When it came to earthquakes and wildfires, there was always a sense of smug comfort being in this corner of the Midwest. No longer.

As of noon Friday, Waukegan had an AQI of 345, North Chicago 357, Zion 318, Highland Park 411, Barrington 329, Round Lake 316 and Buffalo Grove 352. Anything over 301 is hazardous.

Michael Adam, director of environmental health at the Lake County Health Department, said some basic precautions can keep residents healthy and safe when outdoors this summer.

Investigators have yet to identify all the product or supplier behind the current cyclosporiasis outbreak, leaving community members struggling to decide what’s safe to eat.

The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, and the passenger, a 32-year-old woman, were unconscious in the roadway when officers arrived, police said.

North Chicago and the U.S. Navy signed a $50 million Intergovernmental Service Agreement (IGSA) Monday in North Chicago to finance environmental remediation of the property.

Several Democrats have at least $1 million ready for their Nov. 3 showdowns. No Republican hopefuls have that much in the bank.

PAWS Chicago Rescue Ranch is a vision of the nonprofit founded 28 years ago with an unwavering commitment to a no-kill policy for homeless dogs and cats.