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Published on Aug 31, 2026

An Illinois EV factory began rolling out its long-awaited midsize SUV this spring, but the only model coming off the ...

A massive new production hall rises across the Illinois prairie, freshly built and spanning 1.1 million square feet of floor space dedicated to R2 operations. Workers in the factory town of Normal have been assembling a long-awaited electric SUV since …

Source: GCN - Neutral
Published on Aug 29, 2026

America's Tornado Alley twists in terrifying new direction… as chilling map reveals even New York isn't safe from ...

America's tornado danger zone could engulf a vast new swath of the country late this century as conditions that fuel devastating outbreaks shift north and east. The chilling warning comes from researchers who used a climate model that found outbreak- …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Aug 28, 2026

Illinois sets US state record for most tornadoes in a year

A state outside of the traditional Tornado Alley has set a new severe weather record. Illinois has had 243 preliminary tornado reports so far in 2026, exceeding the counts of any state for a full calendar year, dating back to 1950, according to Storm …

Source: United Press International (UPI) - Neutral
Published on Aug 28, 2026

Illinois Sets New Tornado Record

(Undated) — The statewide tornado count has climbed and shattered the 2024 record. Illinois State Climatologist, Trent Ford, continues to add up tornadoes in 2026, and the numbers keep climbing. According to state records fifteen have occurred in August, …

Source: WTYE - Illinois - Pending
Published on Aug 28, 2026

A Grim Anniversary – EF-5 Tornado Slams Into Plainfield 36 Years Ago Today

The tornado ripped through a portion of Kendall and Will counties, taking the lives of 29 people and injuring 350. (Photo courtesy of the National Weather Service) This tornado remains the only F-5/EF-5 rated tornado documented in the United States …

Source: WJOL - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Aug 31, 2026

Columbia Utilities expands city recycling services

Columbia Utilities is continuing to expand its recycling services as residents navigate how to sort their trash. The city is recovering from an April 2025 tornado that destroyed Columbia’s local recycling sorting plant. As a result, instructions for …

Source: KBIA - Missouri - Public Broadcaster
Published on Aug 31, 2026

SBA Offers Disaster Relief to Indiana Businesses, Private Nonprofits, and Residents Affected by Adverse Weather

In response to a Presidential disaster declaration issued Aug. 25, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced the availability of low interest disaster loans for Indiana businesses, private nonprofit organizations, and residents affected by severe …

Source: Frankfort Times - Indiana - Pending
Published on Aug 28, 2026

Today in Chicago History: Illinois Sen. Barack Obama accepts Democratic nomination for president

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Aug. 28, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Front page flashback: Aug. 29, 1955 Photo of Emmett Till, 14, was taken at Christmastime in …

Source: Chicago Tribune - Illinois - Center-right
Published on Aug 27, 2026

Why have more than 200 tornadoes hit Illinois this year?

This coverage is made possible through a partnership between WBEZ and Grist, a nonprofit environmental media organization. So far this year, 207 tornadoes and counting have touched down in Illinois. That figure may rise as officials continue working …

Source: Chicago Sun Times - Illinois - Center-left
Published on Aug 27, 2026

Illinois could break US tornado record. See how many…

Aug. 27, 2026, 3:05 a.m. CT With more than four months left in the year, Illinois is close to surpassing the national yearly tornado record. From Effingham to Mount Vernon, Illinois has seen more than its fair share of destructive storms this year, …

Source: Kewanee Star Courier - Illinois - Pending
Published on Aug 27, 2026

Illinois Is Still #1 in Tornadoes: Here's How Bad It Is

If you thought Illinois had already had more than enough tornadoes this year, I have some bad news: apparently Mother Nature has us on an annual subscription plan. Illinois has been leading the nation in tornado activity for much of 2026, and this isn' …

Source: 103.1 KFIL - Minnesota - Pending
Published on Aug 31, 2026

Business Travelers Reveal the Lengths They’ll Go to for a Little Downtime

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 31, 2026-- Business travel doesn't end when the workday does. New research commissioned by Hyatt finds that 90% of business travelers say their hotel room is the only place they truly feel "off the clock" during …

