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Wildfire Smoke Health Crisis: Canadian wildfires are blanketing the Midwest and Great Lakes with “very unhealthy” to “hazardous” air, pushing alerts in places like Chicago and Detroit and disrupting outdoor plans, from festivals to major sports. Local Illinois Impact: Illinois residents are bracing for a second wave as smoke lingers and health experts urge people—especially kids, older adults, and those with lung or heart conditions—to limit exposure. Policy & Politics: U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening higher tariffs on Canada, blaming “willful negligence” over forest management and saying the cost of smoke pollution should be added to duties. World Cup Uncertainty: Officials are weighing air quality risks for the World Cup final, with concerns that conditions could affect players and fans. Community Resilience: In Southern Illinois, flash-flood recovery is leaving some renters stuck without help once water recedes, highlighting gaps when disasters don’t trigger federal declarations.

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Illinois water tests find elevated lead at some homes and businesses tied to older pipes

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