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Canadian wildfire smoke brings poor air quality to Midwest as flood threat looms in Carolinas
Wildfire smoke from Canada is blanketing the skies in the Midwest, leaving millions with dangerous breathing conditions.
Woman Sees Chicago Home Flooding on Pet Cam, Dog's Reaction Says It All
A dog's nonchalant reaction to her home flooding, caught on a security camera, has left the internet in stitches.
Southwest Side residents demand answers after flooding
Friday’s heavy rain caused lots of flooding on the city’s Southwest Side and neighboring suburbs, and affected residents want ...
Gage Park recovers from extensive flood damage: 'I couldn't believe it'
Ald. Ray Lopez described the flooding as “horrendous” with some residents dealing with more than 2 feet of water. He's ...
Verizon installing 50 flood sensors in Chicago to provide real-time alerts about flash flooding
Only days after intense rain flooded out streets and homes on the South and Southwest sides of Chicago, the city plans to ...
Flood damage assessment survey due Sunday for Chicago residents affected by recent flash flooding
The Chicago Office of Emergency Management (OEMC) is asking residents who received water in their basements during the flash ...
Illinois first responders return home after 2 weeks helping recovery at deadly Texas flood sites
There was a long-awaited homecoming and warm welcome for Illinois rescue teams who spent two weeks away from their families ...
Chicago weather: Fast-moving storms knock trees onto houses, cause fires, cut power
A line of fast-moving storms prompted severe thunderstorm warnings in the Chicago area and ground stops at O'Hare and Midway ...