Extreme cold leads to water main breaks around Chicago area
Experts said obviously, the temperature plays a big role in water main breaks — but a lot of it has to do with the material of which the pipe is made, and the age of the pipe.
Chicago's Dangerous Cold Weather Is 'Astonishing' Break From History
Chicago is experiencing dangerous cold weather with "astonishing" temperatures, as wind chills plunge as low as -23°F, posing significant risks to residents, according to a pricing culture analysis provided to Newsweek.
Extreme cold warning issued for parts of Chicago area; wind chills as low as -30
Arctic cold gripped the entire Chicago area Tuesday morning, with "feels-like" temperatures near -30 degrees as extreme cold warnings and cold advisories swept across the region.
Cold weather advisory with dangerous wind chills in effect for Chicago area
National Weather Service officials issued a cold weather advisory in effect until 2 p.m. Tuesday for portions of central, east central and northeast Illinois as well as northwest Indiana.
Chicago-area schools announce closures amid extreme cold
Several Chicago-area schools have announced closures tomorrow as dangerously cold temperatures grip the region.
Here's which schools are closed or on a delay as extreme cold continues Wednesday
Frigid temperatures will complicate the commute for Indianapolis' students. Here's how schools are reacting to the extreme cold.
Dangerous cold prompts school closings throughout Southeast Michigan
Dangerously cold temperatures have prompted hundreds of school districts across Southeast Michigan to close for Tuesday, with some also announcing closures for Wednesday. A cold weather advisory is in effect through Wednesday across the region.
Chicago emergency closings: How to see if your school, office or daycare is closed due to cold
As an extreme cold warning with wind chills of -30 degrees descend across the Chicago area, more than 100 schools, colleges, daycares and even some businesses and local governments have announced closures Tuesday due to the dangerous cold.
West Michigan schools closed Wednesday, Jan. 22 due to extreme cold
After every public school district in West Michigan cancelled school on Tuesday, Jan. 21 due to severe weather and extreme cold, over 50 West Michigan school districts will remain closed on Wednesday,
Chicago area schools announce closings, e-learning for Tuesday due to cold weather
Some Chicago area schools have announced either closures or moves to e-learning for Tuesday as the dangerous cold weather is expected to last through mid-week. Cold weather advisories remain in effect until 2 p.
How cold does it have to be to cancel school? Oklahoma school officials weigh in
There isn’t a direct temperature or weather benchmark that school systems use to decide when to close the doors, but several factors do play a role.
Arctic cold continues Tuesday in Chicago with below-zero wind chills
The arctic air will persist through at least Wednesday morning. Early Tuesday morning, wind chill readings ranged from -20 to ...
Chicago weather: Deep freeze brings wind chills as low as -35 on Tuesday
Both Monday and Tuesday are non-attendance days for Chicago Public Schools students. The weather is also keeping mechanics busy. The owner of Wells Automotive Service Frank Guske said the low tire ...
Cold weather advisory extended in Chicago area as bitterly frigid temps continue
A cold weather advisory has been extended across the entire Chicago area, with warmer temperatures slowly creeping into the forecast.
Firefighters face challenges battling multiple blazes in extreme cold in Chicago area
The American Red Cross and the Salvation Army have been working overtime to help those displaced by fires amid the cold snap.
WBEZ1h
Despite reports of Tuesday immigration raid, Chicago was quiet on Trump’s first full day in office
Activists monitoring for immigration arrests said they had seen no activity, but the threat of deportations continues and the ...
WTTW3h
Chicago Warming Centers: 190 Places to Escape the Cold This Winter
From public libraries to community centers, the city of Chicago offers more than 190 public facilities where anyone can go to ...
Animal Care and Control focuses on strays in bone-chilling cold
CHICAGO — Animal Care & Control was under emergency operations during Tuesday’s dangerously cold weather, declining owner-surrendered animals and focusing only on picking up strays. Spokesman Armanda ...
Extreme cold that has settled in Chicago is linked to climate change, experts emphasize
While everyone feels the cold, an expert said that feeling is doing more to our bodies — with concerns to be aware of beyond ...