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 severe storms possible this week
Now that today's severe weather threat is over, we're already looking ahead to our next round of severe storms by midweek.
Live updates: Tracking severe weather passing through Chicago area
Severe weather is expected in much of the Chicago area throughout the day on Sunday.
Chicago weather: Late-night storms expected, warmth ahead before weekend cooldown
Scattered showers and storms will affect Chicagoland late tonight through early Friday morning, with a risk of hail in some areas.
Storms, 70s, and a cooldown: What's ahead for Chicagoland weather
The weather pattern is set to become more active as rain and storms make a return heading into the weekend.
Chicago weather: Temps to soar into the 70s, but rain chances increase
A warming trend begins Thursday, with highs soaring into the 70s by Friday.
Chicago weather: Late week warmup and possible weekend storms
Temperatures later this week will depend on the position of a warm front.
Chicago weather: Wind Advisory issued until midnight for Chicagoland
Showers are sweeping across Chicagoland this afternoon ahead of an approaching cold front. Following the cold frontal passage this evening, westerly winds are expected to become very gusty.
Chicagoland to see warmer Friday before weekend cooldown
Chicagoland will see a brief taste of spring-like warmth Friday before a cold front moves in.
Chicagoland tornado count: 8 twisters confirmed after severe storms
The National Weather Service has confirmed that eight tornadoes touched down across the Chicagoland area on Wednesday as powerful storms swept through the region.
Tornado Warnings expire as severe weather blows through Chicagoland
All Tornado Warnings have expired as severe weather continues to barrel through the Chicagoland area.