Weather

Hurricane Barbara formed southwest of Mexico in the Eastern Pacific Ocean on Monday morning, making it the first hurricane of the 2025 season.

As summer approaches, the Moon will appear lower along the horizon, making it easier to enjoy on evening walks. The Canadian wildfire smoke might also enhance the color.

Wildfire smoke remains in the air with hazy conditions and fluctuating temperatures this week, along with periodic chances for showers and storms.

Lifelong Batavians say they've never seen damage like this in their neighborhood.

After a stormy Sunday, here's what the week ahead looks like for Chicagoland.

Sunday was shaping up to be decent weather-wise as the air quality continues to improve, but there's a chance of showers and storms.

A tropical storm is a tropical cyclone that has maximum sustained winds between 39 and 73 mph – an upgrade from a tropical depression.

After a pleasant Saturday, some late-night showers are expected to move through the Chicago area, though the weekend will not be a total washout.

As the smoke and haze of the last few days recedes from the Chicago area, there was more sunshine to start your Saturday.

A pattern that shows no signs of relaxing is producing strong to severe thunderstorms through the weekend.