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Chicago reports first West Nile death of 2026 amid record rainfall

Chicago's first West Nile virus death of 2026 follows the city's rainiest summer in years, prompting CDPH to spray insecticide across 15 community areas. The case signals a potential outbreak as wet conditions boost mosquito populations. The death is confirmed, but the full scope of infections remains unclear.

Fox Newsabout 5 hours agoUSengCredibility 20%View source

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