Articles filed under Winter Weather
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Cold, snow could make evening commute a rough oneJan 11, 2016 12:00 am - Snow has started falling in the suburbs, with about one inch expected to fall today, the National Weather Service is reporting. Winds gusting to 30 mph might cause blowi...
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Winter storm advisory canceledJan 09, 2016 12:00 am - A winter weather advisory has been canceled for the suburbs, but bitter cold air will make for a chilly Sunday. Forecasters earlier Saturday warned the storm could bring...
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Lake effect snow showers should taper off this afternoonJan 04, 2016 12:00 am - Lake effect snow showers should continue through the morning, before tapering off in the afternoon, the National Weather Service is reporting. The snow could be heavy at...
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Breaking news (not!): Winter is hereDec 30, 2015 12:00 am - Winter is here. After an unusually warm start, we can expect to see more normal winter conditions in the coming days. This morning, snow blanketed the area, causing a me...
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United plane skids on runway at O'HareDec 30, 2015 12:00 am - The FAA is investigating the circumstances that caused a United Airlines Boeing 737-900 from Seattle with 170 aboard to skid on a snowy runway at O'Hare International Ai...
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Winter storms, minor flooding expected for suburbsDec 28, 2015 12:00 am - The National Weather Service has issued warnings for winter storms heading for the suburbs Monday. Freezing rain and sleet are expected to begin at 6 a.m. Monday in seve...
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Long sleet storm causes accidents, flight delaysDec 27, 2015 12:00 am - Sleet and snow made for a miserable Monday, with a storm that lasted several hours longer than initially anticipated. Kane County sheriff's Lt. Patrick Gengler said the ...
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Prospect Heights extends branch pickup a second timeDec 11, 2015 12:00 am - For the second week in a row, the city of Prospect Heights has extended the time it will collect limbs and branches left behind by November's big snowstorm. The city sa...
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Snow likely to slow your morning commuteDec 01, 2015 12:00 am - Slick and snowy conditions are greeting motorists across the suburbs, the National Weather Service is reporting. Less than an inch of snow is reported as of 6 a.m., offi...
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Constable: Why do gas cans make it so hard to fuel snowblowers?Nov 24, 2015 4:00 am - The first snowfall of the year brings about a suburban tradition that dates back to the time of the first cul-de-sac. Our ritual revolves around the sacred vessel we use...