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Heat wave linked to rise in opioid overdoses in Chicago over the weekend, health experts say
A total of 60 opioid overdoses were reported Friday and Saturday — including more than 37 on Saturday alone — triggering the ...
Team of scientists monitors heat, addresses climate change in Chicago
A heat wave was settling across the country Monday as Chicago saw another day of record temperatures for the date.The city ...
Chicago-area hospitals deal with air conditioning issues as heat continues
As residents across the Chicago area continue battle intense heat, three hospitals within the region are dealing with air ...
First extreme heat wave of 2025 settles over Chicago area, raising health risks
The heat index reached 106 Saturday and an extreme heat warning is in effect until Monday, according to the National Weather ...
Increase in opioid overdoses during heat wave triggers Chicago's spike alert system
Health officials told ABC7 the hot temperatures may be to blame, at least, in part. As the temperatures soared this past ...
Chicago weather: ‘Dangerous’ heat and humidity to continue through Monday
Chicago is in store for more “dangerously hot and humid conditions” Sunday, with temperatures expected to climb well into the ...
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Chicago weather: Storms drench city, slight break from extreme heat today
Storms brought heavy rain to the Chicago area this morning, offering slight relief from the heat, but 90s and more storms are expected to return later this week.
Chicago weather: Extreme Heat Warning continues for Cook County Monday
CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Chicago area will be undergoing another day of extreme heat Monday. A National Weather Service Extreme ...
Chicago cooling centers, pools, splash pads open during heat wave caused by Midwest heat dome
A Midwest heat dome is driving high temperatures and high humidity that will push the Chicago heat index into the triple ...