How can El Niño affect Illinois weather?
Thousands of miles away, the Pacific Ocean is warming which can affect weather patterns worldwide. But how can this affect Illinois?
Weather Realness
Illinois Public Media premieres a new weekly radio program and podcast, a partnership with the Department of Climate, Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences in the School of Earth, Society & Environment at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Weather Realness brings the best weather and climate scientists in Illinois to help the public understand weather and climate by providing scientific facts and enlightening conversation.
What you need to know about “Super” El Niño
You may have heard about a potential “Super” El Niño, but what does that mean? We learn how the warming in the pacific ocean can impact global weather patterns.
Forensic Meteorology: How past weather can help settle a case
You’ve heard of forensic scientists from crime shows. But what about forensic meteorologists? These experts reconstruct past weather events and help settle insurance and legal disputes connected with the weather.
Who can you trust for weather online?
You’ve heard of forensic scientists from crime shows. But what about forensic meteorologists? These experts reconstruct past weather events and help settle insurance and legal disputes connected with the weather.
Meteorologist Ed Kieser returns to Illinois airways
He’s back! Ed Kieser, former chief meteorologist at WILL radio returns to Illinois airways. We learn more about his career and his 1996 tornado forecast.
How climate and weather affects mosquitos and ticks in Illinois
Illinois has around 60 species of mosquitoes. Learn how climate and weather impacts them and if they pose a risk to public health.
How MTD operates under severe weather conditions
The Champaign Urbana Mass Transit District has driven passengers from stop to stop for decades. But how do they continue their services under severe weather?
How weather can impact baseball, from summer heat to cold winters
Weather shapes our daily lives in numerous ways, but what about its effect on baseball? Explore the science behind how rising temperatures can boost home runs.
How politics is reshaping scientific research in America
The Trump administration's proposal changes how scientific research is funded. We learn how this could affect the future of science and the public.
Why Illinois is seeing so much severe weather
The midwest can’t seem to take a break from severe weather. In June, tornadoes and thunderstorms left a trail of damage in Illinois.
