Time running out for West Siders to claim relief after July flooding

West Side elected officials said the flooding from this past summer has created a new crisis: Those who suffered damage have not applied for help that is available to them.

Chicago weather: Showers this morning with above-average temps

There are a few showers around this morning. Activity should wane later today affording some breaks in the clouds that should once again enable high temps to climb above seasonal normal into the upper 70s.

Chicago weather: Cloudy skies to turn into thunderstorms by mid-week
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FOX 32 meteorologist Mark Strehl has your Sunday evening forecast. It'll be mostly cloud skies for the next several days, but a chance for showers and thunderstorms will enter the Chicago area Tuesday and Wednesday.

Chicago weather: Cloudy day ahead with risk of rain
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There is about a 1 in 3 chance of rain this afternoon. Sunday starts off partly sunny then will get increasingly cloudy as the day goes on. Temperatures will be in the 70s.

Cook County FEMA assistance continues for victims of summer flooding
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FEMA released an update on recovery efforts for Cook County residence affected by the June 29 - July 2 floods. More than 40,000 households have been helped and $32 million in small business loans have been distributed so far.

Chicago weather: Gorgeous weekend to kick off fall
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Today is the first day of fall, however, temperatures this weekend are nearing the 80s. There is a chance of showers Sunday.

Tropical Storm Ophelia blasts mid-Atlantic coast after North Carolina landfall as power outages climb

The fierce winds on the East Coast have caused over 50,000 power outages so far, and those numbers are expected to climb as the tropical storm-force gusts cause property damage and topple trees and power lines.

Chicago weather: A summer-like day is on tap for the first day of Fall

Saturday marks the beginning of Fall, and it should be a beautiful day with decreasing clouds and highs in the upper 70s to near 80.

Chicago winter outlook: When to start worrying about snow

How soon will Chicagoans need to find a shovel? Fall often brings our first round of wintry weather.