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Experts See Over 90% Chance of Strong El Niño
The Climate Prediction Center forecasts a greater than 90% chance that a very strong El Niño will persist from fall 2026 through winter 2026‑2027, potentially…
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Six Officers Honored After Colleague Killed in Hospital Shooting
The Chicago Police Memorial Foundation honored six officers and detectives who responded to a shooting at Swedish Hospital that killed a fellow officer,…
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Chicago Air and Water Show Returns Aug. 15-16
The Chicago Air and Water Show returns on August 15‑16, 2026, offering two days of aircraft and marine demonstrations along the lakefront, drawing large crowds…
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American Airlines Gates Reopen at O'Hare After $300 Million Upgrade
Two American Airlines gates at O'Hare reopened on August 13, 2026 after a $300 million renovation aimed at enhancing passenger experience and airport capacity.
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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Covers Southern Chicago Area
A severe thunderstorm watch covering Kankakee and Iroquois counties in Illinois and Newton and Jasper counties in Indiana is in effect until 7 p.m. on…
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Glunz Tavern Draws Final Schlitz Tap in Chicago
Glunz Tavern in Old Town tapped the final barrel of Schlitz beer on August 13, 2026, ending the brand’s historic presence in Chicago that began with its first…
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Multiple Tornadoes Slam Chicago Suburbs, Hundreds of Thousands Lose Power
At least five tornadoes struck Chicago’s suburbs on Tuesday, leaving hundreds of thousands without power, while a severe thunderstorm watch was issued for…
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Rain Threat Looms Over Chicago Air & Water Show
A jet‑stream pattern is expected to bring showers and thunderstorms to northern Illinois on August 15-16, potentially affecting the Chicago Air and Water Show.…
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Chicago Theological Seminary to Leave Hyde Park Campus
Chicago Theological Seminary will vacate its Hyde Park building after a ten‑year lease with the University of Chicago ends, marking the end of its 171‑year…
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Fashion Outlets of Chicago Ends Paid Parking, Offers Free First Three Hours
Fashion Outlets of Chicago ended its paid‑parking program on August 12, 2026, offering all guests three hours of free parking after a strong backlash from…
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TrapDecks Elevates Chicago's Fingerboarding Community
TrapDecks has driven growth in Chicago's fingerboarding scene through product offerings and youth-focused events, establishing the city as a notable hub for…
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CTA Approves $10 Million Crisis‑Intervention Pilot on Train Lines
The CTA board approved a $10 million, year‑long pilot to station crisis‑intervention specialists on three train lines starting fall 2026, complementing recent…
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Rare Half‑Male, Half‑Female Bobolink Seen in Barrington Preserve
A bilateral gynandromorph bobolink was observed at Barrington Preserve in spring 2026, marking an exceptionally rare bird sighting noted by Luke Dahlberg and…
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Chicago Sees Surge in Data Center Construction
Chicago is experiencing a rapid increase in data center construction, drawing both industry interest and community controversy over environmental and…
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Chicago Schools Shut After Severe Storm Damage and Outages
Severe storms just before the new school year caused building damage and power outages, prompting Glenwood Academy and other Chicago schools to close and…
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Aldermen Claim Bally's Delays $1.7B Casino Over Terminal Dispute
Twenty‑eight Chicago aldermen accuse Bally's of delaying its $1.7 billion River West casino by citing a video‑gambling terminal dispute, amid city debates over…
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Severe Storms Loom Over South Suburbs as 142,000 Still Dark
A severe thunderstorm watch active until 1 p.m. Wednesday threatens Chicago’s south suburbs with damaging winds and heavy rain, while over 142,000 residents…
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Derecho Hits Chicago with 100‑Mph Winds
A catastrophic derecho struck Chicago on August 11, 2026, with 100‑mph straight‑line winds and multiple tornado spin‑ups, extending from Iowa to Kentucky.
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Chicago Area Sets Record with 69 Tornadoes in 2026
The National Weather Service reports a record 69 tornadoes in the Chicago area for 2026, surpassing all previous years. At least three of those tornadoes…
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Illinois Maintains Existing Child Vaccine Schedule After Trump Order
Illinois officials confirmed on August 11, 2026 that the state will keep its current childhood vaccine schedule, rejecting President Trump's executive order…
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Illinois Nears National Record for Tornadoes in 2026
Illinois is approaching a national record for tornadoes in 2026, with National Weather Service crews and state officials conducting extensive damage surveys…
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Storms Leave Over 500,000 Without Power in Chicago, Indiana
Severe storms on Aug. 11 knocked out power for more than 500,000 customers in Chicago and northwest Indiana, affecting ComEd and NIPSCO. After initial repairs,…
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Chicago Man Charged with DUI After Fatal Hit‑And‑Run
A Chicago man was charged with DUI after a hit‑and‑run on the North Side killed a 25‑year‑old woman, adding to the city’s recent push to prosecute…
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Chicago’s Last Military Surplus Store Celebrates 80 Years
A family‑run military surplus shop in Lakeview celebrates 80 years as Chicago’s only remaining store of its kind, serving collectors, film crews and seasonal…