How National Weather Service staffing shortages are already making weather forecasts worse
Many NWS offices are now short-staffed, following recent Department of Government Efficiency-ordered staff cuts and voluntary early retirements.
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Many NWS offices are now short-staffed, following recent Department of Government Efficiency-ordered staff cuts and voluntary early retirements.
CBS News Chicago found that scaled-back services are already making weather forecasts from your phone to your television less accurate. Meteorologist David Yeomans reports.
The NWS says warnings will only go out in English.
At least six tornadoes hit the Chicago area and Northwest Indiana as severe storms moved through the area Wedneday evening, National Weather Service officials confirmed on Thursday.
A line of severe thunderstorms racing across the Midwest could bring destructive winds over 70mph to Chicago and the Southwest Suburbs late Friday night, along with a chance of some tornadoes.
Some 880 employees of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration were laid off on Thursday, a congressional source told CBS News.
For the Chicago area, the outlook shows the potential for a wetter-than-normal winter with average temperatures expected.
Ernesto regained hurricane strength on Sunday, forecasters said, and will continue to bring "life-threatening surf and rip current conditions" to the U.S. East Coast.
Lauren Victory reports it happened during severe storms Monday night. The National Weather Service reported at least 10 tornadoes on the ground as dangerous storms hit the Chicago area and Northwest Indiana.
Ramon joined with the National Weather Service to deliver the seminar at the Westmont Fire & Police Facility.
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon talks to Mike Mardou with the National Weather Service about the importance of severe weather strategic planning and how local communities can stay safe.
The NWS training will cover severe weather hazards – including thunderstorms and tornadoes, safety concerns, and planning for and anticipating severe thunderstorms
Prepping for winter here takes a comprehensive plan, and that’s exactly what the city is putting together. As CBS 2’s Tara Molina reports, we aren’t just talking about clearing roads and keeping people warm.
Idalia made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane over the Big Bend region of Florida, before continuing along its path toward Georgia and the Carolinas.
The tornado touched down in Warrenville and moved through Wheaton before lifting in Glen Ellyn.
The NWS confirmed multiple tornados touched down with winds upwards of 85 mph.
There were at least seven confirmed tornados on Wednesday in the Chicago area. On Thursday, the National Weather Service dispatched crews to survey the damage left behind from the dangerous winds, like in one path through a field in Elgin, to figure out just how severe those storms were.
The amount of rain in Berwyn totaled 8.96 inches.
The 22 tornados that touched down in northern Illinois and northwest Indiana on March 31 helped the U.S. break a record for tornados between January and March.
CBS 2’s Jackie Kostek dug in Tuesday to find out to who bears responsibility and what can be learned.
CBS 2's Jackie Kostek dug in Tuesday to find out to who bears responsibility and what can be learned.
All three were EF-0 tornadoes.
Severe weather caused damage in parts of the Chicago area Saturday night.
How much snow did you get on Thursday?
A long and dreary stream of steady rain from Sunday into Monday brought 1 to 4 inches of rain to the Chicago area.
Christopher Roldan is betting big on the Loop. He just opened Momento in the old Carson Pirie Scott complex at Wabash Avenue and Monroe Street.
The visible injuries on Kady Grass' face only scratched the surface of her pain.
The State of Illinois opened the shelter and was paying for it, with plans to close the shelter on June 1. But now, those plans have apparently changed.
The last-place White Sox wasted a sharp performance by Davis Martin in their fifth consecutive loss.
Jesús Sánchez hit a leadoff homer and a game-ending triple, finishing with three hits and four RBIs as the Miami Marlins came back to beat the Chicago Cubs 8-7.
The State of Illinois opened the shelter and was paying for it, with plans to close the shelter on June 1. But now, those plans have apparently changed.
Underwood explained her decision on CNN Monday afternoon.
The Department of Justice sent a letter to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's Office to inform him they've opened an investigation into the city's hiring practices.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem moved to revoke the Temporary Protected Status program, or TPS, for Venezuelans in February.
Former President Joe Biden expressed his gratitude Monday for an outpouring of support after his office announced he had been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer a day earlier.
Sara Hovey and her husband were paying for a mortgage, rent and a litigation attorney, who apparently told her she should have been protected.
Thomas McPeek placed stacks and stacks of bets last year — complicated wagers on football called parlays, where several events all have to happen for the gambler to win.
