I-196 reopens after 100-car pileup in Ottawa County
More than 100 cars were involved in a pileup on I-196 in Zeeland Township on Monday morning in West Michigan.
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More than 100 cars were involved in a pileup on I-196 in Zeeland Township on Monday morning in West Michigan.
Illinois has certainly never been referred to as the sunshine state – but why is Chicago so cloudy, especially during the wintertime?
Chicago weather Wednesday morning took a sudden turn for the worst, and a Snow Squall Warning was issued. But what is a snow squall?
Following Chicago's coldest and snowiest start to meteorological winter since 2016, warmer weather is settling in temporarily this week.
Chicago started the last Monday morning of 2025 with nasty wind and snow.
Cancellations and delays were a problem Monday morning at O'Hare International Airport.
Heating costs are up and temperatures are down, but there are things you can do to make sure you stay warm without breaking the bank this winter.
Even in the dangerous cold, it can't freeze the holiday spirit or that true Chicago winter grit.
Chicago weather this weekend will be frigid, with wind chills pushing temperatures below zero into the double digits.
As the cold Chicago winter begins and households start staring down rising heating bills, ComEd is launching a new discount for people with qualifying household income to help with their electricity costs.
Have you ever stepped outside on a frigid, quiet morning and heard sounds emanating from somewhere far away? It's not your imagination — cold air really does carry sound farther.
Even with plummeting temperatures, some things can be done ahead of time to avoid troubles come Thursday morning.
The opening days of December it may be, but it feels like midwinter in Chicago, with record snowfall in the past week and even colder temperatures on the way.
The opening days of December it may be, but it feels like midwinter in Chicago, with record snowfall in the past week and even colder temperatures on the way. Tara Molina reports.
It won't be nearly as severe as the winter storm that clobbered the Chicago area over the weekend, but more snow is coming Monday afternoon, and it has warranted a Winter Weather Advisory.
Thanksgiving weekend is over, but people are still traveling, and the Monday afternoon snow could make it all worse.
Thanksgiving weekend is over, but people are still traveling, and the Monday afternoon snow could make it all worse. Darius Johnson reports from O'Hare International Airport.
Accumulating lake effect snow now looks more likely near lake Michigan Sunday night into Monday morning, which could pose a problem for Monday morning commuters in Chicago and northwest Indiana.
All you need to produce some of the largest snow events on record is cold wind blowing over warm water.
A strong cold front and developing storm system will likely lead to the first wet snowflakes of the season in the Chicago area this weekend.
The 2025-2026 Chicago winter could be the city's coldest and snowiest in years, all thanks to a weather phenomenon thousands of miles away called "The Blob."
This winter outlook is influenced by the potential development of a La Niña pattern, which occurs when cooler-than-average sea surface temperatures are observed in the eastern Pacific Ocean near the equator.
Bitterly cold conditions are in place again Tuesday morning.
A ground delay have been issued at Chicago O'Hare Airport for Wednesday afternoon amid an anticipated winter storm and the expected accumulating snow totals.
Widespread snowfall totaling 4 to 6 inches is expected through Wednesday, with isolated higher amounts along the North Shore.
City leaders and first responders will hold a press conference Monday morning to inform people how to stay cool and safe during the extreme heat.
The new flag is inspired by the "Skokie Spirit" stained glass at the village hall.
Jacob Webb (3-2) got the win with a scoreless ninth. Wicks notched his first save of the season.
Miguel Vargas homered and doubled for the White Sox (43-39), who fell to 17-10 in one-run games.
Las Vegas is 4-1 in its last five games.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker held a ceremony for the signing of three bills to strengthen protections for LGBTQ+ Illinoisans on Sunday morning.
Fourteen new laws will go into effect in Illinois on July 1, 2026.
Prediction market Kalshi sued Illinois on Tuesday, seeking to block new taxes and license requirements set to take effect July 1.
The U.S. military says it hit Iranian targets over Iran's drone attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first American strikes on Iran since the two countries formally agreed to extend a ceasefire last week.
Led by Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey, a group of Senate Democrats suggested the Justice Department violated its internal policies with the creation of the "anti-weaponization" fund.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday signed several new consumer protections into law, including a ban on junk fees.
CBS News Chicago has learned that Illinois home insurance premiums are not only higher than the nation's average, but going up faster too.
As an alternative to legalizing video gambling terminals citywide, Bally's offered to open slot machine lounges at O'Hare and Midway, saying the move would replace the $6.8 million the city budgeted from VGTs.
An Illinois law banning "swipe fees" on taxes and tips — already delayed twice by lawmakers — appears to be on life support after a federal judge that once permitted it issued a permanent injunction against it this week.
