Chicago area schools announce closures, shifts to E-learning ahead of snowstorm

With the first snow storm on the way, schools in the Chicago area and Indiana have started to announce closures or shifts to E-learning on Monday.

170 million Americans brace for deep freeze as temps plunge near record lows, even in Florida

Over 100 million Americans from Boston to Tampa, will get an early taste of winter this week, thanks to a sweeping cold front that will bring the coldest air of the season starting Sunday and lasting into next week.

Chicago weather: Snow ahead Sunday night
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Chicago weather: Snow coming this weekend
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FOX 32 News at 9 brings you the latest breaking stories from across the Chicagoland area.

Chicago weather: Rain clears Friday ahead of possible first snow of the season

Rain gives way to clearing skies Friday before a weekend storm brings a chance of the season’s first snow and the coldest air so far this fall.

Chicago weather: Mild temps before weekend rain and possible snow

Mild weather midweek will give way to weekend rain and possibly the season’s first slushy snow in the Chicago area.

Philippines declares a state of emergency after Typhoon Kalmaegi left at least 114 people dead

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared a state of emergency on Thursday after Typhoon Kalmaegi left at least 114 people dead and hundreds missing in central provinces in the deadliest natural disaster to hit the country this year.

Caribbean faces devastation after Hurricane Melissa
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Recovery efforts are underway across the Caribbean following Hurricane Melissa, which left widespread destruction and a rising death toll. In Jamaica, damage is estimated at more than $6 billion, while Haiti reports dozens dead and more missing amid flooding and landslides. The United Nations World Food Program is coordinating aid to more than five million affected people, as the U.S. pledges $24 million in relief funding. Officials warn recovery will be a “marathon effort” amid food and water shortages.