Summer 2025 has already been a scorcher, with much of the eastern half of the nation enduring weeks of high heat and tropical ...

Chicago faces a persistent heatwave with temperatures forecasted to reach the mid 90s, minimal rain chances, and potential ...

Another 90° day in Chicago—and there’s more heat where that came from🌡️ Here's what to expect this weekend and beyond.

Breathing in polluted air for extended periods of time can pose a serious health risk for people, especially for vulnerable ...

Tony Briscoe is an environmental reporter with the Los Angeles Times. His coverage focuses on the intersection of air quality and environmental health. Prior to joining The Times, Briscoe was an ...

Dr. Juanita Mora, board director for the American Lung Association and CEO of Chicago Allergy Center, joins Lisa Dent to ...

An air quality alert in the Chicago area has been extended for another day as Canadian wildfire smoke continues to plague the ...

Concern for poor air quality in the greater Chicago area remains as the Illinois EPA extends its alert until Thursday night.

Wildfire smoke brings hazy skies and poor air quality to Chicago today, with hot and humid weather building into the weekend.

As Canada grapples with one of its worst wildfire seasons on record, smoke from the blazes have prompted air quality alerts across the U.S.

With Canadian wildfires seemingly out of control, states from Wisconsin to Maine and as far south as Pennsylvania and ...

Chicago faces an air quality alert due to Canadian wildfire smoke and high ozone levels, with risks for sensitive groups.