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A big swath of the U.S. is under red and purple air quality alerts from Canada's smoke

In Madison, Wis., the air quality was measured at 242 Thursday morning— a "very unhealthy" purple alert rating that many other communities shared, particularly in the Midwest.

WEKU

Smoke continues to cover large swathes of US as Canada fires rage

Nearly a third of US citizens are under air quality warnings as haze covers Midwest, East Coast.

Al Jazeera

Here's why you better get used to a smoky stubborn summer in much of America

Forecasters say the only break much of America can hope for anytime soon from eye-watering dangerous smoke from fire-struck Canada is brief bouts of shirt-soaking sweltering heat and humidity from a southern heat wave that has already proven deadly

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Air quality plummets as Canadian wildfire smoke stretches across the Midwest

Chicago saw its air quality plummet, while other cities including Detroit, Milwaukee and Pittsburgh were experiencing unhealthy air quality levels.

WEKU

Detroit, Chicago and the Midwest blanketed by wildfire haze from Canada

Smoke from Canadian wildfires is smothering U.S. cities like Detroit, Chicago and Pittsburgh. Air quality warnings are in effect across the Midwest as officials warn of hazardous conditions.

WEKU

Canada wildfires darken skies in Midwest, Ohio Valley

It's unlikely this will be the last time heavily populated areas of the country see smoke-filled skies

Axios

Haze over Great Lakes region reminds US residents that Canadian wildfires persist

The haze of unhealthy air that settled over the Great Lakes region Tuesday reminded U.S. residents from the Midwest to the Northeast and as far south as Kentucky to brace for more depending on which way the wind blows as Canadian wildfires rage on

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Smoke from historic Canadian wildfires triggers air alerts across U.S.

Chicago had the world's worst air quality for major cities around the world on Tuesday.

Axios

Vilsack touts Biden’s biofuel support as he details new aid

WASHINGTON -- Critics of the EPA’s rule setting biofuel mandates for transportation use overlook the Biden administration’s ongoing support for an “important industry in the Midwest,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said Monday.

Tribune News Service

Did it Rain Enough to Reverse the Higher Trend in Corn, Soybean, and Wheat Prices?

This morning I joined Michelle Rook on AgWeb's Markets Now to discuss the grain markets, livestock market, this weekend's brief insurrection in Russia, and the interest rates.

Barchart

Clash Of Air Masses To Bring Severe Thunderstorms To Plains And Midwest

Gusty winds, hail, and flooding downpours expected; drought-stricken areas may receive temporary relief.

Zenger

‘Party with a purpose’: Pride in the Park brings community, music to Grant Park

The event is billed as the Midwest’s largest LGBTQ+ music festival. Performers include Zedd, Saweetie, Zara Larsson, CircuitMOM, Years & Years, DJ Lady D and more.

Chicago Sun-Times

Who is Cailee Spaeny? The rising star set to play a raw, unfiltered Priscilla Presley in new Elvis movie

A young actress from the Midwest of America has just landed one of the biggest parts of 2023. Maddy Mussen on everything you need to know about the hottest (and most confusing to pronounce) name in Hollywood

Evening Standard

Chiefs announce ‘Chiefs Champions Tour’ celebrating Super Bowl LVII victory

The #Chiefs have announced that their Super Bowl LVII celebration will continue across the Midwest with the "Chiefs Champions Tour."

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MasterChef cast guide: United Tastes of America contestants

See all of the chefs vying for the MasterChef title.

The Guardian - US

Leaving New York: beloved Statue of Liberty miniature finds new home in midwest

‘Little Liberty’, a bite-sized version of the New York City landmark has moved to the National Building Arts Center in Sauget, Illinois

Sports Illustrated

Tennis Fans, the Answer Is Either Money or a GOAT Debate

The sport may be moving away from its country-club reputation, but some things, like owners’ power and competition, never change.

Zenger

Summer Warmth To Return To Northeast And Great Lakes

High pressure from Canada to bring dry and warmer conditions, with some areas experiencing temperatures near 90 degrees

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Los Angeles Times

Commentary: Air quality disasters aren’t going away. Here’s how we should protect ourselves

As California residents, we are all too familiar with the orange skies that plagued the East Coast last week from Canadian wildfires and just hit the Midwest. And we have faced the plague of poor outdoor air quality many times while doing extensive public health work in cities, such as…

Zenger

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Blankets Midwest, Settles In Major US Cities

Air quality reaches 'very unhealthy' levels, with haze from the wildfires stretching as far as Oklahoma and New York City.

Barchart

Midwest Drought: How High Will Wheat, Soybeans, and Corn Prices Rise?

The Midwest is seeing abnormally dry weather and high temperatures. As a result, agricultural commodity prices have surged higher. Will this rally continue?

Barchart

Midwest Drought: How High Will Wheat, Soybeans, and Corn Rise?

The Midwest is seeing abnormally dry weather and high temperatures. As a result, agricultural commodity prices have surged higher. Will this rally continue?

Chicago Sun-Times

In Woodlawn, Naomi Davis planted a seed that now will help find green solutions to help Black communities

Her Blacks in Green organization is getting $10 million from the Biden administration to help build on her efforts and expand them across the Midwest.

The Guardian - US

US midwest braces for smoky skies as Canadian wildfires rage on

Air quality alerts issued in Minnesota and Wisconsin with winds expected to blow airborne pollution from Ontario blazes south

Tribune News Service

New Midwest battles brew over CO2 pipelines

GRANITE FALLS, Minn. — The Minnesota River cuts through this quiet prairie town, powering a small hydroelectric plant in a 19th century dam. A winding downtown riverwalk flanks the west side of the river while a park stretches across the far bank. The dam’s frothy tailrace holds the promise of…

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