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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
3 Chicago-area hospitals with broken air conditioning as heat, humidity continues
Three hospitals in the Chicago area have had problems with air conditioning as a dangerous heat wave has affected the region ...
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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Near-Record Temperatures Could Hit Chicago Monday As Brutal Heat Wave Continues
Saturday set a new highest minimum temperature for June 21 in Chicago. Humidity levels are making it feel well over 100 ...
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 ...
Onyx Pilates turns up the heat on 'Inclusive Fitness' in Chicago
Onyx Pilates is bringing heat and inclusivity to Chicago's fitness scene. Co-founded by former Chicago Bear Christian Jones, his wife Liz Jones, and fitness pro Jonathan Montet, the Black- and ...