Cicada emergence anticipation spurs merchandise craze
The countdown is on until cicada emergence and their upcoming arrival has a lot of people buzzing, so much so that there's now even merch to go along with it.
The countdown is on until cicada emergence and their upcoming arrival has a lot of people buzzing, so much so that there's now even merch to go along with it.
Cicada invasion looms as concerns rise over noise impact on hearing
As we get ready for cicada season, one thing is for certain, it's going to be loud in some areas. But just how much of an impact will all that noise have on our hearing?
As we get ready for cicada season, one thing is for certain, it's going to be loud in some areas. But just how much of an impact will all that noise have on our hearing?
How loud do cicadas get?
Certain species of cicadas in North America can produce calls reaching levels of around 100 decibels or higher, akin to the noise produced by a lawnmower or a passing jet aircraft.
Certain species of cicadas in North America can produce calls reaching levels of around 100 decibels or higher, akin to the noise produced by a lawnmower or a passing jet aircraft.
When will the swarm of cicadas emerge in Chicago?
With the warmer temperatures in and around Chicago this weekend, you may be wondering how soon it will be until “Cicada-geddon" occurs.
With the warmer temperatures in and around Chicago this weekend, you may be wondering how soon it will be until “Cicada-geddon" occurs.
When will the cicadas emerge in Illinois?
Everyone is talking about the cicadas and the incoming swarm. Meteorologist Emily Wahls has come up with a 'Cicada-cast' to predict the date. Here's what we know.
Everyone is talking about the cicadas and the incoming swarm. Meteorologist Emily Wahls has come up with a 'Cicada-cast' to predict the date. Here's what we know.
Cicadas set to make loud arrival in Chicago area, residents urged to take precautions
With “Cicada-geddon" just weeks away, residents are bracing for the impending invasion while considering measures to deter the pests from lingering.
With “Cicada-geddon" just weeks away, residents are bracing for the impending invasion while considering measures to deter the pests from lingering.
Chicago area prepares for 'Cicada-geddon' as rare double dose of noisy pests descends
With ?Cicada-geddon" just weeks away, residents are bracing for the impending invasion while considering measures to deter the pests from lingering.
With ?Cicada-geddon" just weeks away, residents are bracing for the impending invasion while considering measures to deter the pests from lingering.
Diving into the world of sea turtles with Brookfield Zoo Chicago
FOX 32's Natalie Bomke heads over to Brookfield Zoo Chicago to learn more about sea turtles.
FOX 32's Natalie Bomke heads over to Brookfield Zoo Chicago to learn more about sea turtles.
'Cicada-geddon': How close are we to the 2024 cicada explosion?
Discover precisely when to anticipate the emergence of trillions of cicadas across 17 states.
Discover precisely when to anticipate the emergence of trillions of cicadas across 17 states.
Gray wolf shot by Michigan hunter in rare Lower Peninsula sighting for species
It's been a hundred years since a wolf has been seen this far south in Michigan. “You have much better luck of getting struck by lightning than seeing one in Calhoun County again," a biologist said.
It's been a hundred years since a wolf has been seen this far south in Michigan. “You have much better luck of getting struck by lightning than seeing one in Calhoun County again," a biologist said.
Cicada invasion: Unusual double dose expected to hit the US
Cicada season comes around once every 13 to 17 years but this summer, an unusual double dose is about to hit, first in the south and then here in Illinois and crossing into our neighboring states.
Cicada season comes around once every 13 to 17 years but this summer, an unusual double dose is about to hit, first in the south and then here in Illinois and crossing into our neighboring states.
Watch: Iceland volcano erupts amidst Northern Lights display
A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted multiple times on Thursday, sending vibrant jets of lava and smoke into the sky amidst a stunning timelapse featuring the northern lights.
A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted multiple times on Thursday, sending vibrant jets of lava and smoke into the sky amidst a stunning timelapse featuring the northern lights.
Eagle population soars in Will County amid conservation efforts
As March Madness captivates audiences with its Cinderella stories, FOX 32 chief meteorologist Emily Wahls investigates a remarkable natural comeback unfolding in the south suburbs in a special report.
As March Madness captivates audiences with its Cinderella stories, FOX 32 chief meteorologist Emily Wahls investigates a remarkable natural comeback unfolding in the south suburbs in a special report.
Eagle population soars in Will County
As March Madness captivates audiences with its Cinderella stories, FOX 32 chief meteorologist Emily Wahls investigates a remarkable natural comeback unfolding in the south suburbs in a special report.
As March Madness captivates audiences with its Cinderella stories, FOX 32 chief meteorologist Emily Wahls investigates a remarkable natural comeback unfolding in the south suburbs in a special report.
USDA again asks for help squashing these invasive bugs
According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.
According to the USDA the spotted lanternfly and gypsy moth are highly detrimental invasive insects, causing significant economic and environmental harm.
Prehistoric giant dolphin discovered in Amazon by paleontologists
A groundbreaking discovery was made in the Peruvian Amazon as a team of paleontologists from the University of Zurich uncovered a new species of freshwater dolphin dating back between 24 and 16 million years.
A groundbreaking discovery was made in the Peruvian Amazon as a team of paleontologists from the University of Zurich uncovered a new species of freshwater dolphin dating back between 24 and 16 million years.
Hopping around Brookfield Zoo Chicago
FOX 32's Natalie Bomke heads over to Brookfield Zoo to learn about all different kinds of animal eggs ahead of Easter.
FOX 32's Natalie Bomke heads over to Brookfield Zoo to learn about all different kinds of animal eggs ahead of Easter.
Dozens of eagles spotted at Minnesota lake: Video
Dozens of eagles were spotted at Lake Traverse in Wheaton, Minnesota, on Sunday.
Dozens of eagles were spotted at Lake Traverse in Wheaton, Minnesota, on Sunday.
Charlotte the pregnant stingray captivates fans waiting for rare birth
Charlotte the stingray, who became pregnant in a North Carolina aquarium despite having no male to mate with, continues to captivate fans as they await her extremely rare delivery.
Charlotte the stingray, who became pregnant in a North Carolina aquarium despite having no male to mate with, continues to captivate fans as they await her extremely rare delivery.
Beached whale dies after stranding itself off Venice coast: ‘It’s heartbreaking'
Officials are asking people to avoid Service Club Park beach in Venice after a sperm whale died after beaching itself on a sandbar about 150 yards offshore on Sunday.
Officials are asking people to avoid Service Club Park beach in Venice after a sperm whale died after beaching itself on a sandbar about 150 yards offshore on Sunday.