Chicago weather: One more day of triple-digit heat index values, and then a nice weekend cool down
Emily Wahls has your weather update!
Emily Wahls has your weather update!
Animals need help in Chicago's south suburbs due to overcrowding, air conditioning issues
The heat this week has had a serious impact on some suburban animal shelters as their air conditioning struggles to keep up.
The heat this week has had a serious impact on some suburban animal shelters as their air conditioning struggles to keep up.
Chicago Teacher's Union concerned about classroom air conditioning amid extreme heat
As the temperature climbs, the Chicago Teacher's Union is expressing concerns about access to air conditioning in classrooms, saying it's an issue of student safety.
As the temperature climbs, the Chicago Teacher's Union is expressing concerns about access to air conditioning in classrooms, saying it's an issue of student safety.
Beating the Heat: Lombard water park providing cool relief on sweltering Wednesday
It has definitely been a hot one Wednesday, with everyone trying to cope as best they can. What better way than at the water park. FOX 32?s Nate Rodgers is in Lombard at the Paradise Bay Water Park where everyone is doing what they can to stay cool.
It has definitely been a hot one Wednesday, with everyone trying to cope as best they can. What better way than at the water park. FOX 32?s Nate Rodgers is in Lombard at the Paradise Bay Water Park where everyone is doing what they can to stay cool.
How to stay cool in Chicago's soupy heat
It will continue to be extremely hot and humid through Thursday this week. Cook County has several places available for people to go to keep cool in this weather. There are many tips to stay safe while braving the weather, as well, such as staying hydrated and avoiding sugary drinks.
It will continue to be extremely hot and humid through Thursday this week. Cook County has several places available for people to go to keep cool in this weather. There are many tips to stay safe while braving the weather, as well, such as staying hydrated and avoiding sugary drinks.
Chicago weather: Dangerous heat, humidity continue through Thursday
Fox 32's Tim McGill has your afternoon weather update.
Fox 32's Tim McGill has your afternoon weather update.
Chicago weather: Dangerous heat settling in to Chicago
FOX 32's Kaitlin Cody breaks down today's weather outlook.
FOX 32's Kaitlin Cody breaks down today's weather outlook.
Chicago heat wave: Extreme temps move CPS recess, activities indoors; sports games postponed
Recess and outdoor activities at Chicago Public Schools will be moved indoors this week and outdoor sports games and practices will be postponed Wednesday and Thursday because of the extreme heat forecasted to hit the city.
Recess and outdoor activities at Chicago Public Schools will be moved indoors this week and outdoor sports games and practices will be postponed Wednesday and Thursday because of the extreme heat forecasted to hit the city.
Firefighters battle Chinatown store fire in excessive heat
Chicago firefighters worked on a fire at a market in Chinatown amid extreme heat this morning. Crews remained on scene most of the morning. Putting the blaze out took extra help as the concrete building had little ventilation, officials said.
Chicago firefighters worked on a fire at a market in Chinatown amid extreme heat this morning. Crews remained on scene most of the morning. Putting the blaze out took extra help as the concrete building had little ventilation, officials said.
High school athletes practice early to beat the heat
Chicago area schools are squeezing in athletics practices prior to the extreme heat rolling in later Wednesday. Football and cross country practice began as early as 6 a.m. at St. Ignatius College Prep. The IHSA has strict rules concerning practice conditions.
Chicago area schools are squeezing in athletics practices prior to the extreme heat rolling in later Wednesday. Football and cross country practice began as early as 6 a.m. at St. Ignatius College Prep. The IHSA has strict rules concerning practice conditions.
Chicago braces for scorching temperatures: Excessive Heat Warning in effect
An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for the Chicago area today with highs pushing to the upper 90s. Heat index values will be between 110-115 degrees for most.
An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for the Chicago area today with highs pushing to the upper 90s. Heat index values will be between 110-115 degrees for most.
Chicago weather: Wednesday morning forecast
FOX 32's Kaitlin Cody previews what promises to be an extremely hot day across Chicagoland
FOX 32's Kaitlin Cody previews what promises to be an extremely hot day across Chicagoland
Classes, sports in Chicago area pivot due to extreme heat
It is going to feel well over 100 degrees Wednesday and many student-athletes will have to pivot at the start of their seasons.
It is going to feel well over 100 degrees Wednesday and many student-athletes will have to pivot at the start of their seasons.
Saint Sabina Church handing out cold water amid Chicago heatwave
A South Side church is stepping up to help neighbors beat the heat, and they need some assistance to make it happen.
A South Side church is stepping up to help neighbors beat the heat, and they need some assistance to make it happen.
Chicago weather: Dangerously hot conditions through Thursday, then weekend relief
As the week progresses, here's what you can expect from the weather in Chicago:
As the week progresses, here's what you can expect from the weather in Chicago:
Dangerously hot conditions through Thursday, then weekend relief
Emily Wahls has your Chicago weather update!
Emily Wahls has your Chicago weather update!
Chicago parish handing out cold water amid heatwave
A local pastor and church are organizing a water giveaway for people in the community who need it most.
A local pastor and church are organizing a water giveaway for people in the community who need it most.
Local doctor offers safety tips for kids as heat plagues Chicago area
The watch is on in Chicago for the heat we're seeing. And with it, lots of concerns about health and safety especially when it comes to kids.
The watch is on in Chicago for the heat we're seeing. And with it, lots of concerns about health and safety especially when it comes to kids.
Illinois Tollway deploys 24/7 hot weather patrols to assist stranded drivers
The Illinois Tollway is deploying hot weather patrols 24/7 through Thursday.
The Illinois Tollway is deploying hot weather patrols 24/7 through Thursday.
Illinois Tollway deploys hot weather patrols to assist stranded drivers
The Illinois Tollway is deploying hot weather patrols 24/7 through Thursday.
The Illinois Tollway is deploying hot weather patrols 24/7 through Thursday.