Chicago weather: Severe storm threats return to region

Today we have the chance for strong to severe storms. It is gusty either way, with non-thunderstorm winds of up to 30-40 mph.

Americans expected to pay more to cool homes this summer, new research finds

Staying cool this summer is about to become an expensive necessity for Americans with residential cooling expenses soaring for the average family to use their air conditioning units, according to a new report.

At least 20 tornadoes confirmed across Illinois, Indiana during severe weather outbreak

An EF-3 tornado in Streator, Illinois, and another in Kouts, Indiana, were among the strongest confirmed last week. Now, parts of Chicagoland could face another tornado threat Wednesday.

Chicago weather: Severe storms, tornado risk return Wednesday

Another round of severe weather could target Chicagoland Wednesday, including the threat of tornadoes. Here's what to know.

Residents assess damage as power restoration continues in Merrillville

Generators were running across Merrillville on Monday night as electric crews continued working to restore power following last week's tornadoes.

Residents assess damage as power restoration continues in Merrillville
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Generators were running across Merrillville on Monday night as electric crews continued working to restore power following last week's tornadoes.

Storm damage recovery efforts underway in southwest suburbs
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From damaged buildings and downed utility poles to thousands still in the dark, this week's storms hit the southwest suburbs. 

Tornadoes in Illinois and Indiana; Iran reportedly nears deal | The Chicago Report
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Cleanup is underway after severe weather brought tornadoes to Illinois and Indiana this week. And, Iran is reportedly close to reaching a deal. All this and more in tonight's "The Chicago Report."

Mayor Brandon Johnson surveys storm damage as thousands remain without power

Thousands of Chicago residents remained without power Friday evening as crews continued working to restore service and assess damage from a powerful storm system that impacted every corner of the city.

News photographer rescues man trapped under debris from Thursday’s storm
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News photographer Scott Lasker was covering storms when he saved a man trapped under debris from Thursday’s severe weather. He spoke to Good Day Chicago about what happened.

'It's a mess but we'll get it cleaned': Bridgeview police chief on storm damage
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Bridgeview is one of the communities in Illinois hit the hardest by last night's storm. Village Police Chief Ricardo Mancha discusses how the damages are being approached.

Illinois tornado outbreak: Kid describes aftermath of powerful storms
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A boy in west suburban Bridgeview spoke with FOX Chicago about what he witnessed when he walked outside Friday morning following a night of strong storms that spawned multiple tornadoes in Illinois.