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: A few rounds of snow could be possible before the weekend
Lake effect snow showers may lead to areas of slick travel this evening, mainly in northwest Indiana. Accumulations will be minor, but any untreated surfaces could become snowy/icy.
Chicago weather: Changes ahead! Warmer air is finally on the horizon for the Chicago area
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Chicago weather: Light snow could lead to slick spots overnight into early Tuesday
Scattered snow showers are possible tonight, and any untreated surfaces could become slick.
Chicago weather: Light snow may lead to slick roads tonight and early Monday
Welcome to February! We have a seasonably cool week on tap with just a couple chances for light snow.
Chicago weather: Heavy lake-effect snow Friday, Saturday; winter weather advisories issued
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Chicago weather: Lake effect snow will bring impacts to Chicagoland Thursday and Friday
Cold air is here to stay through the end of the week and lake effect snow will bring impacts to parts of Chicagoland Friday and Saturday.
Chicago weather: Sub-zero wind chills stick around, lake effect snow returns late this week
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Chicago weather: Blowing and drifting snow could bring travel impacts through Tuesday
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Chicago weather: Dangerously cold tonight and Monday with -15 to -25 wind chills
Heavy lake effect snow continues to fall across portions of Chicagoland this afternoon. The heaviest bands will shift from northeast Illinois to northwest Indiana this evening.
Chicago weather: Wind chill plummet to -30 to -40 tonight and Friday
Dangerously cold conditions will take hold of Chicagoland tonight and last through at least Saturday. Overnight lows will plummet to around -10 with west-northwest winds gusting to 30 mph at times.