"2024 Cicada Emergence: Mapping the Spread of Zombie-Like Fungus"

Cicada maps for Illinois show that two broods of periodical cicadas will emerge in 2024, with one prevalent in the northern half and the other in the southern half of the state. Expected to emerge in May or early June, the cicadas will be noisy but harmless to humans and pets. This will mark the first time since 1803 that these two types of cicadas have emerged together, and they are expected to be spotted in areas with mature trees around the city and suburbs.