Marisol Vega

Marisol Vega

Marisol writes about how city decisions affect everyday people. From housing and schools to city programs, she breaks down the news so it’s easy to understand. Her focus is helping readers know what’s changing and how it matters to them.

Heat Advisory Issued for Chicago Area as Temperatures Set to Soar Midweek

Heat Advisory Issued for Chicago Area as Temperatures Set to Soar Midweek

CHICAGO – A Heat Advisory has been issued for the entire Chicagoland area, with dangerous heat and humidity expected to build through the middle ...

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Dust Storm Sweeps Across South and Central Phoenix, Prompts Safety Warnings

Dust Storm Sweeps Across South and Central Phoenix, Prompts Safety Warnings

PHOENIX, ARIZONA – A powerful dust storm swept through south and central Phoenix on Monday evening, creating dangerous visibility conditions and prompting emergency warnings ...

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Illinois Awards $5 Million in Fire Station Grants to Support Rural First Responders

Illinois Awards $5 Million in Fire Station Grants to Support Rural First Responders

ILLINOIS — In a move aimed at strengthening emergency response in underserved areas, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois State Fire Marshal’s Office (OSFM) ...

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Chicago Enjoys Brief Cooldown Before Muggy Heat Returns Next Week

Chicago Enjoys Brief Cooldown Before Muggy Heat Returns Next Week

CHICAGO — Take a deep breath, open the windows, and enjoy it while it lasts: Chicago’s brief break from scorching summer heat will end ...

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Metra Explores Return of Café Cars on Chicago Trains, Sparking Mixed Rider Reactions

Metra Explores Return of Café Cars on Chicago Trains, Sparking Mixed Rider Reactions

CHICAGO — Metra may be brewing something new for commuters — or perhaps something old with a modern twist. The suburban rail service is ...

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Chicago Weather Alert: Strong Storms Possible This Weekend With Wind, Rain, and Hail

Chicago Weather Alert: Strong Storms Possible This Weekend With Wind, Rain, and Hail

CHICAGO – The National Weather Service is warning that strong thunderstorms could impact the Chicago area this weekend, with the potential for damaging winds ...

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Chicago Police Issue West Side Warning After Robberies, Beatings in Single Hour

Chicago Police Issue West Side Warning After Robberies, Beatings in Single Hour

CHICAGO – Police are issuing a warning after a series of violent robberies and beatings that took place on Chicago’s West Side earlier this ...

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Metro Detroit Forecast: Cooler Weather With Sunshine Arrives Ahead of Weekend Thunderstorms

Metro Detroit Forecast: Cooler Weather With Sunshine Arrives Ahead of Weekend Thunderstorms

DETROIT – After a rainy and humid stretch through midweek, Metro Detroit residents can expect cooler temperatures and mostly sunny skies on Friday, bringing ...

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Monsoon Storms Expected to Hit Southern Nevada Friday With Heavy Rain and Wind

Monsoon Storms Expected to Hit Southern Nevada Friday With Heavy Rain and Wind

LAS VEGAS – Southern Nevada residents should brace for another round of monsoonal showers and thunderstorms on Friday, with the strongest activity expected in ...

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Washington Heat Advisory: Seattle, Everett, and Tacoma Face 90°F Highs and Health Warnings Until Thursday Evening

Washington Heat Advisory: Seattle, Everett, and Tacoma Face 90°F Highs and Health Warnings Until Thursday Evening

SEATTLE, WA — The Puget Sound region is under a Heat Advisory as temperatures soar into the upper 80s to low 90s, triggering health ...

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