Weather

Theodore Street in Joliet buckled during the intense heat this week. Still, the city of Joliet says problems like that should not be a widespread issue locally because most streets are asphalt paved.

With temperatures reaching well into the 90's the last few days, DeKalb County residents have had to find ways to stay cool.

As extreme heat is predicted for northern Illinois in the coming days, health departments are warning residents of the signs of heat sickness. Cooling centers can found throughout Will County.

Summer school on Monday has been canceled for students at Joliet Public Schools District 86 because of “dangerous weather forecast of high heat and humidity,” school officials said.

When it gets hot outside, pet owners need to remember to keep their dogs, cats, horses and any other beloved pets cool.

Heat indexes in McHenry County could climb to the triple digits in the coming days.

Forecasters warn that peak heat indices could climb above 100 degrees for several days

The heat will be particularly worrisome this weekend across wide stretches of Nebraska, Illinois, Wisconsin and Iowa, where forecasters are warning of extreme temperature impacts

Rainy weather forces cancellation of Woodstock band concert

Northern Illinois residents should prepare for severe storms today and dangerous heat beginning this weekend, according to the National Weather Service

A two-day stretch of severe weather is headed to northern Illinois, with storms expected to impact the region Tuesday afternoon before a more significant threat arrives on Wednesday

Northern Illinois could see strong to severe thunderstorms late Tuesday and Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service

Families from Polo, Rock Falls, Morrison and Dixon headed to Dixon Park District’s Water Wonderland splash pad looking to beat the heat on a hot and sunny Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

Scattered thunderstorms Monday in northern Illinois could bring gusty winds and hail

Air quality alert issued for several northern Illinois counties; sensitive groups advised to take precautions outdoors.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires carried another day of poor air quality south of the border to the Midwest, where conditions in parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan were rated “very unhealthy” Tuesday

A tree fell on a house in Harvard during severe weather that made its way through McHenry County early Tuesday afternoon.

Combined rain and snowfall this spring was well below normal across northern Illinois, according to the National Weather Service

Smoke from Canadian wildfires could filter the sun a bit this weekend, according to the National Weather Service

Get ready for several years of even more record-breaking heat that pushes Earth to more deadly, fiery and uncomfortable extremes, two of the world’s top weather agencies forecast

Joliet's new Certified Emergency Response Team starts with 28 volunteers from various walks of life ready to stop in when first responders need help.

Prior to Friday, the last time a significant dust storm impacted Chicago was during the Dust Bowl on May 10, 1934, according to the National Weather Service

Kane County Sheriff Ron Hain reported that deputies were not called to respond to any issues in Kane County following Friday's dust storm.

Illinois officials are urging people not to travel amid dust storm warnings across parts of the state, including much of the Chicago area.

After severe storms swept northern Illinois Thursday, the region faces increased fire risk and wind advisories Friday.

Thunderstorms downed trees and power lines around McHenry County Thursday evening.

A tornado watch is in effect until 10 p.m. Thursday for most of northern Illinois, the National Weather Service reports.

Strong winds, dry conditions and warm temperatures are expected through Friday, leading to warnings about potential fire spreads.

The National Weather Service is monitoring the potential for severe weather across northern Illinois Thursday that could bring with it destructive hail, damaging winds and tornadoes.

Corn and soybeans are planted at the same time on the Henert farm.

Strong southerly winds up to 45 mph are expected this afternoon through the evening, capable of downing tree limbs

A tornado watch is in effect for Bureau, Putnam, Marshall, Woodford and Whiteside counties until 11 p.m. Sunday; and La Salle, Grundy, Lee, Livingston, Kankakee, Ford and Iroquois counties until 4 a.m. Monday.

Scattered thunderstorms forecasted for Friday evening could bring large hail, damaging winds and perhaps a tornado, the National Weather Service warned.

The tornado that hit Crystal Lake on April 11, 1965 - Palm Sunday - destroyed large portions of the city. Six people were killed and 75 were injured. Damages in the city totaled over $1.5 million, as 80 homes and a shopping center were completely destroyed.

Sixty years ago, the F-4 Palm Sunday tornado touched down in Crystal Lake on April 11, 1965, destroying more than 100 homes, killing five residents and one more in Island Lake and injuring at least another 95.

The Will County Emergency Management Agency will host an educational storm-preparedness event for families in Channahon on April 12.

Following these steps can help trees recover from winter damage, boost their health, and promote strong roots and lush leaves throughout the spring and beyond.

More severe weather moving in overnight Tuesday, lasting through Wednesday, including high winds, chance of hail.

The peak wind speed in Illinois happens in March and April and it is the least windy in July and August.

A Northern Illinois University weather researcher, whose forecasts are regularly used by storm chasers across the U.S., will help lead a study for scientists to better understand hailstorms, impacts and their role in severe weather patterns.

Meteorologists from the National Weather Service station in Romeoville joined with Will County emergency responders in Plainfield at a workshop to discuss advances in forecasting and disaster preparedness on Saturday, March, 22, 2025.

The Will County Emergency Management Agency's public workshop on Saturday will cover severe weather, disasters, fraud and 1990 Plainfield tornado.

Does your car need a good scrubbing? Chances are, it was a rare bout of dirty rain on Wednesday that spurred your upcoming trip to the car wash.

Northern Illinois could see high winds, thunderstorms, possibly tornadoes and then wind-whipped snow starting on Wednesday and going into Thursday morning, according to the National Weather Service

3 people were critically injured during a crash that occurred during while a late winter storm brought whiteout and slick conditions.

A weekend of wild and wide-ranging weather blew through the McHenry County area, from dangerously high winds to snowfall – and a temperature drop of nearly 50 degrees in the process.

The National Weather Service has confirmed Friday night’s severe weather included a tornado in Yorkville.

A car rolled down an embankment near a creek Sunday near Harvard during heavy snowfall in the area.

Days after high winds, dry conditions and storms affected the McHenry County area, the region received some snow Sunday morning.

A tornado warning has been issued for southeastern DeKalb County effective until midnight Friday, according to the National Weather Service.