Source: Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 26, 2026

ILLINOIS SHATTERS ANNUAL TORNADO RECORD WITH MORE THAN 200 IN 2026

Illinois has surpassed 200 tornadoes in 2026, shattering the previous state record of 142 set in 2024. Illinois State Climatologist Trent Ford said 15 tornadoes have been recorded in August alone as he continues compiling a timeline of what has been an …

Source: WFIW - Illinois - Pending
Published on Aug 26, 2026

Tornado Doesn’t Stop Wisconsin School Bus Contractor from Being Prepared for Startup

Wisconsin school bus contractor Lamers Bus Lines expects to provide normal student transportation when classes resume next week despite an EF-3 tornado that destroyed part of a terminal and damaged approximately 180 school buses last month. The July 27 …

Source: School Transportation News - Neutral
Published on Aug 26, 2026

Severe weather threatens Chicago area with damaging winds, large hail, isolated tornado possible

Some parts of the Chicago area are at risk of severe weather Wednesday, with the highest threat of damaging winds, hail or even isolated tornadoes in the far south suburbs and in northwest Indiana. "Not everyone is going to see storms," NBC 5 …

Source: NBC 5 Chicago - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Aug 26, 2026

Chicago area could see severe weather, isolated tornadoes this week

The Chicago area is going through a stretch of mostly quiet weather, but there could be an interruption looming in the midweek forecast. According to the Storm Prediction Center, parts of eastern Illinois, including far southeastern Cook County, southern …

Source: NBC 5 Chicago - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Aug 25, 2026

Severe storms to sweep Midwest with high winds, tornado risk. Get Bill Steffen's forecast

There is a Slight Risk (level 2) of a severe thunderstorm or tornado along and south of I-94 on Wednesday afternoon. The rest of Lower Michigan is at marginal risk. Updated August 25, 2026 Link copied! Copy failed! Areas of heavy, gusty and severe …

Source: Ottawa News Network - Michigan - Pending
Published on Aug 25, 2026

APL still moving despite June tornado that destroyed building, even helping a Georgia shelter

APL: We're close to being able to demolish our building. Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Springfield’s Animal Protective League is still operating almost like normal, despite the June tornado that all but completely destroyed their Taintor Road …

Source: WDBR 103.7 - Illionis - Pending
Published on Aug 26, 2026

Timeline shows when severe weather, tornado threat could hit Chicago area

Most of the Chicago area is at risk of severe weather on Wednesday, but when could those storms hit the region? According to the Storm Prediction Center, all of northern Indiana is at a “slight” risk of severe weather, the second of five levels the SPC …

Source: NBC 5 Chicago - Illinois - Neutral

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Published on September 1, 2026 - 07:30 GMT

Global Insured Catastrophe Losses Now Expected to Average $171 Billion Annually, Verisk Finds

Average annual insured catastrophe losses increased by approximately $19 billion in a year, the highest estimate Verisk has reported to date Despite a season with no U.S. hurricane landfalls, estimated losses exceeded $100 billion for a sixth consecutive …

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Published on August 16, 2026 - 00:49 GMT

Veterans stay connected to care following Mississippi tornadoes

Jackson VA employees deployed into storm-ravaged Lincoln County to help Veterans after tornadoes The roof was torn open. A tree had crashed through the home. Inside, a Marine Veteran and his wife sat in the dark—no power, no clear plan and little left …

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Published on August 29, 2026 - 23:04 GMT

REALTOR® Organizations Unite to Bring Disaster Relief Assistance to Indiana Communities

Initial $500,000 in REALTOR® Relief Funding will Support Eligible Homeowners and Renters Affected by August Storms INDIANAPOLIS, IN, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- REALTOR® organizations across Indiana are working together …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Real Estate & Property Management ...
Published on August 26, 2026 - 16:35 GMT

Humane World for Animals Urges Families to Prepare Pets Before the Next Storm Strikes, in discussion with YourUpdateTV

