Chicago's weather today will be mild with possible afternoon showers, but the weekend promises warmth and sun, with potential for fires due to gusty winds. Showers and thunderstorms may return Monday.

Chicago expects sunny, windy weather with rising temperatures through the weekend, but faces an Elevated Fire Weather Risk and potential for showers and thunderstorms early next week.

Severe storms in the Chicago area caused destruction, including torn roofs and uprooted trees. No injuries were reported, but significant damage and power outages affected residents.

Dennis Downes, a dedicated advocate for the preservation of Native American history and trail marker trees, passed away at 72 due to colon cancer and a stroke.

Chicago faces a chilly day with potential morning flurries and strong winds up to 45 mph, following a near-record February warmth. The risks include high winds and fire weather, with a cold wind chill and hazardous lake conditions.

Chicagoans are preparing for extreme weather changes, with record warmth giving way to severe thunderstorms and then winter conditions, including hail, high winds, and possible snow.

Chicago is experiencing volatile weather, with forecasts indicating swings from sunny skies to thunderstorms and snow, alongside warnings of hail and fire risk.

Chicago is expecting a sudden change in weather with a transition from rain to a potential snowstorm tonight, icy roads, high winds, and less than one inch of snow accumulation.

Tulips on Michigan Avenue bloom early due to Chicago's warmest winter in nearly a century, with concerns over potential late frosts harming the premature flowers.

Chicago's weather includes a chance of morning showers, mild temps, and gusting winds, with snow risk on Friday and sunny days ahead, followed by rain and thunderstorms next week.

Chicago Park District renamed a part of Montrose Dune to "Monty and Rose Wildlife Habitat" in honor of two Great Lakes Piping Plovers that captivated the city.

Chicago is experiencing variable weather with storms, hail, and temperature fluctuations, according to the National Weather Service. After warm conditions, a cooldown is expected with a wet and breezy forecast ahead.

Illinois sees a surge in rooftop solar installations, ranking ninth in the U.S., and now capable of powering over 116,000 homes with small-scale solar.