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Chicago lakefront waves

High waves slam Chicago’s lakefront in October 2021. Climate change is considered a factor in higher water levels and more turbulent storms in the Great Lakes.

Rex Arbogast

Environment & Public Health

National Weather Service issues excessive heat warning in Chicago area

By  Brenda Ruiz
   

Summer hasn't officially started yet, but you can expect near-record heat and extreme humidity in the Chicago area this week.

Reset talks through what to expect and how to stay cool.

GUEST: Scott Collis, atmospheric scientist at Argonne National Laboratory

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