UPPER MIDWEST

May 31 2025ENVIRONMENT

Canada's Wildfire Smoke: Midwest's Unexpected Guest

Canada's wildfires are making headlines again, but this time, it's not just about the destruction they're causing up north. The smoke from these fires has been traveling south, crossing the border into the United States. This has sparked worries about air quality in the Upper Midwest. Officials have been quick to issue warnings and advisories. People in Michigan,...

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Dec 19 2024WEATHER

Snow Alert: Midwest Braces for Winter Weather

Get ready, Midwest! A weather system is sweeping in, and it's bringing snow. Meteorologists predict that the upper Midwest will see between one to three inches of snow on Thursday afternoon. The Great Lakes region is in the spotlight, with a 40% chance of snow in parts of Illinois and Indiana. This snowfall is expected to start in the afternoon and continue into the ...

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