Chicagoland
Coverage of Chicagoland in the Nexus archive.
- Chicago weather: Severe storms, flooding possible; tornadoes can't be ruled out
Severe storms could bring damaging winds, hail, and flooding to Chicagoland tonight. Tornadoes cannot be ruled out.
- Chicago weather: Smoke, heat and possible severe storms
Chicagoland is experiencing a combination of smoky skies and potential severe storms today. The weather conditions include heat and possible storms, creating a challenging situation for the area.
- Monday forecast: Air Quality Alert continues as heat and storm chances build
An Air Quality Alert has been extended through Monday night in Chicagoland. Showers and thunderstorms are possible by Monday evening across the area.
- Sunday forecast: Wildfire smoke returns as cooler air moves into Chicagoland
Another round of Canadian wildfire smoke is expected to drift into Chicagoland overnight, bringing a smoky start to the day before conditions gradually improve.
- Jewell’s Jems: Kids Leading Kids
Jewell’s Jems highlights individuals in Chicagoland promoting healthy living. Saran Dunmore and her daughter Sanaa discussed Kids Leading Kids, a company that teaches children leadership, confidence, and life skills.
- When will wildfire smoke leave Chicago?
Wildfire smoke has caused dangerous air conditions in Chicagoland, but experts predict improvement soon. The situation remains under monitoring for potential changes.
- MAP: Track the worst air quality across Chicagoland
Wildfire smoke caused hazardous air quality in Chicago on Thursday. A map is available to track the worst conditions across Chicagoland.
- LIVE | Chicago air quality hit hard by wildfire smoke
Wildfire smoke from Canada has settled over Chicagoland, leading to some of the worst air quality the region has experienced.
- Photos show thick Canadian wildfire smoke covering Chicago skies
Hazy skies in Chicagoland are caused by wildfire smoke from Canada, leading to dangerous air quality. Photos document the thick smoke covering Chicago skies.
- Residents asked to reduce prolonged activities outside as Air Quality Alert takes effect
An Air Quality Alert is in effect for Chicagoland due to dangerous conditions caused by heat mixing with smoke from wildfires up north. Residents are being asked to reduce prolonged outdoor activities.
- Chicago weather: Hottest temps of the year expected this week
Chicagoland is heading into its hottest stretch of the year, with upper 90s expected by midweek. Slight relief could arrive later in the week.
- Monday forecast: Dry, sunny and hot across Chicagoland
Monday's weather in Chicagoland will be dry, sunny, and hot with temperatures reaching around 90 degrees. The heat index, influenced by humidity, is expected to range between 95 and 100 degrees.
- Sunday forecast: Warmth and sunshine make for a beautiful day across Chicagoland
Chicagoland is expected to have warm and sunny weather on Sunday, making for a beautiful day as the weekend ends.
- Chicago weather: Dry, sunny stretch with heat building next week
Chicago and Chicagoland are experiencing a dry, sunny weather stretch with temperatures approaching 90 degrees next week following the departure of recent storms.
- Suburban reservoirs nearly full after multiple rounds of storms drop heavy rain on Chicagoland during holiday weekend
Two suburban reservoirs are nearly full after four rounds of severe thunderstorms caused heavy rainfall in Chicagoland during the Fourth of July weekend. The storms repeatedly affected the same areas, leading to significant water accumulation.
- Chicago weather: Break from heat, storms brings sunny, comfortable stretch
Chicagoland is experiencing a break from recent heat and severe storms, with a return to sunny and comfortable weather. Rain chances are expected to return later this week.
- Monday forecast: Sunshine returns as comfortable air settles into Chicagoland
The work week in Chicagoland brings sunshine, comfortable temperatures, and lower humidity after a soggy holiday weekend.
- Yellow Line train derails as overnight storms topple trees around Chicagoland
A CTA Yellow Line train derailed after a tree toppled during overnight storms in Chicagoland. The storms, following four days of heat, brought thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and heavy rain, causing multiple trees to fall.
- Residents at Park Forest apartment complex face second summer without A/C as heat wave hits Chicagoland
Over 100 residents at Autumn Ridge Apartments in Park Forest are without air conditioning for the second consecutive year as a heat wave affects Chicagoland. The lack of cooling systems has left tenants facing uncomfortable conditions during the summer months.
- Chicago weather: Extreme Heat Warning expected to peak midweek
Chicago is expected to experience its hottest weather midweek as an Extreme Heat Warning peaks. The warning indicates that the most intense heat is still ahead for the Chicagoland area.
- Chicago weather: The first heat wave of 2026
Chicagoland is experiencing its first heat wave of the year, with heat index values near 105 expected through Wednesday. An extreme heat warning is in effect for Chicago.
