Chicagoland
Coverage of Chicagoland in the Nexus archive.
- Sunday forecast: Beautiful summer day ahead with sunshine, low humidity
Sunday is forecast to be a picture-perfect summer day with low humidity across Chicagoland. The day will feature sunshine and comfortable temperatures for residents.
- Severe weather timeline: Tracking Friday storm chances
Storm threats are returning to Chicagoland on Friday afternoon, potentially disrupting plans. While Thursday saw warm temperatures and sunshine, the day is expected to start with a sun/cloud mix, followed by gathering clouds and a chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms.
- Chicago weather: Severe storms possible Friday
Severe and strong storms are possible for the Chicago area on Friday. These intense weather events could hit Chicagoland this week.
- Chicago weather: Beautiful Thursday on tap with storms possible Friday
The area can expect beautiful weather on Thursday. However, scattered storms are possible returning to Chicagoland on Friday.
- Chicago weather: Pleasant stretch ahead
Chicago is expected to have a pleasant stretch of weather ahead. Chicagoland is heading into several comfortable late-summer days, and intense heat is not anticipated.
- Chicago weather: Showers, thunderstorms return today
Showers and thunderstorms are scheduled to return to Chicagoland today, specifically on Tuesday night. These returning storms have the potential to affect Game 2 of the Crosstown Classic.
- Chicago weather: Tuesday storms could turn severe
Severe storms are possible across Chicagoland starting Tuesday. The weather forecast indicates that the storms could escalate from strong to severe conditions throughout the area.
- Stormy start to weekend with flash flooding threat for parts of Chicagoland
A stormy weekend is forecasted for parts of Chicagoland, carrying a threat of flash flooding. Locally, rainfall rates could reach significant levels, potentially hitting 2-3 inches per hour.
- Chicago weather: Severe storms again possible today
Severe storms are once again possible across Chicagoland today. Storms could become severe this afternoon, carrying potential threats of damaging winds and tornadoes.
- Chicago weather: Strong storms could return Wednesday
Chicagoland may experience another round of thunderstorms before noon on Wednesday. The severe weather remains possible due to strong storm activity.
- First derecho in 6 years hits Chicagoland | What is a derecho?
A derecho recently struck Chicagoland, marking the first one in six years. Forecasters at the WGN Tom Skilling Weather Center explained the necessary requirements for a weather system to receive the classification of a derecho.
- Chicago weather: Severe storms threaten Tuesday, tornadoes can't be ruled out
Severe storms are anticipated across Chicagoland on Tuesday. The primary concern from these potential severe storms includes damaging winds, and there remains a possibility of tornadoes.
- PHOTOS: Another round of severe storms in Chicagoland leaves behind downed trees, power outages
Multiple rounds of severe storms swept through Chicagoland on Sunday, causing additional damage and power outages in the area. In Arlington Heights, village officials reported public works crews were actively clearing roadways so utility crews could access and repair downed power lines.
- Sunday forecast: Warm and humid with scattered storms
Chicagoland is expected to have a warm and humid Sunday. The area will face scattered storms as a more active weather pattern begins to take shape.
- Rain chances linger as temperatures cool down
A slow-moving storm system continues to affect Chicagoland with cloud coverage and ongoing chances for showers, particularly early Thursday, as temperatures cool down.
- Chicagoland faces off-and-on rain today, with heavier storms possible this evening
Chicagoland and Chicago are experiencing intermittent rain today with potential for heavier storms in the evening. Residents are advised to keep umbrellas ready as showers and storms may occur throughout the day.
- Monday forecast: Comfortable temperatures, dry skies across Chicagoland
Monday's weather in Chicagoland will be dry with mostly sunny skies and high temperatures in the mid to upper 70s, which is below average for early August.
- Chicago weather: Heavy rain could bring flooding as July turns to August
Heavy rain is expected in Chicagoland, potentially causing flooding as July transitions to August. Residents are advised to keep umbrellas handy due to the incoming weather.
- 2 tornadoes confirmed as NWS surveys storm damage across Chicagoland
The National Weather Service confirmed at least two tornadoes touched down in Chicagoland as severe storms caused damage on Monday afternoon.
- Sunny skies, cooler air bring picture-perfect day to Chicagoland
Chicagoland is experiencing a perfect summer day with sunny skies and cooler air. However, dangerous waves along Lake Michigan have led to ongoing beach hazards. Conditions are expected to remain similar through the weekend.
- LIVE | Tornado Warning issued for Chicago area
A Tornado Warning was issued for parts of Chicagoland and the Chicago area on Monday as severe storms brought flooding, hail, and 70 mph winds.
- Chicago weather: Extreme heat warning for parts of area as dry spell continues
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for parts of Chicagoland, and O'Hare has experienced three weeks without measurable rain.
- Monday forecast: Another hot, humid day with a risk of severe storms
Chicagoland's heat wave is ending soon, but Monday will bring another hot and humid day with a risk of severe storms.
- Sunday forecast: Hot and humid conditions return to Chicagoland
Hot and humid conditions are returning to Chicagoland on Sunday, with heat index values expected to reach triple digits. The weekend is ending with elevated heat index readings.
- 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.