CHICAGO — While Illinois remains unaffected by the storm itself, a developing hurricane just off the Mid-Atlantic coast is now impacting travel and commerce across major coastal shipping routes, sending ripples through logistics networks that stretch into the Midwest. This powerful offshore system is generating massive waves nearing 50 feet from Cape Fear, North Carolina…

JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI — Dangerous levels of heat will blanket much of Mississippi through Tuesday evening, with heat index values climbing as high as 115°F. The National Weather Service in Jackson issued an Extreme Heat Warning effective until 8 p.m., covering central and western Mississippi, along with portions of southeast Arkansas and northeast Louisiana. Communities under…

PADUCAH, KENTUCKY — Western Kentucky endured one of its hottest days of the summer Tuesday, with temperatures climbing toward 99°F and heat index values topping 105°F. A Heat Advisory remained in effect until 7 p.m. for Paducah and surrounding counties, warning residents of dangerous outdoor conditions. Heat Builds Into the Afternoon The National Weather Service…

MARQUETTE, MICHIGAN — Drivers across Marquette County and the Upper Peninsula should prepare for patchy fog and spotty showers early Tuesday, with damp conditions lingering overnight before a stretch of sunshine returns by midweek. Fog and Showers Early Tuesday The National Weather Service in Marquette reported that visibility may fall to just a few miles…

CINCINNATI, OHIO — Residents across southwest Ohio, northern Kentucky, and southeast Indiana are being urged to prepare for volatile conditions Tuesday as oppressive heat combines with the risk of strong thunderstorms during the evening hours. Heat Index Over 100°F Before Storms Arrive The National Weather Service in Wilmington reported that Cincinnati temperatures could climb to…

LA CROSSE, WISCONSIN — Residents across southwest Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa are bracing for storms Monday evening as the National Weather Service in La Crosse warns of gusty winds and heavy downpours along the Mississippi River Valley. Storms Developing Monday Evening Forecasters expect scattered thunderstorms to build through the late afternoon and evening….

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN — Drivers across northeast Wisconsin may encounter patchy fog and slick roads Tuesday morning, with light showers possible by the afternoon before calmer, sunnier conditions settle in midweek. Foggy Start to the Day The National Weather Service in Green Bay reported that visibility could drop below a quarter-mile at times, particularly in…

CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS — After days of sweltering heat, residents across Central Illinois are set to catch a break as temperatures cool overnight Monday into Tuesday, though scattered thunderstorms could complicate the morning commute. Heat Index Drops After Triple-Digit Start to the Week The National Weather Service in Lincoln reported that heat indices topping 100°F on…

DAVENPORT, IOWA — Commuters across the Iowa–Illinois border faced challenging conditions Tuesday morning as dense fog formed along the Mississippi River, cutting visibility and slowing travel across the Quad Cities. Fog Creates Low Visibility Along Major Routes The National Weather Service in the Quad Cities reported that fog was most concentrated west of the Mississippi,…

DES MOINES, IOWA — Residents across central Iowa saw a foggy start to the day Tuesday, but conditions quickly improved, giving way to sunshine and highs near 87 degrees. Fog Clears After Low Visibility Overnight The National Weather Service in Des Moines reported that dense fog developed overnight across central and northern Iowa, reducing visibility…