How cities are preparing their water infrastructure for bigger storms

These heavier 21st century rains are overwhelming our 20th century stormwater infrastructure. By Paul Huttner and Megan Burks of Minnesota Public Radio News - February 13, 2020 Read More »

Will Spring Flooding in 2020 Repeat Last Year's Disaster? There Are Some Troubling Signs.

There are some troubling signs ahead of the approaching spring flood season. Last fall was historically wet in parts of the Northern Plains and upper Midwest. By Jon Erdman of The Weather Channel - February 14, 2020 Read More »

For kids' coughs, trying swapping over-the-counter syrups for honey

What can desperate, sleep-starved parents give their kids? The answer might be already in the kitchen cupboard. By Selena Simmons-Duffin of National Public Radio News - February 9, 2020 Read More »

Great Lakes ice coverage levels well below average: Canadian Coast Guard

Only five per cent of the lakes iced over as of this week. From CBC News · Thunder Bay - February 7, 2020 Read More »

Coast Guards warns of weak ice across Great Lakes region

Current ice conditions on the Great Lakes are far below the seasonal average. The combination of open water, unstable ice formation and areas of relatively weak ice may create hazardous conditions for recreational users. From the United States Coast Guard - February 4, 2020 Read More »

How To Protect Yourself From Colds and the Flu While Traveling

There's one good way to have your long-anticipated vacation ruined before you even leave your departing city — contract a virus. Your risk of that happening is the highest when you fly. By Ally Hirschlag of The Weather Channel - Posted: January 15, 2020 Read More »

County Encourages Residents to Register for CodeRED Alert System

Watch the video advising on the benefits of the CodeRED notification system. Public Notice from Cook County: County Encourages Residents to Register for CodeRED Alert System Read More »