Chicago prepares for brief wintry assault
The day opens with abundant sun and mild temps by late-February standards. We should reach at least 50 degrees in most areas before a “back door” cold front sweeps in from the north.
The day opens with abundant sun and mild temps by late-February standards. We should reach at least 50 degrees in most areas before a “back door” cold front sweeps in from the north.
Newly-named snowplows make official debut in Chicago
The Department of Streets and Sanitation has unveiled the newly-named snowplows after this year's contest.
The Department of Streets and Sanitation has unveiled the newly-named snowplows after this year's contest.
Chicago weather skips to spring with warm end to winter
Seems like Chicago is skipping right into spring. Forecasts from this week through the entire month of March favor us to be above average overall.
Seems like Chicago is skipping right into spring. Forecasts from this week through the entire month of March favor us to be above average overall.
Chicago's worst February snowstorms
No big snowstorms on the horizon for Chicago but past Februarys have seen their share. Here's a review at the top three worst February snowstorms on record for Chicago.
No big snowstorms on the horizon for Chicago but past Februarys have seen their share. Here's a review at the top three worst February snowstorms on record for Chicago.
Watch: Michigan deputies perform ice rescue to save trapped ATV rider
One person is safe after falling through thin ice in Michigan's Upper Peninsula on Tuesday.
One person is safe after falling through thin ice in Michigan's Upper Peninsula on Tuesday.
Powerful winter storm hits the Northeast
A powerful winter storm is hammering cities in the Northeast, leaving some with more than 15 inches of snow.
A powerful winter storm is hammering cities in the Northeast, leaving some with more than 15 inches of snow.
Nor'easter dumps snow across the East Coast
A nor?easter is pushing off the mid-Atlantic coast Tuesday morning and bringing snow to millions of people in the Northeast and southern New England, with forecasters warning that snowfall rates in the New York City tri-state area could approach 1-2 inches per hour throughout the morning commute.
A nor?easter is pushing off the mid-Atlantic coast Tuesday morning and bringing snow to millions of people in the Northeast and southern New England, with forecasters warning that snowfall rates in the New York City tri-state area could approach 1-2 inches per hour throughout the morning commute.
Blizzard conditions expected as heavy winter storm approaches east coast
The East Coast is about to get blasted by a heavy winter storm. Up to a foot of snow is predicted, and millions of people could be dealing with blizzard conditions.
The East Coast is about to get blasted by a heavy winter storm. Up to a foot of snow is predicted, and millions of people could be dealing with blizzard conditions.
Chicago weather: This winter could be one of the warmest on record
Our "mild" winter shows no sign of turning ugly. It has been a breeze so far. A colder pattern is coming but nothing to drastically change the character of this winter in Chicago.
Our "mild" winter shows no sign of turning ugly. It has been a breeze so far. A colder pattern is coming but nothing to drastically change the character of this winter in Chicago.
Potential Nor'easter eyes Boston: Major cities could see a foot of snow
A potential Nor'easter could wallop Boston and other major cities with a foot of snow. More than 20 million people in nine states are under a Winter Storm Watch.
A potential Nor'easter could wallop Boston and other major cities with a foot of snow. More than 20 million people in nine states are under a Winter Storm Watch.
Great Lakes ice cover is dwindling
This winter may end up among the top five winters with the least amount of ice cover on the Great Lakes.
This winter may end up among the top five winters with the least amount of ice cover on the Great Lakes.
Chicago announces winning names for 2nd annual 'You Name A Snowplow' contest
Chicago's Department of Streets and Sanitation (DSS) announced the six winning names for the city's second annual “You Name A Snowplow” contest on Monday.
Chicago's Department of Streets and Sanitation (DSS) announced the six winning names for the city's second annual “You Name A Snowplow” contest on Monday.
Safe to say Chicago's winter will end up warmer than average
More winter to come but it seems safe to say this one will be warmer than average for Chicago.
More winter to come but it seems safe to say this one will be warmer than average for Chicago.
Chicago weather: Skies remain mostly cloudy, highs in the mid-40s
The Windy City is experiencing an uncharacteristic stretch of mild weather, with nine consecutive days of above-normal temperatures, and the trend shows no signs of letting up.
The Windy City is experiencing an uncharacteristic stretch of mild weather, with nine consecutive days of above-normal temperatures, and the trend shows no signs of letting up.
Looking ahead to Chicago's spring
We suffered through a cold snap a few weeks ago but a milder pattern has now taken hold. Will this spring also be relatively mild in Chicago?
We suffered through a cold snap a few weeks ago but a milder pattern has now taken hold. Will this spring also be relatively mild in Chicago?
Maine father dies while rescuing 4-year-old son after they both fell in icy pond
Maine father, Kevin Howell, tragically drowned after rescuing his 4-year-old son from icy waters. The pair fell through the ice while walking on Etna Pond. Howell managed to get his son onto a sheet of ice before succumbing to the cold.
Maine father, Kevin Howell, tragically drowned after rescuing his 4-year-old son from icy waters. The pair fell through the ice while walking on Etna Pond. Howell managed to get his son onto a sheet of ice before succumbing to the cold.
'Snowpocalypse' rocked Atlanta 10 years ago
Chicago is not the only city to come to a halt because of storms like the blizzard we saw in 2011. There was a terrible ice storm in Atlanta 10 years ago this week.
Chicago is not the only city to come to a halt because of storms like the blizzard we saw in 2011. There was a terrible ice storm in Atlanta 10 years ago this week.
Flooding in Will County forces residents to evacuate
Water levels have been on the rise prompting some evacuations in the area.
Water levels have been on the rise prompting some evacuations in the area.
Navy Pier heats up Chicago's January with Winter Disco extravaganza: 'Feel the vibes'
Despite cold January weather, the Navy Pier Beer Garden is back in business this weekend for Winter Disco!
Despite cold January weather, the Navy Pier Beer Garden is back in business this weekend for Winter Disco!
Eating snow 'not worth the risk' of ingesting contaminants, health expert says
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.