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: Warm Monday ahead, cooler temps later in the week
Monday will be warm and sunny, with highs near 82°, about 20 degrees above normal.
Chicago weather: Summer-like warmth to continue through Monday
Another beautiful fall day is in store for Chicago with sunny skies and summer-like warmth.
Chicago weather: Sunny skies and warm temps ahead
After a stellar weekend of clear skies and comfortable conditions, the forecast looks to keep the warmth rolling.
Chicago weather: Sunny and unseasonably warm this weekend
Chicagoans can enjoy another beautiful weekend with sunny skies and mild temperatures.
Chicago weather: Breezy nights and rainy days ahead
As we settle into the night, expect partly to mostly cloudy skies with a chance of rain.
Chicago weather: Breezy today with rain, cool temperatures ahead
Breezy conditions will continue throughout the day Sunday, with gusts up to 40 mph.
Chicago weather: Sunday will bring blustery winds, cooler temps
By the afternoon, winds could gust up to 40 mph, making it a blustery day despite highs reaching the mid-60s.
Chicago weather: Here's how the week is shaping up
This is your Chicago forecast:
Chicago weather: Sunny week ahead with mild temperatures
The pleasant weather will continue throughout the week, with sunny skies and temperatures remaining in the 70s.
Chicago weather: Windy overnight; sunshine returns and 70s all week
Looking to Sunday, prepare for more cloud cover with a few peeks of sunshine throughout the day.