Tips for navigating Illinois roadways during today's winter storm
Illinois State Trooper Haylie Polistina updates us on the status of state roadways ahead of a winter storm moving across the region.
Illinois State Trooper Haylie Polistina updates us on the status of state roadways ahead of a winter storm moving across the region.
City officials warn of flooding as freezing rain, sleet and snow hit the Chicago area
The greatest concern for Streets and Sanitation crews this week is ice from all the freezing rain expected.
The greatest concern for Streets and Sanitation crews this week is ice from all the freezing rain expected.
Illinois, Indiana officials warn of treacherous commute as winter storm bears down on area
As a wintry mix heads our way, state transportation officials warn that incoming rain, sleet and snow will lead to messy conditions for those behind the wheel throughout the day Thursday.
As a wintry mix heads our way, state transportation officials warn that incoming rain, sleet and snow will lead to messy conditions for those behind the wheel throughout the day Thursday.
Illinois winter weather: IDOT preparing for Thursday winter storm; snow, rain and ice incoming
A winter storm could bring heavy snow, rain and ice to the area. The Illinois Department of Transportation is preparing now. Maria Castaneda with IDOT joined FOX 32 to talk about it.
A winter storm could bring heavy snow, rain and ice to the area. The Illinois Department of Transportation is preparing now. Maria Castaneda with IDOT joined FOX 32 to talk about it.
Winter storm planning: Preparing your home for rain and snow
To prepare for the rain and snow, Patrick McGowan with Style Exteriors encourages homeowners to make sure their gutters and downspouts are clear of any debris to ensure they work properly.
To prepare for the rain and snow, Patrick McGowan with Style Exteriors encourages homeowners to make sure their gutters and downspouts are clear of any debris to ensure they work properly.
Chicago street crews prepare for triple threat winter storm
Chicago Streets and Sanitation will have its hands full over the next 24 hours. The winter storm approaching the Chicago area will pack a triple punch - first rain, turning to ice and then snow.
Chicago Streets and Sanitation will have its hands full over the next 24 hours. The winter storm approaching the Chicago area will pack a triple punch - first rain, turning to ice and then snow.
Chicago weather to transition from warm to winter in less than 24 hours
People were enjoying a rare day of warmth Wednesday along the lakefront ahead of a snowstorm that could dump up to 10 inches across the Chicago area.
People were enjoying a rare day of warmth Wednesday along the lakefront ahead of a snowstorm that could dump up to 10 inches across the Chicago area.
Chicago weather whiplash: Temps climb into the 50s followed by more snow
A taste of spring on Wednesday but snow is still coming for Chicago. The latest forecast for Thursday's snowstorm moves the heaviest snow south a bit.
A taste of spring on Wednesday but snow is still coming for Chicago. The latest forecast for Thursday's snowstorm moves the heaviest snow south a bit.
Snowstorm still looming for Chicago
Chicago is bracing for yet another snowstorm this winter. Still waiting for more model consensus on snowfall amounts and placement of heaviest swath of snow.
Chicago is bracing for yet another snowstorm this winter. Still waiting for more model consensus on snowfall amounts and placement of heaviest swath of snow.
Countdown continues to possible Chicago snowstorm
We are just a few days away from a potentially impactful winter storm in Chicago. An array of models is suggesting 8-14 inches of snow is possible at O'Hare.
We are just a few days away from a potentially impactful winter storm in Chicago. An array of models is suggesting 8-14 inches of snow is possible at O'Hare.
Will there be a snowstorm in Chicago this week?
Some snow is coming this week for Chicago but there is wide range of possibilities as to how much with a forecast that is still uncertain.
Some snow is coming this week for Chicago but there is wide range of possibilities as to how much with a forecast that is still uncertain.
A troubling trend towards less Lake Michigan ice
Climate change is chipping away at Lake Michigan's ice cover. On average, there is significantly less ice now than a half-century ago for not just Lake Michigan but the entire Great Lakes system.
Climate change is chipping away at Lake Michigan's ice cover. On average, there is significantly less ice now than a half-century ago for not just Lake Michigan but the entire Great Lakes system.
Done with dibs: Chicago to remove items saving city parking spots Friday
Now that warmer temperatures and city snow removal have helped clear side streets after our last snowstorm, the city says it's time to move your dibs.
Now that warmer temperatures and city snow removal have helped clear side streets after our last snowstorm, the city says it's time to move your dibs.
Chicago to remove dibs items starting Friday
Now that warmer temperatures and city snow removal have helped clear Chicago's side streets after our last snowstorm, the city says it's time to move your dibs.
Now that warmer temperatures and city snow removal have helped clear Chicago's side streets after our last snowstorm, the city says it's time to move your dibs.
Chicago warns residents to clean up 'dibs' or lose their property
The city of Chicago is warning residents to clean up their dibs or lose their property.
The city of Chicago is warning residents to clean up their dibs or lose their property.
Chicago's ice and snow status
Chicago has caught up on ice and snow after a slow start this winter. How much more snow and ice could be coming over the next couple of weeks?
Chicago has caught up on ice and snow after a slow start this winter. How much more snow and ice could be coming over the next couple of weeks?
Man walks on frozen Lake Michigan, rescued by Chicago Fire Department
A 24-year-old man was rescued after dangerously walking onto frozen Lake Michigan. Larry Langford, CFD Director of Media Affairs and Communications, joins FOX 32 to discuss the incident.
A 24-year-old man was rescued after dangerously walking onto frozen Lake Michigan. Larry Langford, CFD Director of Media Affairs and Communications, joins FOX 32 to discuss the incident.
Chicago area snow finally ends, cleanup continues
Winter storm clean-up was underway Thursday in the Chicago area.
Winter storm clean-up was underway Thursday in the Chicago area.
Cook County doc provides safety tips for residents who are still digging out from snow storm
Don't eat a big meal before or after shoveling. Don't drink and shovel. And of course — watch for the warning signs.
Don't eat a big meal before or after shoveling. Don't drink and shovel. And of course — watch for the warning signs.
Winter safety tips: Cook County doc provides tips on staying safe while shoveling
Doctors say with this much snow in the Chicago area, people could get hurt while shoveling, and experience anything from cold exposure to muscle strains, and all the way to the big one; heart attacks.
Doctors say with this much snow in the Chicago area, people could get hurt while shoveling, and experience anything from cold exposure to muscle strains, and all the way to the big one; heart attacks.