'Open Air Chicago' launches neighborhood air quality monitoring network
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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
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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.

Southside Blooms expands to Chicago’s West Side | ChicagoLIVE
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Southside Blooms is expanding to North Lawndale with a new location. Founder Quilen Blackwell joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss what this expansion means for the community.

As Chicagoans embrace summer weather, experts urge caution around West Nile Virus
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With summer comes an increased risk of West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne illness. Dr. Rachel Rubin, senior medical officer at the Cook County Department of Public Health, breaks down what residents need to know about the virus.

Boyle Heights warehouse fire: Crews work for 5th day in responding to 85M pound biohazard threat

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has issued a local emergency declaration as firefighters battle a persistent cold storage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that threatens a major food-spoiling biohazard crisis.

New $400M project aims to bring Lake Michigan water to 3 suburbs | ChicagoLIVE
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Matt Brolley, mayor of Montgomery, Illinois, speaks with ChicagoLIVE about a groundbreaking project that will completely reshape how people receive water.

Chicago engineer gains support for lead-reduction water technology

A longtime Chicago Public Schools engineer is gaining support to expand a technology he created to help reduce lead in drinking water.

Deadly bacteria found in waters near luxury vacation destination ahead of summer

So-called flesh-eating bacteria have been detected in one of the most luxurious vacation spots in the United States — but experts say beachgoers should use caution and care rather than panic about it.

Ocean Observatories Initiative dismantled by Trump administration: What to know

The Ocean Observatories Initiative, a network of over 900 sensors that track everything from climate change to extreme weather, is being dismantled by the Trump administration.

Trump announces $700M coal initiative using Defense Production Act

President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act on Thursday to order federal support for coal-based plants and projects.

Study finds unsafe bacteria levels at all Lake Michigan beaches | ChicagoLIVE
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Following early-season swim advisories along Lake Michigan, Environment Illinois says all the lake’s beaches experienced potentially unsafe bacteria levels at least once last year. 

Trump announces rollback of Biden-era refrigerator and AC regulations
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President Donald Trump announced the rollback of Biden-era regulations on refrigerators and air conditioners, arguing the rules raised costs for transporting refrigerated goods and increased prices for everyday consumer products.

Offspring of Pablo Escobar's 'cocaine hippos' slated to die may get second chance in India

The Colombian government previously approved a plan that would allow the culling of approximately half of the estimated 170 hippopotami roaming freely through the South American nation.

NeighborSpace brings green space to Chicago
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An organization called NeighborSpace is helping transform Chicago’s “concrete jungle,” encouraging residents to get their hands in the dirt.

Volunteers fight to restore Lake County lakes as pollution concerns grow
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Lake County Lake Lovers members explain how their volunteer efforts and water monitoring programs are working to improve local lake health and protect waterways.

Celebrate Earth Day with a nature getaway in Cook County
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FOX Chicago’s Jake Hamilton highlights a nearby Cook County escape where viewers can reconnect with nature on Earth Day.

Green Mountain State tops Hawaii, California for greenest state - See how your state ranks

Green is right there in the name, even if the meaning is different. Vermont, a state whose name is a blending of the French words for the color green and mountain, claimed the top spot in a recent analysis of the greenest states in terms of eco-friendliness.