Northwestern University researchers are giving the city 30 recommendations to better prepare for heat waves and potentially ...

The 739 deaths in 1995 was the deadliest weather event in Illinois history and redefined Chicago’s emergency response and ...

In July 1995, 739 Chicagoans died during a five-day heat wave that shocked the city.

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A former first responder, a former journalist and another Chicagoan share what they saw and experienced during the 1995 heat ...

Earlier this summer, a dangerous heat dome settled over Chicago — pushing heat indexes past 110°F. The city now faces a ...

Sweltering heat will persist across the Chicago area through Saturday, with highs expected to soar to 95 degrees. Elevated ...

Chicago faces its 17th day of a heat wave, with temperatures soaring near 90 degrees and mostly dry conditions forecasted.

Dangerous Midwest, Northeast heat wave brings hottest weather of year so far in Chicago and New York—hydration, cooling centers and health tips amid extreme heat. The post Extreme Heat Wave ...

A large dome of high pressure anchored over the eastern half of the country is bringing sweltering heat and strong winds to the Chicago area, with little relief in sight.

A total of 60 opioid overdoses were reported Friday and Saturday — including more than 37 on Saturday alone — triggering the city's spike alert system, city health officials say. When overdose spikes ...