Chicago heat wave draws large crowds to beaches as temperatures soar
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Cooling centers are open across the city of Chicago amid the dangerous heat wave this week, but many are finding relief at Chicago beaches. FOX Chicago's Joanie Lum reports.

World Cup fans brace for weather phenomenon known as 'heat dome'

A threatening heat dome will engulf the central and eastern U.S. this week with heat index temperatures — which combine air temperature with humidity — soaring into the triple-digits in some areas.

How to keep kids safe during extreme heat
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Dr. Tomitra Latimer of Lurie Children's shares tips on keeping kids hydrated, recognizing early signs of heat exhaustion, and the key safety questions parents should ask summer camp directors during extreme heat.

What to know about protecting your health amid Chicago's severe heat this week
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City officials are urging residents to stay indoors during the ongoing heat wave while expanding access to cooling centers and other resources. Fox Chicago's Joanie Lum has the latest.

Extreme heat tips: How to cool off and sleep better amid hot temps
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A look at the cooling centers and public buildings available across Chicago, along with simple tips to stay cool while sleeping and warning signs that could signal heat exhaustion or heat stroke.

How to stay cool amid Chicago heat wave

Dangerous heat is here. Chicago is reminding everyone to stay hydrated and cool. Here's where you can find a free cooling center.

How to stay cool as dangerous heat settles over Chicago
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Dangerous heat is settling over the Chicago area this week, prompting city officials to urge residents to take precautions.

Scammers target Merrillville tornado victims with fake cleanup bills, police warn

A scam is targeting Merrillville residents recovering from the June 11 tornado, with fraudsters going door to door seeking payment for cleanup work performed by volunteers, police said.

Volunteers help with storm clean up in NW Indiana
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The community is working together to clean up Merrillville, Indiana after this week's storms. Fox Chicago's Se Kwon reports live from the damage.

Strong storms leave downed trees, power lines in Bartlett
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Communities across the area and into Northwest Indiana are once again cleaning up after yet another round of severe weather.  A lot of these communities are the same that were hit by tornadoes this month. Some just days ago.  Leslie Moreno is getting us started with storm coverage.  She’s out in Bartlett right now.

Chicagoland storm aftermath: Tornado, flooding, power outages and damage

From Bartlett to Merrillville, communities are cleaning up after damaging winds and heavy rain swept through Chicagoland Wednesday night.

See the damage storms left behind across Chicagoland
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From Bartlett to Merrillville, communities are cleaning up after damaging winds and heavy rain swept through Chicagoland Wednesday night.

Chicagoland storm damage stretches from suburbs to NW Indiana
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From Bartlett to Merrillville, communities are cleaning up after damaging winds and heavy rain swept through Chicagoland Wednesday night.