Merrillville woman describes 'nightmare' after tornado tore through town
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A tornado was confirmed in Merrillville, Indiana, on Thursday night. FOX Chicago's Se Kwon spoke to a resident who is dealing with the aftermath.

Streator tornado: Photographer helps rescue man trapped under debris

A freelance photographer documenting tornado damage in Streator found himself in the middle of a dramatic rescue after helping save a man trapped beneath the rubble of his home.

Photographer helps rescue trapped homeowner after possible tornado in LaSalle County
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A freelance photographer capturing powerful storm damage near Streator, Illinois suddenly became part of the story, helping rescue a man trapped beneath the rubble of a collapsed home. 

On-camera rescue: Photojournalist tracking tornadoes helps trapped homeowner
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A freelance photographer capturing powerful storm damage near Streator, Illinois suddenly became part of the story, helping rescue a man trapped beneath the rubble of a collapsed home.

Thousands across Illinois still without power ahead of more storms

In less than 24 hours, 450,000 ComEd customers were left in the dark — and without air conditioning during a stretch of hot and humid weather. Officials say it could be days before power is fully restored.

Massive tornado spotted in LaSalle County
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A massive tornado was spotted in LaSalle County on Thursday evening as severe weather passed through the Chicago area.

Thousands across Illinois still without power ahead of more storms
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The pressure is on to restore power across the state before more storms roll in tonight. Fox Chicago's Kasey Chronis talks the latest updates from ComEd.

Chicagoland community reacts after severe storms leave behind widespread damage
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A powerful line of storms barreled through Chicagoland on Wednesday. The system reportedly produced hurricane-force wind gusts and left behind widespread damage and power outages.