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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
'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.
Flooding in Will County forces residents to evacuate
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!
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.
Tips for keeping your pets healthy in winter
Chicagoans have experienced an exceptionally cold winter and just like people, pets get cold too. "Petrendologist" Charlotte Reed shares her tips and ticks, as well as useful products pet owners can get to keep their furry friends safe and healthy in the cold.
Chicago warns to watch for falling ice
Chicago's weather continues its trend of turbulence. From ice to fog, now we're warming up a tad.
Watch: Indiana officer helps handicapped man cross busy intersection amid winter storm
In a heartwarming incident captured on dashcam video, Officer and Chaplain James Burns of the South Bend Police Department in Indiana assisted a handicapped individual struggling in a winter storm.
Watch: Quick-thinking officer rescues child from partially frozen pond in Arkansas
Body cam footage released by the Jonesboro Police Department showed the officer crawling on top of the ice to reach the child, who was clinging to the edge with his body submerged.
Researchers find ways to prevent falling on ice
Experts from the Kite Research Institute in Canada recrate icy conditions in their lab and determine the best ways to prevent falls. Dr. Sophia Yue Li joined Fox News at Noon with some tips to avoid icy falls and what footwear works the best in icy conditions.
Rain turns to slick ice on north suburban streets
It's been a messy day for commuters, but also for people just walking outside their front door. Many roads and sidewalks were coated with layer of ice making it precarious to get around.
Chicagoans battle icy roads, sidewalks with heavy measures of salt and caution
FOX 32's Tim McGill provides the latest update on the onslaught of icy weather that coated Chicago overnight.
VIDEO: Chicago man takes stroll on Lake Michigan 'ice pancakes' in swim trunks
A Chicagoan braved the sub-zero wind chill last Wednesday strolling along pancake ice patches on Lake Michigan in swimming trunks.
Neighbors do their part to combat slick sidewalks in Chicago suburbs
Even walking was treacherous in Oak Park Tuesday morning thanks to the freezing rain and icy conditions.
Chicago man hops between ice chunks on Lake Michigan
George Donald Miller braved the sub-zero wind chill last Wednesday strolling along pancake ice patches on Lake Michigan in swimming trunks.