St. Patrick's Day in Chicago: Here's what's happening this weekend

Here's the ultimate guide for this year's Chicago River Dyeing, the parades, and other exciting events happening this holiday weekend.

Chicago River Dyeing 2025: Here's everything you need to know

If you've ever wondered why they dye the river green in Chicago, we've got you covered. Here's everything you need to know about the Chicago River Dyeing 2025.

St. Patricks' Day weekend in Chicago begins
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Chicago?s St. Patrick?s Day celebrations kick off this weekend with the annual river dyeing and festive parades.

Tracking severe storms passing through Chicago area
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High winds remain the primary concern for the incoming storms, reaching up to 75 miles per hour. Tornadoes are still a possibility.

Bulls' championship banners removed after damage during United Center concert

It's been another rough season for the Chicago Bulls, as they play under-.500 basketball for the seventh time in the past eight seasons. To make matters worse, the banners from the franchise's golden age (the team's two three-peats in the 1990s) won't be displayed in the United Center for the rest of the 2024-25 NBA season.

Chicago gears up for a weekend of St. Patrick’s Day festivities

Chicago is embracing the luck of the Irish this weekend with a full lineup of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, including the city’s iconic river dyeing and lively parades.

Chicago storm forecast: Understanding hazards and severe weather alerts

A powerful storm system is set to sweep through the Chicago area overnight, bringing a risk of severe weather, including damaging winds, large hail, and potential tornadoes. 

Chicago gears up for St. Patrick?s Day with river dyeing and parades
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From the iconic green Chicago River to lively parades downtown and on the South Side, Elizabeth Matthews is live with a look at the weekend?s St. Patrick?s Day celebrations.

How to stay safe when a tornado strikes

When a tornado strikes, acting quickly can make all the difference in staying safe. 

Millions brace for tornado outbreak as highest severe weather risk level issued on Saturday

A widespread and dangerous severe weather outbreak is expected to develop Friday and into the weekend as a powerful storm system unleashes its fury across the central and eastern U.S., impacting more than 150 million people. The Storm Prediction Center upgraded Saturday's risk to its highest level as a tornado outbreak is now expected.