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Summer Expected to Be ‘Brutally Hot' With Big Thunderstorms, Farmers' Almanac Predicts
This upcoming summer is expected to be remembered for one thing across the nation: its heat.
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How Illinois Snow Plow Crews Are Prepping For Snowstorm
Plow drivers across the Chicago area spent Tuesday preparing for the long work ahead as a snowstorm looms. Here’s what it takes to get their trucks ready. NBC 5’s Chris Coffey reports.
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Watch: Sky 5 Captures Major Tornado Damage in Sycamore
NBC’s Sky 5 flew over the Sycamore area impacted by Monday night’s tornado to get an overhead view of the damage caused by the severe weather.
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Video Shows Tornado Moving Through Sycamore
Video from Ryan Mallon shows a tornado that moved through Sycamore, Illinois – one of several tornadoes to touch down across the area Monday.
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Why is it Raining So Much in Illinois? There's a Good Reason For It
So why has Illinois been getting so much rain lately – and for so many days in a row? NBC 5 meteorologist Paul Deanno explains.
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Frost Advisory Issued for Parts of Chicago Area
The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory for several counties across the Chicago area through Monday morning.
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Chicago Forecast: Stormy Monday Evening
Strong to severe t’storms are likely Monday evening. NBC 5 Meteorologist Paul Deanno has the timeline.
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Timeline: What to Expect and When as Potentially Severe Storms Eye Chicago Area
Potentially severe storms are expected to hit the Chicago area Monday, with large hail, damaging winds and the slight risk of a tornado possible.
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Severe Storms Possible in Chicago Area, Bringing Threat of Large Hail, Damaging Winds
A stormy Monday evening could bring the potential for severe weather to the Chicago area, with the threat of large hail, damaging winds and possibly even a brief tornado on the horizon.
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Chicago's Forecast: Severe Storm Risk Late In The Day
Considerably Cooler Temperature Trend This Week
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What to Expect and When as Winter Returns to Chicago Area
A wintry system is making its way through the Chicago area this week, bringing snow and sub-freezing temperatures in the middle of spring. When will it begin, how long will it last and what can you expect?
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Tuesday Morning Forecast
Alicia Roman has the latest forecast update for the Chicago area.
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Freeze Warning Issued as Snow Set to Return to the Chicago Area
It’s about to get cold again, Chicago. The week is expected to start out wet with some rain showers developing Monday afternoon, ushering in a cold front that will pave the way for near-freezing temperatures
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Freeze Warning Issued for Chicago Area as Near-Record Lows Possible
It’s about to get cold again, Chicago.
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Snow Set to Return to the Chicago Area This Week
It appears winter isn’t quite over yet for the Chicago area as a round of spring snow is set to bring potential accumulation to parts of the area.
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Chicago's Forecast: Showers Arrive Today
NBC 5’s Alicia Roman has the details
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Illinois Marks 1st Tornado of 2021, With Twister Touching Down in Mason County
The National Weather Service has confirmed that an EF-0 tornado touched down in Mason County on Tuesday, making it the first tornado reported in the state of Illinois this year. According to a release, the tornado had an estimated peak wind speed of 80 miles per hour, and traveled approximately two miles on the ground before dissipating. Officials say the…
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Wednesday Forecast
NBC 5 Storm Team meteorologist Alicia Roman has the latest forecast for the Chicago area.
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NWS: Chicago Had 9th Snowiest February on Record, With Nearly 2 Feet of Snow
The city of Chicago was colder and snowier than average, with the city exceeding its typical February snowfall by more than a foot in 2021. According to data published by the National Weather Service, the city saw a total of 21.6 inches of snow between Feb. 1 and Feb. 29, well above the average amount of 9.1 inches. The city…
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Stunning Drone Footage Shows Frozen, Snow-Covered Chicago From the Sky
Drone footage shows the icy shores of Lake Michigan and snow-covered Chicago, from downtown to the city’s neighborhoods, from a stunning bird’s eye view.