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Heat in Illinois: Cook County logged its 13th heat death of 2026, with counts now more than doubling the highest totals from the last decade, underscoring how severe summer heat is hitting the South and West sides hardest. Water & drought mysteries: As persistent drought drives Lake Mead to new historic lows, the exposed shoreline is again surfacing long-buried secrets—from abandoned boats to human remains tied to older cases. Glyphosate fight in Illinois: New research tied to a proposed Illinois glyphosate ban warns of up to $609 million in annual losses for Illinois farmers, arguing higher weed-control costs could put the state at a competitive disadvantage. Severe weather watch (Central Illinois): Storm chances return this evening with an upgraded slight risk for scattered severe storms, including damaging winds, large hail, and a possible tornado. El Niño outlook: NOAA’s seasonal messaging and regional climate briefings point to a strengthening, very strong El Niño through spring, with implications for fall weather and drought planning. Local clean energy: Wood River approved solar for its recreation center and fire department, but projects hinge on grant funding.

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