Chicago Botanic Garden responds to worker safety concerns over air quality
After weeks of wildfire smoke from Canada, union workers say safety protocols aren't enough?here's how the Garden is responding.
After weeks of wildfire smoke from Canada, union workers say safety protocols aren't enough?here's how the Garden is responding.
Experts confirm longest-ever lightning flash: Here's where
The massive lightning flash was captured several years ago, covering a record-setting distance to earn the distinction as the world’s longest.
The massive lightning flash was captured several years ago, covering a record-setting distance to earn the distinction as the world’s longest.
Earthquake in New Jersey: 3.0 magnitude
The United States Geological Survey said an earthquake hit New Jersey late Saturday night. Here’s what we know.
The United States Geological Survey said an earthquake hit New Jersey late Saturday night. Here’s what we know.
Chicago has the worst air quality in the world right now, index says
Wildfire smoke has pushed Chicago's air quality into the "unhealthy" zone. It's so bad, in fact, that we're the most polluted city in the world right now. Here's what you should know.
Wildfire smoke has pushed Chicago's air quality into the "unhealthy" zone. It's so bad, in fact, that we're the most polluted city in the world right now. Here's what you should know.
Massive earthquake triggers global tsunami warnings
One of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded struck miles off the Russian coast, triggering tsunami warnings and evacuations across the Pacific.
One of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded struck miles off the Russian coast, triggering tsunami warnings and evacuations across the Pacific.
Tsunami waves hit U.S. West Coast after powerful Russia earthquake
A massive earthquake off Russia?s Pacific coast has triggered tsunami waves across Hawaii, Alaska, Oregon, Washington State, and California.
A massive earthquake off Russia?s Pacific coast has triggered tsunami waves across Hawaii, Alaska, Oregon, Washington State, and California.
Tsunami activity reported in California after 8.8 magnitude earthquake hits Russia
Several tsunami alerts were issued for California, Hawaii, and Alaska.
Several tsunami alerts were issued for California, Hawaii, and Alaska.
Live updates: Chicago severe weather threat passes for now
A severe weather threat Monday for Chicagoland has passed for now.
A severe weather threat Monday for Chicagoland has passed for now.
North Carolina gamer shocked by lightning while livestreaming
The chances of being struck by lightning in any given year is 1 in 1.43 million, according to the National Lightning Safety Council.
The chances of being struck by lightning in any given year is 1 in 1.43 million, according to the National Lightning Safety Council.
39 Illinois rescuers return home after assisting in Texas deadly flooding
An Illinois Urban Search and Rescue team went to Texas last weekend to assist after the deadly flooding earlier this month. The firefighters said this mission has been physically and mentally challenging.
An Illinois Urban Search and Rescue team went to Texas last weekend to assist after the deadly flooding earlier this month. The firefighters said this mission has been physically and mentally challenging.
Chicago weather: Flood Watch issued for most of Chicagoland through Saturday evening
A Flash Flood Warning was issued for some of Chicago's south suburbs Friday afternoon amid storms.
A Flash Flood Warning was issued for some of Chicago's south suburbs Friday afternoon amid storms.
PHOTOS: Michigan man in truck survives lightning strike - 'lucky to be alive'
A man inside a pickup truck survived after it was struck by lightning in west Michigan.
A man inside a pickup truck survived after it was struck by lightning in west Michigan.
MAP: Power outages in the Chicago area due to severe storms
A dangerous round of severe weather took aim at the Chicago area on Thursday, with storms capable of producing 70+ mph wind gusts, pea-size hail or larger, and torrential rainfall.
A dangerous round of severe weather took aim at the Chicago area on Thursday, with storms capable of producing 70+ mph wind gusts, pea-size hail or larger, and torrential rainfall.
Chicago weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch and Flood Advisory issued amid strong storms
A heat advisory is in effect across the Chicago area today, with storm chances set to increase through the weekend.
A heat advisory is in effect across the Chicago area today, with storm chances set to increase through the weekend.
'Heat dome' blankets US, bringing dangerous triple-digit temps
A powerful heat dome is driving extreme temperatures across much of the U.S., with climate experts warning of rising risks tied to greenhouse gas emissions.
A powerful heat dome is driving extreme temperatures across much of the U.S., with climate experts warning of rising risks tied to greenhouse gas emissions.
Chicago weather: Heat Advisory extends through Thursday evening with a wet weekend ahead
Chicago is under a Heat Advisory as temperatures climb into the mid-90s before an active pattern of stormy weather settles in beginning Thursday evening.
Chicago is under a Heat Advisory as temperatures climb into the mid-90s before an active pattern of stormy weather settles in beginning Thursday evening.
Chicago heat wave expected to bring triple digit temps
A dangerous heat wave is expected to bring triple digit temperatures to the Chicago area. An extreme heat watch will go into effect on Wednesday.
A dangerous heat wave is expected to bring triple digit temperatures to the Chicago area. An extreme heat watch will go into effect on Wednesday.
Chicago extreme heat watch: How to stay cool this week amid dangerous temps
Chicago's in for a scorcher. A Heat Advisory is in effect Wednesday through Thursday. Here's how to stay safe.
Chicago's in for a scorcher. A Heat Advisory is in effect Wednesday through Thursday. Here's how to stay safe.
Chicago braces for dangerous midweek heatwave
Extreme heat and humidity is expected in Chicago this week with temps climbing into the mid-90s.
Extreme heat and humidity is expected in Chicago this week with temps climbing into the mid-90s.
Texas flood tragedy: 132 dead, over 100 still missing
Nearly two weeks after deadly floods devastated Texas, search teams continue efforts along the Guadalupe River as the community mourns the 132 lives lost.
Nearly two weeks after deadly floods devastated Texas, search teams continue efforts along the Guadalupe River as the community mourns the 132 lives lost.