Emily Wahls
Emily Wahls is the Chief Meteorologist at FOX 32 Chicago. She joined the WFLD team in September 2021.
Before coming to Chicago, Emily worked as the chief meteorologist for WILX in Lansing, Michigan. Prior to that, she spent seven years at WLNS, also in Lansing. During her time in Michigan, Emily covered everything from snowstorms and ice storms, to severe thunderstorms and tornadoes.
She attended Central Michigan University and graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology. In 2023, Emily earned the designation of Certified Broadcast Meteorologist from the American Meteorological Society.
Outside of work, she spends her time with her husband Donnie and daughter Maeve. Together they enjoy cycling, exploring all Chicago has to offer, and being outdoors.
The latest from Emily Wahls
Chicago weather: Another round of accumulating snowfall possible this weekend
Emily Wahls has your weather update!
Chicago weather: Dangerously cold temps expected overnight
A cold front through the Chicago area is bringing dangerously low temperatures overnight.
Chicago weather: Very cold temps to rise overnight
Temperatures are expected to rise overnight into the low to mid 20s by daybreak Wednesday.
Chicago weather: More snow hits during evening rush hour
The snow has arrived, and road conditions are getting slick around the region.
Chicago weather: Another round of accumulating snow arrives Monday
What a weekend! Not only did we set a new daily record snowfall for November 29th, but Saturday will go down as the snowiest November day in recorded Chicago history. 8.4 inches fell at O'Hare on Saturday, beating the previous November one-day snowfall record of 8.0" set on 11/6/1951.
Chicago weather: Up to 10 inches of snow possible as weekend storm approaches
All eyes are on the weekend forecast as a disruptive snowstorm moves through the region.
Chicago weather: Weekend snowstorm will likely impact travel
Winter-like conditions have taken hold of the region,, and we're stuck with the cold through the holiday weekend and into next week.
Chicago weather: A drastic drop in temperatures, just in time for Thanksgiving
Rain showers have arrived in parts of Chicagoland and are expected to expand in coverage overnight.
