The Latest Breaking News from Midwest

Chicago hit by severe storms as 500,000+ lose power, flights halted

Chicago and parts of the wider Midwest were hit by severe storms on Tuesday, leaving more than 500,000 customers without power, grounding flights and causing widespread damage across Illinois and north-western Indiana.

The Times of India · Aug 12

US mosquito numbers have crashed during a historic drought, but scientists say fewer mosquitoes can still mean a higher risk of West Nile virus

Mosquitoes have all but vanished from parts of the United States this summer, and residents in states like Minnesota say they cannot remember a season this quiet. A historic drought sweeping through the West and Midwest has cut mosquito populations by as much as 50 to 70 per cent in…

The Times of India · Aug 10

Where have all the mosquitoes gone? Parts of the US are seeing a huge drop — and that has experts worried

Mosquito levels are down 50 percent across some western and Midwest states - but the West Nile virus caseload has hit a 22-year high

The Independent UK · Aug 9

What Caused Wheat to Spike? Will it Pull Corn and Soybeans Along for the Ride?

In today's interview on Markets Now, I discussed how Black Sea export disruptions, Midwest weather forecasts, macroeconomic uncertainty around the Federal Reserve, and resilient cattle fundamentals are driving current agricultural and financial markets.

Barchart · Jul 30

Nicolet Law Provides Help in Midwest Injury Cases for Working People and Families

Firm honors include Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyers, Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers Association, and recognition as a Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers Magazine.

Medical Daily · Jul 30

Cooler US Weather Forecasts Push Nat-Gas Prices Lower

August Nymex natural gas (NGQ26 ) on Tuesday closed down -0.105 (-3.79%). Nat-gas prices retreated for a fourth straight session on Tuesday and posted a 3-month nearest-futures low. Prices are under pressure as weather models shifted to show a cooler Midwest and East Coast in the near term, reducing the...

Barchart · Jul 28

Hazardous Heat in the Midwest Is Stoking Corn and Soybean Prices. What to Watch Next.

Bulls are getting a kick from hot and dry weather spreading across the U.S.

Barchart · Jul 27

Severe storms battered Pittsburgh twice as often as usual this spring – a meteorologist explains why

It’s no secret: This year has been a bad one so far for severe thunderstorms around Pittsburgh. In fact, it has been quite an active season throughout the Ohio Valley and a large part of the Midwest.

The Conversation · Jul 27

Tick Season Is at Its Peak Right Now: Here Is the Full-Body Check You Need After Every Trip Outside

Tick-bite ER visits are at a decade-high in 2026. Here is the CDC-recommended full-body tick check, treatment guide, and when to see a doctor after a bite.

Medical Daily · Jul 23

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Blankets the Midwest and Northeast, Putting 100 Million Americans Under Air Quality Alerts

Canadian wildfire smoke has put 100+ million Americans under air quality alerts across 16–18 states. Here's who faces the highest health risk and what to do to protect yourself.

Medical Daily · Jul 21