Why mosquitoes may seem worse than ever in Chicago
An epidemiologist explains what’s behind this mosquito season, what to know about Asian tiger mosquitoes and how you can protect yourself from bites and mosquito-borne illnesses.
An epidemiologist explains what’s behind this mosquito season, what to know about Asian tiger mosquitoes and how you can protect yourself from bites and mosquito-borne illnesses.
NASA captures photos of Moon crater caused by SpaceX rocket part
A newly released image shows the brand-new crater on the Moon caused by a stray upper stage of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. On Tuesday, NASA showed off the image, which was captured by its Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO).
A newly released image shows the brand-new crater on the Moon caused by a stray upper stage of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. On Tuesday, NASA showed off the image, which was captured by its Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO).
Several deer dead from virus in southeast Wisconsin
Around 100 deer have been found dead in Washington County following the start of an EHD outbreak. The DNR in Wisconsin is investigating.
Around 100 deer have been found dead in Washington County following the start of an EHD outbreak. The DNR in Wisconsin is investigating.
New jaguar sightings in Arizona spark excitement
Two jaguars spotted near the U.S.-Mexico border are fueling hopes for the species’ return to the United States.
Two jaguars spotted near the U.S.-Mexico border are fueling hopes for the species’ return to the United States.
Man busted after customs uncovers bizarre cargo hidden inside 22 pairs of socks
A man was arrested at a Tokyo airport after authorities discovered about 200 lizards stuffed inside 22 pairs of socks in his suitcase, according to reports.
A man was arrested at a Tokyo airport after authorities discovered about 200 lizards stuffed inside 22 pairs of socks in his suitcase, according to reports.
Dozens of deer in Wisconsin dead from EHD
Around 100 deer have been found dead in Washington County following the start of an EHD outbreak. The outbreak is likely to continue until the first frost of the season.
Around 100 deer have been found dead in Washington County following the start of an EHD outbreak. The outbreak is likely to continue until the first frost of the season.
GLP-1 drugs show promise in treating common hormonal disorder
Researchers are investigating whether GLP-1 medications might double as an effective new treatment for the hormonal disorder PMOS.
Researchers are investigating whether GLP-1 medications might double as an effective new treatment for the hormonal disorder PMOS.
Pennsylvania family makes prehistoric discovery while searching for seashells on the Jersey Shore
A Pennsylvania family stumbled upon a rare find while shelling on the beach in Sea Isle City, New Jersey.
A Pennsylvania family stumbled upon a rare find while shelling on the beach in Sea Isle City, New Jersey.
2 American Airlines planes averted potential disaster in Phoenix
Multiple media reports state that two American Airlines planes that shared the same flight number almost got into a crash over Phoenix, but some quick thinking from air traffic control managed to prevent a catastrophe.
Multiple media reports state that two American Airlines planes that shared the same flight number almost got into a crash over Phoenix, but some quick thinking from air traffic control managed to prevent a catastrophe.
Great white shark pulls lifeguard underwater at popular family beach destination on the East Coast
A lifeguard is recovering after a great white shark pulled him underwater near a popular family beach destination in Maine over the weekend, local officials said.
A lifeguard is recovering after a great white shark pulled him underwater near a popular family beach destination in Maine over the weekend, local officials said.
Chicago Air and Water Show 2026 rehearsal underway despite weather concerns
The Chicago Air and Water Show returns to the Lakefront starting with rehearsal Friday despite some weather delays. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus gives the update on rehearsal before the big event this weekend.
The Chicago Air and Water Show returns to the Lakefront starting with rehearsal Friday despite some weather delays. FOX Chicago's Gabriella Premus gives the update on rehearsal before the big event this weekend.
Chicago Air and Water Show returns to the lakefront this weekend
The Chicago Air and Water Show is back this weekend with high-flying aerobatics and speed along the lakefront.
The Chicago Air and Water Show is back this weekend with high-flying aerobatics and speed along the lakefront.
Chicago Air and Water Show 2026: What you need to know
The Chicago Air and Water Show is coming back for its 67th year. Find out who's performing, best places to watch, and how to get there.
The Chicago Air and Water Show is coming back for its 67th year. Find out who's performing, best places to watch, and how to get there.
Look up tonight: Perseid meteor shower to put on a celestial show - How to see it
The Perseid meteor shower peaks Wednesday night into Thursday morning — and this year's new moon phase offers perfectly dark skies for optimal viewing.
The Perseid meteor shower peaks Wednesday night into Thursday morning — and this year's new moon phase offers perfectly dark skies for optimal viewing.
Could data centers be disrupting bees? Chicago beekeeper weighs in | ChicagoLIVE
A Chicago beekeeper explains how electromagnetic fields from data centers could affect bees’ navigation, while weather, parasites and other environmental factors continue to threaten local hives.
A Chicago beekeeper explains how electromagnetic fields from data centers could affect bees’ navigation, while weather, parasites and other environmental factors continue to threaten local hives.
Perseid meteor shower returns with some of the best viewing conditions in years
Adler Planetarium’s Michelle Nichols explains when and where to watch the Perseid meteor shower, what you’ll see and whether you need any special equipment.
Adler Planetarium’s Michelle Nichols explains when and where to watch the Perseid meteor shower, what you’ll see and whether you need any special equipment.
Scientists gene-edit allergens out of dogs
Scientists are using gene-editing techniques to create hypoallergenic dogs. A scientist with Kindred Companion Sciences joins Good Day Chicago to break down what this means for pet-owners.
Scientists are using gene-editing techniques to create hypoallergenic dogs. A scientist with Kindred Companion Sciences joins Good Day Chicago to break down what this means for pet-owners.
NORAD F-16s intercept two aircraft near Trump’s Bedminster Golf Club
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) said F-16 fighter jets intercepted two general aviation aircraft over Bedminster, New Jersey.
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) said F-16 fighter jets intercepted two general aviation aircraft over Bedminster, New Jersey.
A solar eclipse is coming Wednesday: What to know and how to watch
A total solar eclipse is taking place Aug. 12, and though it won’t be totally visible from the U.S., several northern states will be able to see a partial solar eclipse, NASA said.
A total solar eclipse is taking place Aug. 12, and though it won’t be totally visible from the U.S., several northern states will be able to see a partial solar eclipse, NASA said.
FAA orders inspections of hundreds of Boeing 737 Max jets over potential cracking
The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered inspections of certain Boeing 737 Max aircraft over concerns about potential fuselage cracking.
The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered inspections of certain Boeing 737 Max aircraft over concerns about potential fuselage cracking.