Illinois Weather

Tornadoes in Illinois hit record levels in 2025, with increased activity near St. Louis and Central Illinois as Tornado Alley continues expanding east

From bustling cities to quiet towns, not a corner of Illinois was untouched by last year's tornado surge. It’s a reminder to stay prepared.

If your house made loud cracks during recent cold, you likely experienced a frost quake — the freezing ground expanding. Here’s what that means for your home.

With sub-freezing temps ahead in Illinois, now’s the time for winter car safety: remove electronics, meds, food and glasses from your vehicle and keep the gas tank half full to avoid fuel-line freeze.

Subzero temps and snow are on the way for Illinois. Avoid these 5 winter-driving mistakes for a safer season.

As the chill sets in, couples are divided over one cozy debate: to sock or not to sock when sleeping?

Thanksgiving may be dry and mild, but Christmas is still a mystery. What do the forecasts say about our chances for a winter wonderland?

A chilly change is in the air, reminding us that winter is just around the corner in Illinois. Get ready for a serious drop in temperatures!

Northern Illinois: You got your tree up early, and now the weather might pay you back. A system moving in Friday night could bring snow into Saturday. Timing is certain, track isn’t — but it might snow, and your tree is watching.

Picture this: Thanksgiving in Northern Illinois could be warm and sunny, but some forecasters are hinting at a chillier surprise. What's it going to be?