It was a beautiful day in Chicago Monday with plenty of opportunities to get fresh air, but everyone was advised to make sure to prepare for ticks ahead of their relaxing walks.
Every few weeks, the Cook County Forest Preserve District posts a reminder about ticks on social media. This year, the minuscule arachnids may be more prevalent than ever — all across Illinois.
Scientists told CBS News Chicago the relatively mild winter this year did not kill as many ticks as usual. Warming temperatures due to climate change also help the arachnid survive…