Coyotes on the loose: What to know during pup-rearing season
Senior Wildlife Biologist Chris Anchor from Forest Preserves of Cook County joins Good Day Chicago and explains the increase in coyote sightings and what you should know to stay safe.
Senior Wildlife Biologist Chris Anchor from Forest Preserves of Cook County joins Good Day Chicago and explains the increase in coyote sightings and what you should know to stay safe.
Watch: Heroic husky protects child from charging bear
A family’s husky showcased his protective instincts after a bear came charging at their driveway with a child standing there.
A family’s husky showcased his protective instincts after a bear came charging at their driveway with a child standing there.
11-year-old boy dies of rabies after bat landed on his face
A recently published case report is warning the public about the dangers of direct contact with bats after an 11-year-old boy died from rabies.
A recently published case report is warning the public about the dangers of direct contact with bats after an 11-year-old boy died from rabies.
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.
Future Great Lakes trail to offer unbroken passage along entire shoreline
Ferry crossings, international bridges, and thousands of miles of shoreline are all part of what will one day be a continuous trail spanning the entire Great Lakes.
Ferry crossings, international bridges, and thousands of miles of shoreline are all part of what will one day be a continuous trail spanning the entire Great Lakes.
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.
Woman escapes grizzly bear after terrifying encounter while walking her dog
A woman had a terrifyingly close encounter with a grizzly bear while walking her dog at a wilderness camp in Alberta, Canada.
A woman had a terrifyingly close encounter with a grizzly bear while walking her dog at a wilderness camp in Alberta, Canada.
Dead, pregnant endangered fin whale found on bow of Alaska cruise ship
Draped over the massive cruise vessel's bow was the body of a 61-foot pregnant endangered fin whale, prompting a federal investigation into what officials believe was a fatal vessel strike.
Draped over the massive cruise vessel's bow was the body of a 61-foot pregnant endangered fin whale, prompting a federal investigation into what officials believe was a fatal vessel strike.
Thousands of mayflies swarm town in Ohio - and it's actually a good thing
Officials from the Ohio Division of Wildlife stumbled upon thousands of mayflies in the middle of Ottawa County this week.
Officials from the Ohio Division of Wildlife stumbled upon thousands of mayflies in the middle of Ottawa County this week.
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.
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.
How to protect your animals from screwworm parasites | ChicagoLIVE
With screwworm cases on the rise, we hear from Dr. Lori Ross, emergency veterinarian and the medical director at Emergency Veterinary Care Centers, to explain how to keep your animals safe.
With screwworm cases on the rise, we hear from Dr. Lori Ross, emergency veterinarian and the medical director at Emergency Veterinary Care Centers, to explain how to keep your animals safe.
Centuries-old 'witness tree' near Abraham Lincoln's home destroyed by storms
Last week's storms toppled the last remaining witness tree planted outside Abraham Lincoln's Springfield home. Lincoln Home National Historic Site superintendent Chris Collins talks losing a living piece of American history.
Last week's storms toppled the last remaining witness tree planted outside Abraham Lincoln's Springfield home. Lincoln Home National Historic Site superintendent Chris Collins talks losing a living piece of American history.
Grizzly bear mauls hiker, drags him dozens of feet on Glacier National Park trail
A hiker was attacked by a grizzly bear on one of Glacier National Park's most popular hiking routes.
A hiker was attacked by a grizzly bear on one of Glacier National Park's most popular hiking routes.
Shark attack surge: 3 dead in Australia in under a month
A deadly shark attack off the Australian coast on Saturday was the third one within the past month, according to police.
A deadly shark attack off the Australian coast on Saturday was the third one within the past month, according to police.
Emu causes traffic back-up, hours-long pursuit on Maryland highway
An escaped emu led Maryland state troopers on a three-hour chase, dodged multiple capture attempts, survived being struck by a vehicle and kept running.
An escaped emu led Maryland state troopers on a three-hour chase, dodged multiple capture attempts, survived being struck by a vehicle and kept running.
Tick bite ER visits hit highest seasonal level in years as doctors warn of disease surge
Tick bite-related ER visits are at their highest seasonal levels since 2017 across most U.S. regions, raising concerns about increased Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses.
Tick bite-related ER visits are at their highest seasonal levels since 2017 across most U.S. regions, raising concerns about increased Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses.
How the Wild Mile is bringing wildlife back to the Chicago River
Chicago’s floating eco-park known as the Wild Mile is transforming part of the river into a thriving habitat for native plants and wildlife — and Gabrielle Premus takes us inside the effort.
Chicago’s floating eco-park known as the Wild Mile is transforming part of the river into a thriving habitat for native plants and wildlife — and Gabrielle Premus takes us inside the effort.
Watch: RFK Jr. wrangles snakes on Dr. Oz's patio
Video showed Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wrangling a pair of black North American racer snakes at Dr. Mehemet Oz's home on Tuesday.
Video showed Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wrangling a pair of black North American racer snakes at Dr. Mehemet Oz's home on Tuesday.