Nuclear Energy Institute joins ChicagoLive to discuss what this could mean for the future of nuclear energy.
There is a growing push to build more nuclear reactors in both the U.S. and Canada. Senior Vice President John Kotek of the Nuclear Energy Institute joins ChicagoLive to discuss what this could mean for the future of nuclear energy.
Despite the heat, Chicago teens are still getting involved in nature
Teens in the After School Matters Design.Build.Grow.Eat. program are getting hands-on experience in gardening. Participants joined Good Day Chicago to discuss how the program helps build valuable skills.
Teens in the After School Matters Design.Build.Grow.Eat. program are getting hands-on experience in gardening. Participants joined Good Day Chicago to discuss how the program helps build valuable skills.
New fruit orchards coming to Chicago's West Side will provide food, help prevent flooding
The Garfield Park Community Orchards project is converting 10 vacant lots into community gardens designed to promote food access and less flooding. Project leaders join Good Day Chicago to discuss its impact on West Side residents.
The Garfield Park Community Orchards project is converting 10 vacant lots into community gardens designed to promote food access and less flooding. Project leaders join Good Day Chicago to discuss its impact on West Side residents.
'Open Air Chicago' launches neighborhood air quality monitoring network
Chicago is using new technology to measure air quality by neighborhood. Oscar Sanchez, co-executive director of the Southeast Environmental Task Force, joins Good Day Chicago to explain how the air monitoring network works and what it could mean for residents.
Chicago is using new technology to measure air quality by neighborhood. Oscar Sanchez, co-executive director of the Southeast Environmental Task Force, joins Good Day Chicago to explain how the air monitoring network works and what it could mean for residents.
Illinois has recorded more tornadoes this year than any other state since 2015 | ChicagoLIVE
Illinois currently leads the nation in reported tornadoes this year, and the storm season is only halfway over. Dr. Victor Gensini of Northern Illinois University discusses the concerning trend.
Illinois currently leads the nation in reported tornadoes this year, and the storm season is only halfway over. Dr. Victor Gensini of Northern Illinois University discusses the concerning trend.