Yes, Earthquakes happen in Illinois. Earlier today there was a Reported 3.5 Magnitude Earthquake in Southeastern Illinois, near Ohlman in Montgomery County. It was a shallow Earthquake, shaking was reported in Springfield, Champaign, Decator and as far West as St Louis. The USGS has changed the Magnitude to 3.8. There are no early reports of Injuries or Damage.... (Full Story & Photos)

List of Kane County Cooling Centers... (Full Story & Photos)

Here are some Tips for Dealing With and being Safe during the Extreme Heat.
Don't forget about your pet's Safety in the Heat.
Remember to Check Others during the Heat and Especially Older Adults.... (Full Story & Photos)

Heat Advisory today: Temps in the mid 90's with a Heat Index Over 100. Heat index of 99 at 12pm, 104 at 3pm,102 at 6pm and 94 at 9pm Tomorrow: High over 96 with Heat Index over 105. Heat index of 102 at 12pm, 108 at 3pm, 106 at 6pm and 97 at 9pm
Wednesday: Heat Index of 100 at 12pm, 103 at 3pm, 97 at 6pm and 86 at 9pm.
Thursday: Heat over 96 with a High Heat Index. There is a possibility of Storms. ... (Full Story & Photos)

-Nice & Pleasant Weather Today & Saturday with a chance of Showers Late Saturday.
-Sunday Warmer and Humid.
-Monday and Tuesday Hot and Very Humid with Temps in the Mid 90's and Heat Indices Well over 100.
-Monday through Wednesday the forecast is for the entire Fire District to be in the Enhanced/Elevated Risk area for Extreme Heat.
-The Air Quality forecast is Good today and Moderate Saturday through ... (Full Story & Photos)