Artists transform vacant lots in Chicago
Artists are bringing new life to vacant lots in Chicago.
Artists are bringing new life to vacant lots in Chicago.
Sensors provide a real-time glimpse at Chicago River quality
Quality of the 156-mile river system has improved in recent years, helped by multibillion-dollar construction of new reservoirs and underground tunnels.
Quality of the 156-mile river system has improved in recent years, helped by multibillion-dollar construction of new reservoirs and underground tunnels.
New tool gauges water quality of the Chicago River in real time
Alaina Harkness, executive director of Current, talks about their exciting new tool for monitoring the water quality of the Chicago River.
Alaina Harkness, executive director of Current, talks about their exciting new tool for monitoring the water quality of the Chicago River.
Harrowing report finds 1 in 3 tree species are under the threat of extinction
Murphy Westwood, vice president of Science and Conservation at The Morton Arboretum, talks about the importance of saving tree species that are in danger of extinction.
Murphy Westwood, vice president of Science and Conservation at The Morton Arboretum, talks about the importance of saving tree species that are in danger of extinction.
Lake Huron sinkhole may hold secrets to how Earth got its oxygen
Scientists have discovered a previously unconsidered link between the length of daytime and the oxygen levels on Earth. Their theory was inspired by what they found at the bottom of Lake Huron.
Scientists have discovered a previously unconsidered link between the length of daytime and the oxygen levels on Earth. Their theory was inspired by what they found at the bottom of Lake Huron.
Fall gardening tips for small urban yards
Landscape expert Connie Rivera dishes out some tips for better gardening this fall in the Chicago area.
Landscape expert Connie Rivera dishes out some tips for better gardening this fall in the Chicago area.
Star watchers, rejoice: Palos Preserves named largest Urban Night Sky Place in the world
The Palos Preserves comprises 6,600 acres and only has four buildings. Satellite data shows that it the area emits nearly 1,000 times less light than downtown Chicago, making it perfect for watching the stars.
The Palos Preserves comprises 6,600 acres and only has four buildings. Satellite data shows that it the area emits nearly 1,000 times less light than downtown Chicago, making it perfect for watching the stars.
Heat index could reach 110 degrees in some Chicago suburbs on Wednesday
DANGEROUS HEAT: Hot and humid conditions continue in the Chicago area on Wednesday, especially south of I-80 where a Heat Advisory is in effect. Expect temperatures to feel like it's close to 110 degrees.
DANGEROUS HEAT: Hot and humid conditions continue in the Chicago area on Wednesday, especially south of I-80 where a Heat Advisory is in effect. Expect temperatures to feel like it's close to 110 degrees.
'Friends of Chicago River' hold 'Float Party' to highlight improved cleanliness of river water
The "Friends of the Chicago River" say that it's now safe to swim in many parts of the river.
The "Friends of the Chicago River" say that it's now safe to swim in many parts of the river.
Orlando asks residents to limit water consumption due to COVID-19 impacts
The City of Orlando is asking residents to reduce water consumption due to COVID-19.
The City of Orlando is asking residents to reduce water consumption due to COVID-19.
Rain falls atop Greenland's ice sheet for first time on record
Greenland’s ice sheet experienced temperatures above freezing for about nine hours on Aug. 14, allowing rain to fall.
Greenland’s ice sheet experienced temperatures above freezing for about nine hours on Aug. 14, allowing rain to fall.
Wildfire smoke reaches North Pole for 1st time in recorded history
Smoke from dozens of wildfires burning in Russia reached the North Pole for the first time in recorded history, NASA said.
Smoke from dozens of wildfires burning in Russia reached the North Pole for the first time in recorded history, NASA said.
Midwest Climate Innovation tour to highlight region's most pressing environmental needs
Rep. Sean Casten (D-Ill.) joins Good Day Chicago talks about the region's opportunity to creater a safer and more sustainable climate.
Rep. Sean Casten (D-Ill.) joins Good Day Chicago talks about the region's opportunity to creater a safer and more sustainable climate.
'Code red for humanity': UN climate change report warns of 'unprecedented' impacts
A U.N. report said Earth’s climate is getting so hot that temperatures will probably blow past a level of warming that leaders have sought to prevent.
A U.N. report said Earth’s climate is getting so hot that temperatures will probably blow past a level of warming that leaders have sought to prevent.
Microplastics pollution taking over the Great Lakes
Eric Freedman, journalist and professor at Michigan State University, talks about the disturbing trend of microplastics infiltrating Lake Michigan and the detrimental health effects they can pose.
Eric Freedman, journalist and professor at Michigan State University, talks about the disturbing trend of microplastics infiltrating Lake Michigan and the detrimental health effects they can pose.
Greenland ice melting event could cover Florida in 2 inches of water
This data comes as melting rates across the world, including Greenland, have accelerated in recent decades.
This data comes as melting rates across the world, including Greenland, have accelerated in recent decades.
California could shut off water for thousands of farmers
California regulators are planning to stop thousands of farmers from taking water out of the state's major rivers and streams because of a worsening drought.
California regulators are planning to stop thousands of farmers from taking water out of the state's major rivers and streams because of a worsening drought.
Jeff Bezos wants to move all ‘polluting industry’ into space
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos said his trip to space has inspired him to fight even harder to combat climate change and move all “polluting industry” to space.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos said his trip to space has inspired him to fight even harder to combat climate change and move all “polluting industry” to space.
Video: Dogs rescued from deadly European floodwater
A video shows some people in Belgium rescuing a pair of dogs that were trapped in the floodwater that’s devastated Western Europe and killed nearly 200 people.
A video shows some people in Belgium rescuing a pair of dogs that were trapped in the floodwater that’s devastated Western Europe and killed nearly 200 people.
Beaches between El Segundo, Dockweiler reopen after 17M gallons of sewage spilled into ocean forced closure
After being closed for about three days, Los Angeles County Public Health finally gave the green light to reopen the beaches Wednesday night.
After being closed for about three days, Los Angeles County Public Health finally gave the green light to reopen the beaches Wednesday night.