Cook County warns of extreme cold and provides safety tips for pet owners, including using warming centers that accommodate pets, leashing pets, and having an emergency kit ready.

A burst water main flooded and froze a North Side block, leaving parked cars encased in ice as crews work to repair the line. Officials warned of temporary water shutoffs.

Chicago faces extreme cold with wind chills down to -27 degrees, school closures, and a snowstorm approaching. Warming centers are open for those in need.

Divers and researchers are racing to stop small zebra and quagga mussel outbreaks before warming waters let them explode across Lake Superior.

Chicago braces for extreme cold with possible sub-zero temperatures and wind chill reaching minus 35 degrees, despite earlier light snowfalls and a sunny Friday forecast. An Extreme Cold Watch is in effect from midnight Friday to Saturday noon.

A 3.8 magnitude earthquake struck central Illinois near Ohlman, causing vibrations but no immediate reports of damage. Residents felt the quake, which occurred at a depth of 8.8 km.

Chicago is experiencing a cold spell with subzero wind chills and scattered snow showers, with highs around 23 degrees and a 70% chance of overnight snow. The frigid conditions are forecasted to persist into the weekend.

Chicago faces hazardous weather on MLK Day with scattered snow showers, a wind chill as low as -19 degrees, and gusts up to 35 mph causing difficult travel conditions.

Chicago forecast predicts snow showers and subzero wind chills; tough conditions expected for Bears game with wind chill values possibly reaching -12 degrees.

A FAA ground stop briefly held inbound flights at O'Hare Friday as quick snow bands moved through Chicago. Delays were reported and a brutal cold snap is on the way.

Chicago experiences snow with a high near 36 degrees, 100% chance of precipitation, and gusts up to 25 mph. Conditions may affect visibility and roads are covered in snow and ice.

Chicago experiences a significant drop in temperature with isolated snow flurries, challenging even seasoned locals, following a period of above-average warmth.

Aurora issued a public notice after tap‑water tests found elevated lead in some homes. Officials say finished water meets standards and will expand testing and replace lines.