Cloudy and blustery today; light snow tonight mainly near the lake and in northwest Indiana.

Strong gusts ripped part of Bright Beginners Academy's roof in Dyer; staff evacuated children to a nearby funeral home and no injuries were reported.

Gusty west winds up to 45 mph and a morning rain/snow mix could rattle Chicago's Friday commute. Secure loose items and expect reduced visibility.

A photo of a white‑winged scoter swallowing an invasive crayfish helped Loyola researchers uncover unusually high microplastic loads in the river's crayfish.

Showers and thunderstorms are likely Thursday with gusty winds building overnight into Friday. Bring an umbrella and secure outdoor items.

Gusty southwest winds and low humidity raise fire danger Wednesday across the Chicago area. Officials discourage outdoor burning and urge caution.

Showers and a chance of thunderstorms arrive late Tuesday night, followed by gusty southwest winds Wednesday with gusts near 40 mph. Secure boats and loose outdoor items.

Patchy fog this morning then sunny, record‑tinged warmth with gusty southwest winds. Small craft advisory for nearshore waters and rain chances late Tuesday.

Sunny Sunday with highs near 55°F. Breezy Monday and rain likely late Tuesday into Wednesday.

Clear, cool morning; sunny and mild Friday with highs near 51°F. Breezy afternoon and patchy fog overnight.

Mostly dry Thursday; Friday warms to about 50°F and stays mild into next week.

Sunny but blustery Wednesday in Chicago — highs near 40°F with gusts up to 25 mph and a Small Craft Advisory on Lake Michigan through midafternoon.

Gusty northwest winds this afternoon with highs near 43°F. Small boats warned to stay ashore.