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…
BOURBONNAIS, ILLINOIS — Families planning late-summer outings in Kankakee County will need to mark their calendars, as Exploration Station in Bourbonnais is set to close for its annual maintenance shutdown from August 20 through August 30, 2025. The closure is part of a long-standing tradition that allows staff to refresh exhibits, complete deep cleaning, and…
RENSSELAER, INDIANA — A 32-year-old woman was hospitalized Friday morning after being struck by a semi-truck hauling an oversized load along U.S. 231 in Jasper County, according to local authorities. Crash Reported South of County Road 1050 S Deputies with the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office were called around 9:12 a.m. to the crash site just…
NORMAL, ILLINOIS — Westbound travelers on Interstate 74 are facing significant delays today after emergency road repairs forced a shutdown between mileposts 120 and 125 near Normal. Closure and Detour in Place According to the Illinois State Police, all westbound lanes are closed in McLean County while crews work on critical roadway damage. Traffic is…
FRANKFORT, ILLINOIS — Village officials are asking residents to weigh in on a proposal that would replace Frankfort’s well water system with Lake Michigan water, a move that could triple monthly costs for households but also place the community in line with neighboring suburbs already making the transition. From Wells to Lake Michigan Currently, Frankfort…