Chicago holds first-ever 'Name a Snowplow' contest

The city of Chicago is holding a naming contest for six of its snowplows during what promises to be another tumultuous winter.

'God laid over top of us': Woman recounts terror she felt as Louisiana tornado killed neighbors

An EF-2 tornado with winds estimated at 130 mph managed to decimate homes around Linda Barry as she huddled under a mattress protected by her soon-to-be husband, reciting the Lord’s Prayer for comfort.

Tornadoes batter Louisiana, cleanup begins
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While Chicago braces for snow, states in the south are picking up the pieces. The damage is extensive after an outbreak of tornadoes ripped through Louisiana.

Chicago officials dish out winter weather tips ahead of bitter cold, snow
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The city's Office of Emergency Management and Communications and other officials held a news conference Thursday to inform residents on how to get prepared and take advantage of city services this winter.

Scattered snow, gusty winds hit Chicago today

Today we have scattered snow showers and temps in the mid 30s by the afternoon. 

Storm brings tornadoes, blizzard conditions; 2 dead
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It's the second day of severe weather across the U.S. with blizzard-like conditions moving across the north and deadly tornadoes popping up in the south.

The odds of a white Christmas for Chicago are increasing

The odds of seeing a white Christmas in Chicago are increasing. The forecast for the holiday is starting to come into focus.

Chicago gets off to a dreary, rainy start Wednesday

Today we are starting with rain, heavy at times, and fog. Temps will be mild today, reaching the mid 40s