Air Quality

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Smoggy cityscape with hazy sky due to Canadian wildfire smoke, people wearing masks on the street.

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Canadian wildfire smoke blankets millions, bringing historic air pollution

More than 115 million people across the U.

Hannah Pierce·July 17, 2026

Chicago skyline at sunset with visible smog, a person in the foreground wearing a mask.

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Chicago Air Quality Unhealthy Through Thursday Morning

As of mid-afternoon on Monday, July 14th, Chicago's air quality index value hit 137, signaling unhealthy conditions.

Hannah Pierce·May 28, 2026

Split image of Houston showcasing its economic prosperity and cultural vibrancy alongside its challenges of traffic congestion and air pollution.

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Houston ranked No 1 city amid growth and sustainability challenges

Despite being crowned 'America's Best City' by a prominent national publication, Houston's daily commuters still lose an average of 30 minutes to traffic congestion.

Hannah Pierce·April 14, 2026