The city’s draft Calumet land‑use map elevates wetlands and river access, but cleanup timelines and port priorities mean activists remain wary. Communities are preparing a formal complaint.

Chicago is experiencing cold weather with sunny skies, with the National Weather Service predicting highs near 26°F today and 20°F tonight. The weekend will be slightly warmer, while the upcoming work week is expected to see temperatures above 40°F.

Chicagoans faced a cold New Year with single-digit temperatures and wind chills below zero, followed by light snow. The weather is expected to stabilize with a warming trend through the week.

Snow is predicted for Chicago on December 31st but not expected to exceed half an inch. Temperatures are to drop later, with cold New Year's eve and days ahead, but a gradual warming is forecast into the first week of January.

Light snow and cold temperatures are forecasted for Chicago with limited accumulation expected, as the city approaches New Year's events in brisk conditions.

Severe storms in Central Illinois caused heavy damage, including a torn off gym roof at Prairie Central Junior High and multiple homes affected. First responders were mobilizing for resident safety.

A ground stop briefly held flights bound for O'Hare on Sunday as storms reduced visibility and caused FAA-reported departure delays averaging about 45 minutes.

Chicago faces cold winds and light snow, with gusts up to 45 mph and temperatures around 24 degrees. Flurries and a chance of snow persist throughout the week.

Chicago faces extreme weather with dense fog disrupting travel and a sudden drop in temperature expected, along with strong wind gusts and possible light snow accumulation.

Chicago prepares for a busy holiday travel end with varied weather. Airports see increased traffic, and weather may impact travel with rain and possible snow showers forecasted.

Chicago is facing erratic weather that includes dense fog, showers, and a big temperature drop, with a fog advisory in effect. Visibility may be below a quarter mile in some areas.

Chicago experiences mild Christmas Day weather with partly sunny skies, highs around 41°F, and light winds; showers expected after midnight. Temperatures may approach 50°F over the weekend, with cooler weather returning Monday.

Christmas Eve in Chicago is drizzly with gray skies and mild temperatures around 44 degrees, diverging from snowy expectations. The weather is forecasted to remain cloudy and dry with a slight chance of light snow on New Year's Eve.