- Monday forecast: Extreme Heat Warning issued as temps soar across Chicagoland
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Chicagoland on Monday as temperatures and humidity combine to push the heat index to 100-105 degrees. Skies are expected to be mostly sunny throughout the day.
- Coolest June 26 in 11 years on tap; extensive clouds bring chance of showers to Chicagoland
The coolest June 26 in 11 years is expected in Chicagoland with extensive clouds and a chance of showers. A storm system moving from central Missouri into downstate Illinois will bring cloudy skies throughout the day, particularly in the morning and afternoon.
- Chicago weather: First heat wave of the year next week
A cool-down is expected on Friday, but Chicagoland's first true heat wave of the year is projected to begin Monday.
- Severe weather risk raised for parts of Chicagoland Wednesday
Severe weather including strong storms, damaging winds, heavy rain, and potential tornadoes is possible in the Chicago area on Wednesday. The risk is highest for specific counties, though none are named in the article.
- Chicago weather: Storm chances return this afternoon before summer heat builds
Storm chances return to Chicagoland this afternoon, but the primary focus is the upcoming return of 90-degree heat next week. The article highlights both the immediate storm potential and the subsequent rise in temperatures.
- Forecast: Cloudy, rainy Father's Day ahead for Chicagoland
Father's Day in Chicagoland will be cloudy and rainy, with rain and isolated thunderstorms expected around lunchtime Sunday. Summer begins at 3:30 a.m. Central Time, with cooler temperatures and breezy conditions forecasted.
- Central Illinois hit hard by multiple rounds of severe weather Wednesday, including multiple tornado reports
Central Illinois was severely impacted by multiple rounds of severe weather on Wednesday, including multiple tornado reports, while Chicagoland avoided the worst of the storms. The storms caused significant damage detailed through photos and videos.
- Quiet weather settles over Chicagoland before weekend storm chances
Cool 70s today in Chicagoland, with warmer temperatures expected by Saturday. Showers and thunderstorms may arrive on Sunday.
- LIVE | Severe weather strikes Chicagoland: Tornadoes and flooding possible
Severe weather, including tornadoes, hail, and flooding, is possible in the Chicago area today as the region experiences hazardous conditions.
- Severe weather timeline: Tracking Wednesday storm chances
Severe weather threats return to Chicagoland on Wednesday, with cloudy skies and high temperatures around 70. Areas along and south of I-80 are under storm warnings.
- At least 20 tornadoes confirmed across Illinois, Indiana during severe weather outbreak
At least 20 tornadoes were confirmed across Illinois and Indiana during a severe weather outbreak, including an EF-3 tornado in Streator, Illinois, and another in Kouts, Indiana. Parts of Chicagoland now face a potential tornado threat.
- Severe storm chances return to Chicagoland
Severe storm chances are returning to Chicagoland, but today's weather is described as fantastic with highs in the mid to upper 70s and increasing cloud cover.
- Sunday forecast: Breezy, cooler conditions return to Chicagoland
Breezy and cooler conditions are expected in Chicagoland on Sunday, with an early possibility of showers before skies become partly sunny. Temperatures are forecasted to reach the lower 70s.
- Sunny Friday gives way to heat, severe weather risk on Saturday
Chicagoland will experience sunny, pleasant weather on Friday with highs in the low 80s and occasional gusty winds. A risk of heat and severe weather is expected to follow on Saturday.
- PHOTOS: Storms move through Chicagoland Thursday; widespread damage left behind
Strong storms caused widespread damage across Chicagoland Thursday evening, with viewers submitting photos of damage and apparent tornadoes. Streator, Illinois, and Merrillville, Indiana, were among the affected areas.
- Severe weather timeline: Tracking Thursday storm chances
Chicagoland experienced fast-moving storms on Wednesday, with more severe weather expected on Thursday due to high temperatures and humidity. The region is preparing for another round of storms as temperatures reach 90 degrees again.
- Chicago weather: Timeline as severe storms threaten again after widespread derecho damage
Hundreds of thousands in Chicagoland remain without power following Wednesday's severe storms, with another round of dangerous weather expected today. The previous storms caused widespread damage from a derecho.
- PHOTOS: Severe weather hits Chicagoland, leaving trail of destruction
Severe weather caused damage in Chicagoland, leading to power outages, downed trees, and weather alerts. WGN-TV reported on the storm's impact across Chicago's suburbs.
- Chicago severe weather timeline: Tornadoes, large hail threaten Wednesday, Thursday
Severe weather, including tornadoes and large hail, is expected in the Chicago area on Wednesday and Thursday. Storm chances increase today and again on Thursday across Chicagoland.