Mark Strehl
Mark Strehl was a bit different as a kid. In third grade, after finding some fossils behind his grandmother's house, his mind was made up. He wanted to be an Archeologist! That was, until his fourth grade science teacher pointed out that it is geologists who study fossils!
But all that changed the very next winter when Chicago weather legend Harry Volkman came to Mark's church to be the keynote speaker. By fifth-grade, that was it. Mark thought Harry was the coolest guy and had the most excellent job. He was hooked.
Mark had the privilege of taking over for Harry when he left FOX 32 News.
"Taking over for Harry was a true honor...I felt like my life interest in weather had truly come full-circle, and I was helping carry on the tradition," Mark said.
Mark grew up in Ottawa, where his very first job came at age 16 working at the local radio station. He attended both Northern and Southern Illinois University and holds the AMS Seal of Approval.
He has worked on both coasts, from Eugene, Oregon to Albany, New York. He has also been a Meteorologist at WCCO-TV in Minneapolis and in Milwaukee at WISN-TV, but can think of no better place to be than back here, at home, in Chicago.
The latest from Mark Strehl
Chicago weather: Severe thunderstorms possible Monday afternoon
Chicago is expected to see multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms Monday and Tuesday, with the potential for severe weather before temperatures sharply cool later in the week.
Chicago weather: More summer-like temps for Sunday
We’re back up into the 80s to end your weekend, well above the normal conditions for this time of year.
Chicago weather: Warm weekend continues before storm chances return
Chicago is expected to see another warm day in the 80s Sunday before showers and possible severe thunderstorms move into the area early next week.
Chicago weather: Highs in the 80s before more rain, storms
We begin with some showers and even thunderstorms in the area, but that will give way to summer-like temps.
Chicago weather: Warm weekend ahead with scattered storm chances
Chicago-area residents can expect warm temperatures and periodic chances for showers and thunderstorms through early next week.
Chicago weather: Temperatures climb into 80s before potential severe storms
Temperatures are expected to climb well above average this weekend, with highs reaching the 80s across the Chicago area, though several rounds of showers and thunderstorms could bring wet conditions at times.
Chicago weather: Cooler Mother’s Day with plenty of sunshine
It will be a lovely but cooler Mother’s Day with some brisk temperatures, especially to start the morning.
Chicago weather: Nice Mother’s Day ahead, storms possible Tuesday
After a warm day in the 70s, cooler but still pleasant weather is expected across the Chicago area on Sunday Mother's Day, with highs reaching the mid-60s under mostly sunny skies.
Chicago weather: Highs in the 70s with sunshine for Saturday
It’s a lovely start to the weekend, and we’re not looking too bad for your Mother’s Day either, just a bit cooler.
Chicago weather: Warm, dry conditions expected for Mother’s Day weekend
Warmer temperatures and generally dry conditions are expected across the Chicago area this Mother’s Day weekend, offering favorable weather for outdoor plans.