SEVERE WEATHER

Jun 15 2026WEATHER

Tornado Chaos Hits Illinois and Indiana

A powerful storm swept through the Chicago region, sparking at least 17 tornadoes across Illinois and Indiana. The National Weather Service confirmed the latest twisters on Sunday, adding six new storms to those already documented from Thursday’s intense weather front. One of the newer tornadoes str

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Jun 15 2026WEATHER

Storm alert: Windy skies ahead in the Lowcountry

A fast-moving storm system is rolling through South Carolina this afternoon, packing wind gusts that could reach 60 miles per hour. The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning covering much of the Lowcountry, including Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester, Beaufort, and Colleto

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Jun 15 2026WEATHER

Storm Alert: What to Know About Today's Thunderstorm Watch

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for Sterling, Virginia and nearby areas until 11 PM tonight. The National Weather Service expects storms with strong winds and hail, and there’s a small chance of tornadoes. While warnings like this don’t guarantee disaster, they mean conditions are right for

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Jun 14 2026ART

Storm Hits Omaha Art Fair, Vendors Left Scrambling

Heavy rain and gusty winds struck an art fair in Omaha, leaving vendors with ruined displays and damaged artwork. The event was already bustling when the weather turned chaotic, forcing organizers to halt activities mid‑day. Many sellers had spent weeks preparing their pieces for the crowd. After t

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Jun 14 2026WEATHER

Storm Hits Annapolis, City Works to Restore Power and Clean Up

Annapolis was hit by strong storms late Friday. Two families had to leave their homes after trees fell on them, but nobody was hurt. The city sent crews to look at damage and clear fallen trees from streets. They worked all night and will keep working with the power company, BGE. BGE said that

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Jun 13 2026WEATHER

Dangerous heat and storms return to DC after deadly tree incidents

After violent storms toppled trees and killed two women in Maryland, Washington D. C. and nearby areas now face another round of extreme weather. Friday brings soaring temperatures hitting the mid-90s with oppressive humidity making it feel closer to 100-108 degrees. Meteorologists warn that later i

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Jun 12 2026WEATHER

Mumford & Sons Wrigley show on hold as storms loom

Weather worries forced a last-minute delay for the Mumford & Sons gig at Wrigley Field. Instead of letting fans in at 5 p. m. for a 6:30 p. m. start, the gates stayed shut while organisers kept an eye on incoming storms. The National Weather Service had flagged 51 counties in northern Illinois, incl

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Jun 11 2026WEATHER

Thunderstorm Chaos Delays Flights at O’Hare

A long line of strong storms is heading toward Chicago, stretching from Wisconsin into central Illinois. The approaching weather brings heavy rain and strong gusty winds that threaten the city’s air traffic. Because of this danger, the FAA has issued a ground stop at O’Hare International Airport.

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Jun 11 2026WEATHER

Storms roll into Chicago as summer heat cranks up the danger

A fast-moving storm front is set to slash through the Chicago area starting Wednesday afternoon, bringing heavy rain pockets and gusty winds that could knock over weak structures. The National Weather Service has flagged the entire metro zone, though the worst punch—up to three-quarter-inch rainfall

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Jun 10 2026WEATHER

Severe weather warning: Chicago braces for risky storms

The Chicago region is in line for a serious weather shift this week. After some calm Tuesday evening storms, Wednesday and Thursday turn far stormier. Northern Illinois sits under the National Storm Prediction Center’s "enhanced" threat level, meaning damaging winds over 70 mph, large hail, and poss

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