These are special lakes, providing a habitat for migrating waterfowl, including the mysterious common loon with its deep red eye, black head, black-and-white patterned neck and back, and white ...

A round of fast-moving severe thunderstorms plowed through the Chicago area Sunday afternoon, producing hurricane-force winds ...

“The northern parts of the state are windier than the southern parts of the state and that pretty much holds true for winter, ...

A tornado watch was issued for part of the Chicagoland area as forecasters say strong to severe thunderstorms could bring damaging winds and tornadoes Sunday afternoon.