Lollapalooza goes green again with hybrid battery-powered main stage | ChicagoNOW
After making history last year as the first major U.S. festival to power its Main Stage entirely with a hybrid battery system, Lollapalooza is bringing back its hybrid-powered Main Stage for 2025. Director of Operations and Sustainability with C3 Presents Jake Perry talks more about how this works.
Demolition of historic Damen Silos raises concerns among McKinley Park neighbors
As a city contractor begins tearing down the Damen Silos, residents worry about environmental risks and unknown redevelopment plans?Anthony Moser of Neighbors for Environmental Justice weighs in.
Photographer David Zurick captures America's "Third Coast" in new book | ChicagoNOW
You've probably heard the Great Lakes called "the third coast," but a new photobook is making the case that this stretch of shoreline deserves a much bigger spotlight. David Zurick is the photographer behind The Third Coast: America's Great Lakes Shoreline, a stunning, full-color journey around all five Great Lakes.
What is corn sweat? How Midwest crops are fueling summer humidity
As dangerously hot weather is set to blister over Chicago this week, a Midwest-centric term "corn sweat" is making its rounds yet again.
EPA’s research and development office eliminated; thousands laid off
The Environmental Protection Agency said Friday it is eliminating its research and development arm and reducing agency staff by thousands of employees.
How urban beekeeping is thriving in Chicago neighborhoods
You may not hear them over the sound of traffic, but bees are busy making honey across Chicago. FOX 32 follows one beekeeper proving urban apiaries aren't just possible, they're essential.
Paris on Politics: Lake Michigan has fallen 4 feet since 2020
FOX 32's Paris Schutz has the latest on politics in Chicago, the state of Illinois, and across the nation.
Trump administration backs out of plan to publish key climate reports on NASA website
The Trump administration has reversed course on a plan to host major national climate change reports on NASA’s website.
Greenland village comes face-to-face with a giant iceberg
Photos released by the town in Greenland show giant wedges of ice towering over homes, businesses and boats.
Trump Tower to pay $4.8M in settlement over Chicago River violations
Trump Tower Chicago has agreed to a $4.8 million settlement after years of violating the Clean Water Act by improperly using water from the Chicago River and killing aquatic life.
Yosemite National Park to open all campgrounds for first time in 6 years
Officials noted that reservations are required at all campgrounds through October. They urged visitors to make reservations as soon as possible.
Cicada shows up in Chicago a year late: 'Bro overslept'
A post on Reddit is going viral after someone found a cicada in their neighborhood.
New mural across the street from FOX 32 takes Gabby and Jenna on an adventure | ChicagoNOW
A new mural is being created on the Prudential Building in Chicago across the street from FOX 32, which led to Gabriella Premus and Jenna Carroll going on a bit of a road trip!
Urban farming at CCA Academy tackles food insecurity
An urban agriculture program at CCA Academy is giving students hands-on experience while helping the community address food insecurity and environmental challenges. Fox 32's Gabriella Premus has more.
Popular beers found with high levels of dangerous 'forever chemicals,' study reveals
Recent studies have found that some beers brewed in the US have high levels of "forever chemicals" and are considered above the allowed EPA limit.
'Chicago River Day' shows progress with less trash, more wildlife
Thirty-three years later, Chicago River cleanup reveals healthier water, fewer bags of trash, and more wildlife.
'Chicago River Day' shows progress with less trash, more wildlife
Thirty-three years later, Chicago River cleanup reveals healthier water, fewer bags of trash, and more wildlife.
Why allergy season feels worse in 2025 and what you can do about it
Experts say climate change is driving longer, more intense allergy seasons. Here’s why your symptoms may feel worse this year—and what you can do to feel better.
Support sustainability at the Lakeview Earth Day celebration this Sunday
This week we've been marking Earth Day and there is a special celebration in Lake View to help people go green.
How you can give back for Earth Day
Tom Cosgrove from EarthDay.org talks about the history of the holiday and what you can do to support our environment.