DuPage County launches an Animal Protection Unit to enforce animal welfare laws, with a team led by State’s Attorney Bob Berlin, to combat animal abuse and educate the public.

Chicago's weather remains unpredictable with ongoing air quality issues. Improvements may arrive over the weekend, with typical temperatures and chances of rain. Next week could see warmer, drier conditions.

Chicago sees pleasant weather and relief from drought with recent rains, though patchy fog and haze affect air quality. The weekend forecast promises sunshine and temperatures in the low 70s.

Rain and cooler temperatures greeted Chicago commuters today, with a high chance of showers continuing into the evening. The weekend is expected to be mostly sunny and dry.

Chicagoans will see temperatures rise into the upper 80s with breezy conditions and potential evening showers and storms, followed by a cooler Wednesday with a chance of rain and a drier weekend ahead.

Chicago is expecting a warm week with temperatures nearing 90°F, potential thunderstorms, and under the influence of smoke from Canadian wildfires, possibly affecting air quality.

Cooler temperatures and haze persisted in Chicago on a Sunday morning, with a high-pressure system keeping the weather dry. The week ahead is expected to see soaring temperatures, gusts, and potential showers and thunderstorms.

Chicago is bracing for poor air quality due to smoke from distant wildfires, which will create hazy conditions and potentially harm sensitive groups. An air quality alert is in effect as the region awaits a clearing front.

Chicago experiences sunny skies and mid-70s temperatures with a forecast of rain and thunderstorms later and gusty winds. The weekend may see smoke and slight temperature drops before a heat surge next week.

Chicago experienced partly sunny skies with a high near 69°F, shifting winds, and a cool evening. The forecast includes warmer days ahead with possible showers and thunderstorms, but a pleasant weekend and warm start to the next week are expected.

Rain is forecasted for Chicago today with a 90% chance of precipitation and a high around 56 degrees; conditions are expected to improve slightly over the week.

A phosphorus flare from a military exercise was found at Chicago's Montrose Beach, raising safety concerns as three others remain missing. Beachgoers are warned to avoid and report any found flares.

Chicago experiences cool days with the possibility of showers; temperatures are expected to rise by the weekend, with forecasts of sunnier weather and a high near 79 degrees.