A new study from the Cook County Treasurer's office underlines growing concerns about the impact the Illinois megaprojects bill could have on the county's property tax base and overall fiscal health.
The north Chicago suburb of Glenview became the latest Illinois municipality this week to confirm mosquitoes testing positive for the West Nile virus this year.
Environmental and community groups are suing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for failing to act on a petition challenging U.S. Steel Gary Works operating permit renewal.
In the four years since Roe v. Wade was overturned and Illinois became a destination for abortion care, Illinois providers and advocates have rebuilt the state's infrastructure to support the tens of thousands of people who travel to the state for abortion services every year.
June is National Aphasia Awareness Month, raising awareness of a disorder that affects a person's ability to speak, write, and understand both spoken and written language.
The Chicago Department of Public Health issued a warning Tuesday about a possible measles exposure at O'Hare International Airport.
The Chicago Bears this weekend said they are assessing land at Wolf Lake Terminals in Hammond, Indiana, for a possible new stadium.
As an alternative to legalizing video gambling terminals citywide, Bally's offered to open slot machine lounges at O'Hare and Midway, saying the move would replace the $6.8 million the city budgeted from VGTs.
Daley's Restaurant, known as Chicago's oldest, has served Chicago's Woodlawn neighborhood for more than 130 years.
Walgreens is set to close in Chicago's Chatham neighborhood on Thursday, and there's growing concern about where families will get their medications.
The owners of Gene & Georgetti steakhouse are suing a concessions operator over their expansion at Midway International Airport.
Lionel Richie's Chicago concert at the United Center has been postponed after the singer became sick at his tour opener in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Legendary musician Lionel Richie had to cut his performance short Wednesday night in St. Paul, Minnesota, leaving fans with many questions.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening. An investigation into the crash is underway.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
According to the village's website, the board adopted a new village seal in March 2025, replacing the one used since the 1940s. The old flag still uses that seal.
Dozens of people packed into Bunena Park's Saint Mary of the Lake Parish to pray for those who've lost loved ones in the devastating earthquake and those who are still missing.
Police said one of the victims suffered life-threatening injuries and is still in the hospital. The victim's ages and genders were not released.
Meteorologist Kylee Miller has the latest in First Alert Weather.
The two countries have spent this weekend exchanging missile and drone strikes, with Iran targeting two U.S. allies.
City leaders and first responders will hold a press conference Monday morning to inform people how to stay cool and safe during the extreme heat.
Officers found three people who had been hit by a vehicle, who had left the scene before they arrived.
The new flag is inspired by the "Skokie Spirit" stained glass at the village hall.
Hundreds of thousands lined Halsted Street, Belmont Avenue, Broadway, and Diversey Parkway on Sunday for the Chicago Pride Parade.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker held a ceremony for the signing of three bills to strengthen protections for LGBTQ+ Illinoisans on Sunday morning.
An Uber driver who was assaulted during a ride said he begged Chicago police officers not once but twice for help, but was left to fend for himself.
CBS News Chicago has learned that Illinois home insurance premiums are not only higher than the nation's average, but going up faster too.
The Cook County Sheriff's Office has been a part of Illinois' enhanced CTA security plan and state-led task force dedicated to making it safe since the end of March. Their officers have worked more than 4,000 hours a month.
A rideshare driver was shot in Chicago's North Lawndale neighborhood on Monday night.
After a violent holiday weekend, Chicago city leaders are expected to announce new support for a dedicated Department of Gun Violence Prevention.
Jacob Webb (3-2) got the win with a scoreless ninth. Wicks notched his first save of the season.
Miguel Vargas homered and doubled for the White Sox (43-39), who fell to 17-10 in one-run games.
Las Vegas is 4-1 in its last five games.
The Chicago Bears this weekend said they are assessing land at Wolf Lake Terminals in Hammond, Indiana, for a possible new stadium.
Seiya Suzuki and Michael Conforto also homered for the Cubs, who moved 6 1/2 games behind the NL Central-leading Brewers, who had won the first four meetings between the teams this season.
Chicago police this weekend were warning people about a string of robberies on the city's South Side.
A man was shot and wounded early Sunday in Chicago's West Ridge community.
A man was left in critical condition after being shot while walking in Chicago's River North district early Sunday morning.
A 20-year-old Chicago man is accused of being the administrator of a Signal messaging group that was allegedly planning a terrorist attack on the UFC event at the White House.
Two people are dead after they were found shot behind a residential building in the Dunning community on Chicago's Northwest Side Thursday afternoon.
