National Weather Service December 20, 2021 2:57 pm Winter Solstice 2021: First Day of Winter Tuesday, Shortest Day of Year Tuesday marks the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year when it comes to combined sunlight and the official beginning of the winter season. Local 0:44 Chef with Chicago connections dies while running Nashville marathon 1:26 Concerns raised over condition of Kaneland High School's running track 2:10 Fundraiser benefits family of fallen Chicago Police Officer Luis Huesca 7:44 NBC 5 Nightly Update: Monday, April 29 2:39 Police recover Officer Luis Huesca's firearm, continue search for suspect