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Storm system brings strong and damaging winds to Chicago area Wind gusts reached 60 to 70 mph in Hampshire, Illinois, in Kane County. 2H ago

Multiple people killed by Iowa tornado as powerful storms slam Midwest There were multiple fatalities from a tornado that ripped through the small Iowa town of Greenfield, which saw homes and businesses destroyed. 9H ago

Extra-alarm fire damages houses in Jefferson Park Flames first shot through the rear of a house at 5247 N. Laramie Ave. The wind was so fierce that the fire quickly spread to the two houses to the north, and also charred a backyard tree. 2H ago

Highs in the 70s Wednesday in Chicago Highs will be in the upper 70s with breezy conditions on Wednesday. 3H ago

Armed man barricaded inside Chicago area Portillo's, police say A man barricaded himself inside a Portillo's in Elmhurst, police reported Wednesday morning. The Elmhurst Police Department said the man, reportedly armed with a knife, was last seen alone inside the closed restaurant. updated 25M ago

Indiana man on road to recovery after being trapped in truck wreck Matt Reum was trapped for six days after his truck swerved off the highway, rolled across a creek, and crash-landed underneath a bridge near Portage, Indiana, just before Christmas. 9H ago

Chicago area microbrewery introduces Cicada-Infused Malört "It's a taste you won't find anywhere else, and it's only available once every 17 years!" Noon Whistle Brewing said. 9H ago

ho*rner hits game-ending single in 10th inning as Cubs beat Braves Mike Tauchman had two hits and two RBIs for the Cubs, who had dropped three of four. 9H ago

97-year-old World War II veteran to lead Memorial Day Parade in Aurora, Illinois On Tuesday evening, the City of Aurora honored Miller with a proclamation from Mayor Richard Irvin and sash ahead of the parade. updated 6M ago

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Highs in the 70s Wednesday in Chicago Highs will be in the upper 70s with breezy conditions on Wednesday. 3H ago

Meet The First Alert Weather Team CBS 2 News Chicago's weather forecast model — First Alert — helps digital users and traditional television viewers stay on top of Chicago's dynamic weather. Jan 29

How will climate change impact Chicago's rainiest month? As the climate warms, May rainfall is getting heavier in Chicago. Apr 29

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Former Chicago Police superintendent joins alders in fight to save ShotSpotter Former Supt. Eddie Johnson was adamant that he is not being paid by the company to promote it. He said he just thinks it works. 14H ago

Illinois bill would allow teachers who abuse students over 18 to be criminally charged Plenty of high school seniors are 18 years old, and some are even older. May 20

A young Chicago mother shot to death. How the system failed her. Maria Roque filed numerous police reports and got a protection order. But the system that was supposed to protect her failed. May 20

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Ireland, Spain, Norway to recognize Palestine as independent state The largely symbolic move is designed to put pressure on Israel to allow a path to an eventual Palestinian state. 37M ago 00:22

Shotspotter, CTA president resignation, more on agenda for Chicago City Council City Council members are expected to vote on topics Wednesday, including support for Shotspotter, dispensary zoning, a resolution demanding the resignation of the CTA president, and the “Getting Hosed” ordinance for homeowners. 43M ago 03:26

Man rescued from Chicago River A man called police after spotting someone struggling in the Chicago River. 3H ago 00:40

Residents throughout Chicago, suburbs waking up to wind damage Severe storms did not materialize in the Chicago area Tuesday as expected – but the system still brought strong and damaging winds that toppled trees and took out power. 3H ago 02:27