Chicago gets one more sunny day before heavy rain moves in Friday night and lingers into Saturday. Localized flooding is possible in the metro.

Lollapalooza opens under mild skies, but heavy rain and thunderstorms could complicate Friday night in Grant Park.

Chicago gets a sunny, comfortable Wednesday before rain and possible heavy thunderstorms move in Friday and Saturday.

Gusty north winds and large waves make Lake Michigan dangerous today. Lifeguards and the NWS urge people to avoid the water.

A new EDGI analysis ties roughly 655 million metric tons CO2e to BP’s Whiting refinery from 2010–2023, putting the plant on a national list of top supplier sources. Local residents and watchdogs say the report sharpens questions about air quality and oversight.

Dense morning fog and sticky humidity set the tone. Expect storms, a Heat Advisory through 9 p.m., and dangerous lake conditions.

Upper-80s and heavy humidity today with a midday Heat Advisory. Showers and thunderstorms possible late tonight and Monday; beaches may be rough Tuesday.

Heat builds into Chicago Sunday–Monday with highs near 90°F and heat indices into the 100s. Showers and storms are possible late Sunday into Monday night.

A pleasant Friday gives way to a hot, humid weekend — highs climb into the 90s and heat indexes may top 100 by Monday.

A wind‑driven upwelling plunged nearshore Lake Michigan waters into the 50s across popular beaches, leaving lifeguards and park staff urging caution. Satellite and buoy feeds showed a narrow cold strip along the coast.

Sunny and comfortable today with a high near 76°F. Heat and storm chances return Sunday–Monday.

Cool, breezy day with highs near 71°F and hazardous Lake Michigan surf. Stay out of the water and heed beach flags and advisories.

Scattered storms and gusty winds this afternoon; Lake Michigan beaches are under a Beach Hazards Statement through Wednesday.