NEW YORK, Aug. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- When severe weather strikes, millions of families have an evacuation plan, but many forget critical family members: their pets. With hurricanes, floods, tornadoes and wildfires becoming more frequent, emergency …

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Published on July 30, 2026 - 16:58 GMT

Prestige Roofing LLC Offers Free Emergency Tarping After Menasha And Appleton Tornado

The Green Bay Contractor Is Providing 100% Free Emergency Tarping To Tornado-Affected Homeowners In Menasha And Appleton, WI. MENASHA, WI, UNITED STATES, July 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GREEN BAY, WI, July 29, 2026 — Prestige Roofing LLC is offering …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on July 30, 2026 - 13:43 GMT

National Weather Service Confirms Two Tornadoes in Talbot County

07/30/2026 Category: Emergency Services Economic Development and Tourism The National Weather Service (NWS) has confirmed that two tornadoes touched down near Trappe during the severe storms that moved through Talbot County on Tuesday evening, July …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 23:25 GMT

Chairman Babin, Ranking Member Lofgren Request GAO Review of NOAA Weather Satellites

(Washington, D.C.) – Today, House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman Brian Babin and Ranking Member Zoe Lofgren sent a letter to the Government Accountability Office (GAO) requesting recurring reviews of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric …

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Published on July 29, 2026 - 06:43 GMT

Tornado Awareness AWR-326

About this Event View map This eight-hour awareness-level course is designed to provide emergency managers, first responders, and community members across all sectors with a basic understanding of the latest knowledge in tornado science, forecasting, …

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Published on August 31, 2026 - 18:27 GMT

Prepared Canada Corp. Releases August 2026 Monthly Updated New Videos and Articles

Prepared Canada videos and articles provide independent analysis and commentary on current events and systemic challenges. MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, CANADA, August 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prepared Canada Corp.. has released its August 2026 …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Emergency Services ...
Published on August 31, 2026 - 17:32 GMT

Scandinavian Designs Extends Discounts to Reno Locals Impacted by the Wildfires

Scandinavian Designs is offering 50% off select mattresses and 25% off regular-priced pieces to Reno locals as they begin to rebuild after the wildfires. RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, August 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Scandinavian Designs is extending …

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Published on August 31, 2026 - 07:00 GMT

Anker SOLIX Launches Free Preparedness Quiz and Donates Backup Power to Two Texas Emergency Agencies

The SOLIX Backup Type Indicator and a free system sizing tool are available at no cost during National Preparedness Month. BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Anker SOLIX today launched the SOLIX Backup Type …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Emergency Services ...
Published on August 29, 2026 - 22:35 GMT

Lance Luke Presents on Extending the Life of Concrete at International Structural Engineering Conference in Edinburgh

HONOLULU, HI, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Building expert Lance Luke, President of Construction Management Inspection LLC (CMI), recently presented his paper, "Extending the Life of Concrete," at the 20th …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Environment ...
Published on August 27, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Beyond the Backpack: Project Boon Reaches Thousands Across Southern California

Project Boon distributes backpacks and essential resources through 15 school districts and regional nonprofit organizations RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Project Boon’s annual backpack initiative has …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

COGIC Charities Sends $50,000 in Emergency Disaster Relief to Indiana Jurisdictions Following Devastating August Storms

Funds will support churches, families, and residents recovering from severe storms and prolonged power outages across Northwest and Central Indiana MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- COGIC Charities, the benevolent arm …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 20:19 GMT

California answers the call: The state has deployed 3,372 personnel since June to support disaster response across the ...

