Warmer Great Lakes could fuel a snowier season ahead
The Great Lakes are unusually warm this fall, and that could have a big impact on the upcoming winter season.
Here's what the arrival of La Niña means for your winter weather
La Niña has returned for a second consecutive go-around this autumn and winter, and it could have a noticeable influence on seasonal weather patterns.
Here’s when to expect the first freeze of the season
The first freeze of the season may not be far away for many areas of the U.S.
Winter 2025–2026: What to know about the 'chill, snow, repeat' forecast
The Farmers’ Almanac has released its 2025–2026 winter forecast, predicting a season of dramatic weather across the U.S.
Spring snow surprises Chicago's South Side, southwest suburbs
A heavy snowfall hit Chicago’s South Side and southwest suburbs on the first day of spring, creating slushy roads and adding to the region’s recent weather chaos.
Chicago area hit with snow on first day of astronomical spring
Snow and slush descended on Chicago overnight, marking an unusual start to the first day of astronomical spring.
Watch: Drone video shows ice-covered Lake Michigan
Impressive drone video shows winter's grip on the second biggest of the Great Lakes.
Arctic outbreak brings record cold across US
What to know about the arctic outbreak impacting the US this week.
Chicago weather: Gradual warmup ahead after bitter cold stretch
Chicago is experiencing bitter cold today with wind chills near -20 in some areas and a chance for flurries this afternoon.
Chicago pulls together to help one another as cold weather causes challenges
With the cold weather comes challenges, but Chicago always steps up to the plate.
Subzero temperatures grip Chicago as warming centers open
Today is the coldest day of a cold stretch in Chicago and commuters hustled to get to work and school.
Chicagoans battle bitter cold; warming centers open for refuge
Today is the coldest day of a cold stretch in Chicago and commuters hustled to get to work and school.
Second day of extreme cold hammers the Chicago area
Chicago is battling day two of dangerously cold temperatures but there are resources available for residents looking to warm up today.
Chicago weather: Brutal cold blast continues with dangerous wind chills
A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect for the Chicago area today until noon due to dangerous wind chills reaching -20 degrees.
Dangerously cold temps descend on Chicago | Here's everything you need to know
As extreme cold grips the Chicagoland area this week, local organizations are stepping up to help those in need.
Salvation Army, local nonprofits provide aid during frigid weather
As extreme cold grips the Chicagoland area this week, local organizations are stepping up to help those in need.
Chicago area nonprofits provide aid during frigid weather
As extreme cold grips the Chicagoland area this week, local organizations are stepping up to help those in need.
Dog electrocuted, another injured by stray voltage in River North
A routine dog walk turned tragic in Chicago?s River North neighborhood over the weekend.
ComEd crews head to East Coast to restore power amid winter storms
About 80,000 customers don?t have electricity in the northeast part of the country. ComEd crews from Illinois expect to get there on Tuesday morning to help get the power back on.
Chicago weather: Frigid stretch ahead with -15 to -22 degree wind chills
Chicago is in for a frigid stretch, with temperatures plunging below zero tonight and a week of bone-chilling cold ahead.