Chicago's heatwave led to water tragedies, including the death of 27-year-old Zahrie Walls and a search for a missing boater.

Safety advocates said they responded to at least a dozen water rescues and possible drownings, including at Navy Pier, 63rd Street, Beach, and the Playpen.

The Chicago Fire Department responded to around 90 calls between the extreme heat and people in distress in the water, ...

In the northern suburbs, fire departments, like Winthrop Harbor and Zion, say they are responding to water rescues but lack ...

A man was injured at Chicago's ‘Playpen’ near Lake Michigan and was transported to the hospital in stable condition; details ...

An extreme heat warning remains in effect across Cook County through Monday night, while heat advisories were issued for the surrounding collar counties.

Back at The Playpen on Saturday, a man was sent to Northwestern Memorial Hospital in serious condition after he lost part of ...

First responders across Chicago and the suburbs were put to the test on Saturday, responding to at least a dozen water ...

A man was injured Saturday afternoon in the area known as the Playpen in Lake Michigan, according to Chicago fire officials.

A man was injured Saturday at Chicago's famous 'Playpen,' a popular summer boating destination. According to officials, the ...

Local dignitaries, public officials and community members marked the opening of the Dream Play Yard with a ribbon-cutting ...

The Ohio County Animal Shelter has reopened after severe weather caused damage to the facility, but the animals are safe and donations of non-clumping litter, blankets, and cleaning supplies are ...