Chicago's summer will end up above average but wait until you see long range forecast
It's been a warm summer, but the season could really sizzle within a few decades. An "extreme heat belt" is expected to develop and Chicago will be within it according to a new study.
It's been a warm summer, but the season could really sizzle within a few decades. An "extreme heat belt" is expected to develop and Chicago will be within it according to a new study.
Nevada family fights for stricter laws after daughter killed in wind-blown bounce house
A lack of U.S. regulations and oversight surrounds the popular, easily rentable inflatable party attraction that could be putting thousands of kids at risk for injury or death, according to researchers.
A lack of U.S. regulations and oversight surrounds the popular, easily rentable inflatable party attraction that could be putting thousands of kids at risk for injury or death, according to researchers.
Biden surveys Kentucky flood damage, pledges more help as state braces for storms
At least 37 people have died after the worst flooding in Kentucky’s history, and flooding remains a threat with more thunderstorms in the forecast this week.
At least 37 people have died after the worst flooding in Kentucky’s history, and flooding remains a threat with more thunderstorms in the forecast this week.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for Kankakee County, parts of northwest Indiana
The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for northeastern Kanakee County, northern Newton County in Indiana and southern Lake County in Indiana.
The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for northeastern Kanakee County, northern Newton County in Indiana and southern Lake County in Indiana.
Severe weather leaves damage across Chicago area: 'like a tornado'
Powerful storms rolled through the Chicago area and left behind some serious damage Wednesday afternoon.
Powerful storms rolled through the Chicago area and left behind some serious damage Wednesday afternoon.
Severe weather leaves damage across Chicago area
Downed trees and broken branches were reported across the Chicago area Wednesday after storms swept through.
Downed trees and broken branches were reported across the Chicago area Wednesday after storms swept through.
Girl, 13, critically injured when lightning strikes her in Chicago
Around 1 p.m., the Chicago Fire Department says they received a call of a teenage girl being struck by lightning near the Garfield Park Conservatory.
Around 1 p.m., the Chicago Fire Department says they received a call of a teenage girl being struck by lightning near the Garfield Park Conservatory.
Girl, 13, critically wounded after struck by lightning near Garfield Park Conservatory
A 13-year-old girl was hospitalized in critical condition after she was struck by lightning Wednesday afternoon outside the Garfield Park Conservatory on the West Side, officials say.
A 13-year-old girl was hospitalized in critical condition after she was struck by lightning Wednesday afternoon outside the Garfield Park Conservatory on the West Side, officials say.
Tim's Weather Takeaways: But, uh oh, those summer nights
Summer nights are warming much faster than summer days on average. That is the case for the vast majority of the country and Chicago is included.
Summer nights are warming much faster than summer days on average. That is the case for the vast majority of the country and Chicago is included.
A wilting Wednesday for Chicago then very warm through weekend
July ended up cooler than average but just barely. The month was .1 degree below average overall. Looks like the start of August could be another story.
July ended up cooler than average but just barely. The month was .1 degree below average overall. Looks like the start of August could be another story.
Kamala Harris announces $1 billion to US states for flooding, extreme heat
The White House is making more than $1 billion available to states to address flooding and extreme heat exacerbated by climate change.
The White House is making more than $1 billion available to states to address flooding and extreme heat exacerbated by climate change.
Dozens still missing in Kentucky as state braces for more rain
Kentucky state police are taking calls from worried people who can’t locate loved ones due to spotty cell phone service.
Kentucky state police are taking calls from worried people who can’t locate loved ones due to spotty cell phone service.
Kentucky flooding: At least 25 dead as search for victims continues
Kentucky is expecting more rain storms in coming days as rescue crews continue the struggle to get into hard-hit areas, some of them among the poorest places in America.
Kentucky is expecting more rain storms in coming days as rescue crews continue the struggle to get into hard-hit areas, some of them among the poorest places in America.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for parts of NW Indiana
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued for parts of northwest Indiana Wednesday afternoon.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued for parts of northwest Indiana Wednesday afternoon.
It's all downhill from here? US reaches average peak of summer temperatures
A climatologist found that the period between July 24-25 is when the nation as a whole is at its hottest.
A climatologist found that the period between July 24-25 is when the nation as a whole is at its hottest.
Tornados possible in Chicago area Saturday night after morning tornadoes in Naperville, Crest Hill, Joliet
The National Weather Service said that thunderstorms heading across Northern Illinois Saturday evening have "the potential to deliver all severe hazards to the region, including damaging straight line winds and a few brief tornadoes."
The National Weather Service said that thunderstorms heading across Northern Illinois Saturday evening have "the potential to deliver all severe hazards to the region, including damaging straight line winds and a few brief tornadoes."
Tornadoes hit Chicago suburbs of Crest Hill, Joliet, Naperville on Saturday, Weather Service confirms
The tornado that started in Crest Hill tracked into the north side of Joliet before lifting. It was an EF-0 with peak winds of 70 mph. The tornado that hit the southwest side of Naperville has also been assigned a preliminary EF-0 rating with peak estimated winds of 80 mph.
The tornado that started in Crest Hill tracked into the north side of Joliet before lifting. It was an EF-0 with peak winds of 70 mph. The tornado that hit the southwest side of Naperville has also been assigned a preliminary EF-0 rating with peak estimated winds of 80 mph.
Watch a wind turbine disintegrate in Texas after a lightning strike
"We’re not equipped to handle that kind of fire. Nobody in the area really is to speak of."
"We’re not equipped to handle that kind of fire. Nobody in the area really is to speak of."
Tornado touches down in south Naperville
At about 5:41 a.m., the tornado touched down in a portion of south Naperville.
At about 5:41 a.m., the tornado touched down in a portion of south Naperville.
Live updates: More storms on the way after Saturday morning starts with thunderstorm, tornado warnings
Severe weather is anticipated for the Chicagoland area Saturday.
Severe weather is anticipated for the Chicagoland area Saturday.