An Arlington Heights Fire Department investigation found that a Dec. 6, 2024, garbage truck fire and explosion was sparked by a lithium ion battery. Joe Lewnard/[email protected], December 2024 ...

Crews recovered a lithium-ion battery after a fire in a Washington Heights restaurant Saturday.

The problems with lithium batteries Despite the relative efficiency and affordability of lithium as a battery chemistry, there are some issues with these batteries' widespread adoption.

Family members of an Arlington Heights woman who celebrated her 80th birthday this week surprised her with a thrilling opportunity.

City leaders said lithium-ion batteries caused a five-alarm fire Sunday in Kingsbridge Heights.

This recall involves 62-volt 5.0 Ah LiPRO rechargeable lithium-ion battery packs for use with DR Power brand battery-powered products, such as lawnmowers, trimmers and snow throwers. The products ...