Chicago man to run 7 marathons in 7 days to support environmental youth organization
A Chicago man is “going the extra mile" – and then some – to help combat climate change.
Chicago's air quality is worst in the world Tuesday due to smoke: index
Heavy smoke from Canadian wildfires settled into a curtain of thick haze covering the Chicago area Tuesday, leading to air quality warnings.
Investigation launched after strange smell reported across NW Indiana
Severe weather on Sunday may be to blame for a strong odor that hovered over several counties in Northwest Indiana during the weekend.
Yellowstone River bridge collapses, freight train falls into waters below
Numerous tank cars were partially submerged in the river early Saturday, with an Associated Press reporter witnessing a yellow liquid pouring out of tank cars.
Illinois drought: State normally sees 40 storm warnings in June, but so far we've had just one
The NWS said there have only been 10 tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings issued since April 20.
Department of Energy grants $1.1M to Cook County for solar workforce equity
A total of $1.1 million will be allocated towards enhancing workforce pipelines, with a particular focus on benefiting minority workers and small business owners in Cook County.
Summertime rarity: High waves on Lake Michigan top 10 feet
The National Weather Service said that waves topping 10 feet on Lake Michigan are very rare in June.
Crickets flood Idaho road as the insects descend on neighboring Nevada
According to local media, six counties in Nevada have been plagued with crickets.
Activists rally against fossil fuels, 'environmental racism' at Daley Plaza
Climate activists rallied in downtown Chicago Friday to demand an end to fossil fuel projects.