Back in February, Heather Radin had planned to give only $10 to someone she thought was really in need. She is out $5,000.
The iconic Chicago chain known for its hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches launched its brand new breakfast offerings in five restaurants Tuesday morning.
The application website is expected to open this summer.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker even singled out Mike Baker of Schaumburg for his efforts.
Salud was the only group in Chicago to receive grant money, and the group held an event full of art, music, and conversations about mental health Thursday night.
Northwestern has unveiled a new biomedical device to help new parents track breastfeeding and ensure their baby is getting enough to eat.
Ticks can be dangerous, and there are reports that this is shaping up to be an especially bad year for the parasitic arachnids.
Cornelia Tischmacher's lungs were failing because of advanced cancer. Everything changed with a double lung transplant.
Christopher Roldan is betting big on the Loop. He just opened Momento in the old Carson Pirie Scott complex at Wabash Avenue and Monroe Street.
The restaurant was recommended to Jay-Z by word of mouth. He specifically asked for short ribs and pound cake.
The new Foxtrot location will open Thursday at 935 W. Webster Ave. — at the southwest corner of the intersection with Bissell Street.
In their college entrepreneurship class, seniors Lexi Kuzak and Neve Pomis and junior Molly Beyna invented a product that solves a common problem.
No Illinois industry does more business with China than the agricultural sector.
Netflix will stream a new season of Sesame Street, the beloved children's program, and make previous episodes available.
The restaurant was recommended to Jay-Z by word of mouth. He specifically asked for short ribs and pound cake.
The show was supposed to start at 7 p.m.
The recent surprise visit from the Chicago Sinfonietta was inspired by the recent naming of the Shedd's new beluga calf, Opus.
The growth and evolution of downtown Aurora is in large part anchored by performing arts entertainment venues, the City of Aurora noted.
You may have seen Naill Harbison’s social media posts about saving street dogs in Thailand, and how that work saved him from alcohol and depression.
Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Monday, May 19, 2025.
But the departure of McDonald's locations and other restaurants downtown don't mean new business aren’t giving it a shot. Lauren Victory reports.
Biden did not undergo a prostate cancer screening during his last medical checkup. Experts say this is likely because these screenings are not routinely recommended for men 70 and older.
Kady Grass said she was attacked, bloodied, and bruised at her hometown McDonald’s because she is gay. Sara Machi reports.
The Department of Justice sent a letter to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's Office to inform him they've opened an investigation into the city's hiring practices.
The State of Illinois opened the shelter and was paying for it, with plans to close the shelter on June 1. But now, those plans have apparently changed.
The visible injuries on Kady Grass' face only scratched the surface of her pain.
The Chicago Department of Aviation did not address how the driver was able to get onto the tarmac.
Christopher Roldan is betting big on the Loop. He just opened Momento in the old Carson Pirie Scott complex at Wabash Avenue and Monroe Street.
Extensive delays in making an Illinois state mental health facility ligature-free played a role in the death by suicide of 19-year-old patient Anthony Stringfellow Jr.
A new playground in Chicago's West Pullman neighborhood can capture more than 300,000 gallons of water — which won't flood homes or streets in the community.
The retailer claims he is a victim of SNAP fraud after a rash of bad reviews from theft victims.
The task force addressed its progress for the first time this week, nearly a year after the formation of the unit was first announced.
The lawsuit accuses Chicago Police of using excessive force on children.
The last-place White Sox wasted a sharp performance by Davis Martin in their fifth consecutive loss.
Jesús Sánchez hit a leadoff homer and a game-ending triple, finishing with three hits and four RBIs as the Miami Marlins came back to beat the Chicago Cubs 8-7.
The White Sox will commemorate Pope Leo XIV attending one of the 2005 World Series games with a graphic installation in the section where he sat.
It is a challenge just to score a single goal against Trevians — let alone find a way to actually beat them.
The league said: "The WNBA strongly condemns racism, hate, and discrimination in all forms — they have no place in our league or in society."
A shattered window and crime scene tape were seen surrounding Momty's Grill, at 9 E. 111th St.
Police said Llovana Torres, 26, was charged with a felony count of aggravated battery of a child under the age of 13.
The victim was hit in the neck and abdomen and was taken to Comer Children's Hospital, where he died.
A 26-year-old woman stabbed the boy in the abdomen. He was hospitalized in fair condition.
The ages of the victims range from 15 to 54.