Governor Newsom and the Legislature’s unprecedented investments are making a difference What you need to know: Since June, California has deployed 3,372 personnel and 258 pieces of equipment to support wildfire, flood, and earthquake response in 12 states …

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Published on August 26, 2026 - 17:38 GMT

Crisis Connect Enables Offline Emergency Communication When Networks Fail

Built by a 17-year-old student, the open-source iOS and Android app enables nearby phones to communicate without internet or cellular service. ISTANBUL, TURKEY, August 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Crisis Connect, an open-source emergency …

Distribution channels: Emergency Services, International Organizations ...
Published on August 26, 2026 - 13:30 GMT

Montecito Wine Company Partners with Award-Winning Le Vigne Winery

Longstanding family relationship brings together wine, community and a shared commitment to first responders MONTECITO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Montecito Wine Company has named Le Vigne Winery of Paso Robles as …

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Published on August 26, 2026 - 12:35 GMT

Searches for Lost Dogs Soared by 5,000% After Colombia Earthquake

Searches for lost dogs surged 5,000% after Colombia’s earthquake, highlighting the impact on pets and the vital role of rescue dogs. LIVERPOOL, MERSEYSIDE, UNITED KINGDOM, August 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On 10 August, at around 7.30 am, as …

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Published on August 26, 2026 - 19:27 GMT

California Answers the Call: Supporting Hawk Fire Response in Nevada

Disasters don’t see borders. Through the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), California continues to stand alongside neighboring states to help protect lives and communities threatened by large wildfires. Cal OES is mobilizing …

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Published on August 25, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

New Homes Aren't Immune to Water Damage, Utah Restoration Firm Warns Owners in Fast-Growing Areas

Keystone Restoration Group says newer Lehi and south valley homes fail through installation defects, not age, often while still under builder warranty. BLUFFDALE, UT, UNITED STATES, August 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Keystone Restoration …

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Published on August 25, 2026 - 11:45 GMT

The Lights Are Back. The 'Power' Is Not, Says Validation Institute–Validated Benefits Advisor Paul H. Flowers Jr.

After 13 days without electricity at his Gary home, Flowers says many small and midsize employers feel a similar loss of control at health-plan renewal. GARY, IN, UNITED STATES, August 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Thirteen days. That is how long Paul …

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Published on August 25, 2026 - 11:15 GMT

Pig Brig Trap Systems to Host Webinar Exploring the Connection Between Wild Pigs and Prescribed Fire

Tall Timbers biologist Kim Sash will share insights from five years of field research in the Red Hills during a free webinar August 27 EAST HADDAM, CT, UNITED STATES, August 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pig Brig Trap Systems, the field-proven …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on August 24, 2026 - 22:27 GMT

AquaPlanet Launches FireBoss Fire Prevention Pool Pump

Portable High-pressure gas powered pump blasts water 100 feet which can be mixed with FireGel to protect structures and landscape. SANTA ANA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AquaPlanet today announced the availability of …

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Published on August 24, 2026 - 14:35 GMT

NASP’s PREPaRE Program Helps Schools Strengthen Crisis Preparedness, Response, and Recovery

Research-backed school safety framework equips educators and mental health professionals to prepare for crises and support students and staff. BETHESDA, MD, UNITED STATES, August 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As schools nationwide prioritize …

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Published on August 24, 2026 - 13:43 GMT

Westfall Roofing Named One of the Nation's Top Roofing Contractors by Roofing Contractor Magazine

Annual Top 100 ranking recognizes Tampa-based company as one of North America's premier roofing contractors during a period of unprecedented industry change. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, August 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Westfall Roofing …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 17:50 GMT

Priority 1 Air Rescue Announces Formation of Board of Directors

Board brings together senior military special operations aviation leadership, commercial training/simulation expertise, and decades of rotary-wing experience. MESA, AZ, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Priority 1 Air Rescue (P1AR …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 22:47 GMT

As El Niño Strengthens, CRF Establishes Second In-Water Coral Gene Bank to Safeguard Irreplaceable Genetic Diversity

CRF has begun the replication of its in-water genetic bank across two ocean-based sites as Florida’s reefs face potential severe heat stress through 2027 TAVERNIER, FL, UNITED STATES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Three years after record- …

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Published on August 19, 2026 - 18:00 GMT

Texas Water Plans Never Sent a Steady Signal of the Coastal Bend Water Crisis Coming, New Report Finds

Texas 2036's report calls for strengthening the planning process as Texas makes historic new water investments. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, August 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new report finds that across 25 years and five planning cycles …

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