EPA’s research and development office eliminated; thousands laid off
The Environmental Protection Agency said Friday it is eliminating its research and development arm and reducing agency staff by thousands of employees.
The Environmental Protection Agency said Friday it is eliminating its research and development arm and reducing agency staff by thousands of employees.
How urban beekeeping is thriving in Chicago neighborhoods
You may not hear them over the sound of traffic, but bees are busy making honey across Chicago. FOX 32 follows one beekeeper proving urban apiaries aren't just possible, they're essential.
You may not hear them over the sound of traffic, but bees are busy making honey across Chicago. FOX 32 follows one beekeeper proving urban apiaries aren't just possible, they're essential.
Paris on Politics: Lake Michigan has fallen 4 feet since 2020
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Trump administration backs out of plan to publish key climate reports on NASA website
The Trump administration has reversed course on a plan to host major national climate change reports on NASA’s website.
The Trump administration has reversed course on a plan to host major national climate change reports on NASA’s website.
Greenland village comes face-to-face with a giant iceberg
Photos released by the town in Greenland show giant wedges of ice towering over homes, businesses and boats.
Photos released by the town in Greenland show giant wedges of ice towering over homes, businesses and boats.
Trump Tower to pay $4.8M in settlement over Chicago River violations
Trump Tower Chicago has agreed to a $4.8 million settlement after years of violating the Clean Water Act by improperly using water from the Chicago River and killing aquatic life.
Trump Tower Chicago has agreed to a $4.8 million settlement after years of violating the Clean Water Act by improperly using water from the Chicago River and killing aquatic life.
Yosemite National Park to open all campgrounds for first time in 6 years
Officials noted that reservations are required at all campgrounds through October. They urged visitors to make reservations as soon as possible.
Officials noted that reservations are required at all campgrounds through October. They urged visitors to make reservations as soon as possible.
Cicada shows up in Chicago a year late: 'Bro overslept'
A post on Reddit is going viral after someone found a cicada in their neighborhood.
A post on Reddit is going viral after someone found a cicada in their neighborhood.
New mural across the street from FOX 32 takes Gabby and Jenna on an adventure | ChicagoNOW
A new mural is being created on the Prudential Building in Chicago across the street from FOX 32, which led to Gabriella Premus and Jenna Carroll going on a bit of a road trip!
A new mural is being created on the Prudential Building in Chicago across the street from FOX 32, which led to Gabriella Premus and Jenna Carroll going on a bit of a road trip!
Urban farming at CCA Academy tackles food insecurity
An urban agriculture program at CCA Academy is giving students hands-on experience while helping the community address food insecurity and environmental challenges. Fox 32's Gabriella Premus has more.
An urban agriculture program at CCA Academy is giving students hands-on experience while helping the community address food insecurity and environmental challenges. Fox 32's Gabriella Premus has more.
Popular beers found with high levels of dangerous 'forever chemicals,' study reveals
Recent studies have found that some beers brewed in the US have high levels of "forever chemicals" and are considered above the allowed EPA limit.
Recent studies have found that some beers brewed in the US have high levels of "forever chemicals" and are considered above the allowed EPA limit.
'Chicago River Day' shows progress with less trash, more wildlife
Thirty-three years later, Chicago River cleanup reveals healthier water, fewer bags of trash, and more wildlife.
Thirty-three years later, Chicago River cleanup reveals healthier water, fewer bags of trash, and more wildlife.
'Chicago River Day' shows progress with less trash, more wildlife
Thirty-three years later, Chicago River cleanup reveals healthier water, fewer bags of trash, and more wildlife.
Thirty-three years later, Chicago River cleanup reveals healthier water, fewer bags of trash, and more wildlife.
Why allergy season feels worse in 2025 and what you can do about it
Experts say climate change is driving longer, more intense allergy seasons. Here’s why your symptoms may feel worse this year—and what you can do to feel better.
Experts say climate change is driving longer, more intense allergy seasons. Here’s why your symptoms may feel worse this year—and what you can do to feel better.
Support sustainability at the Lakeview Earth Day celebration this Sunday
This week we've been marking Earth Day and there is a special celebration in Lake View to help people go green.
This week we've been marking Earth Day and there is a special celebration in Lake View to help people go green.
How you can give back for Earth Day
Tom Cosgrove from EarthDay.org talks about the history of the holiday and what you can do to support our environment.
Tom Cosgrove from EarthDay.org talks about the history of the holiday and what you can do to support our environment.
Rooftop bees at The Blackstone Hotel sweeten guest experience
Rooftop honey is being harvested at The Blackstone Hotel in Chicago through a partnership with The Hive Supply, which manages five beehives on-site.
Rooftop honey is being harvested at The Blackstone Hotel in Chicago through a partnership with The Hive Supply, which manages five beehives on-site.
Give back to the planet at the this year's Trash Bash
April is Earth Month and what better way to celebrate than to help clean up our local forest preserves.
April is Earth Month and what better way to celebrate than to help clean up our local forest preserves.
Chicago see cherry blossoms emerge
Jackson Park is a sight to see!
Jackson Park is a sight to see!
Avondale Garden Alliance grows community through urban agriculture
In Chicago's Avondale neighborhood, a group of volunteers is busy preparing the soil for this year's Mindful Living Garden on Drake Street.
In Chicago's Avondale neighborhood, a group of volunteers is busy preparing the soil for this year's Mindful Living Garden on Drake Street.