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.
Southside Blooms expands to Chicago’s West Side | ChicagoLIVE
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.
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
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.
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.
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
Matt Brolley, mayor of Montgomery, Illinois, speaks with ChicagoLIVE about a groundbreaking project that will completely reshape how people receive water.
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.
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.
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.
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.
National Park Service ranger dies while on patrol at Mount McKinley
A National Park Service ranger died Thursday after she fell into a crevasse while patrolling on Mount McKinley.
A National Park Service ranger died Thursday after she fell into a crevasse while patrolling on Mount McKinley.
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.
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
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.
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.
Google aims to release 64 million “good" mosquitoes in California and Florida
Google’s Debug program promises its "good bugs" are designed to eliminate the disease-ridden "bad bugs."
Google’s Debug program promises its "good bugs" are designed to eliminate the disease-ridden "bad bugs."
Trump announces rollback of Biden-era refrigerator and AC regulations
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.
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.
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.