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08/12/2026
Footage from the scene showed damaged gutters, debris on the ground and pieces of wood hanging from dog kennels.
08/11/2026
Whisenant, known in the climbing community for his speed ascents in Yosemite National Park, fell while climbing in the mountains of California.
Jake Whisenant, record-setting speed climber, dies at 30 in climbing accident
08/11/2026
UPDATE: At least two tornadoes touched down when destructive storms tore through the Chicago area today, the National Weather Service says.
At least 2 tornadoes touched down in Tuesday's intense storms: NWS
08/11/2026
Reports of an explosion were also made, however authorities said they could not immediately confirm that information and are continuing to investigate.
House leveled in NW Indiana after deadly fire, possible explosion during 'catastrophic' storms
BREAKING: One person was killed in a explosion in Portage, Indiana, police have just confirmed. We are still working to confirm what caused the explosion and whether it was tied to the severe weather that swept through the area earlier today.
Part of the roof of a suburban animal hospital ripped off during severe storms on Tuesday. Debris was seen scattered around Midwest Animal Hospital in Orland Park. The staff told Telemundo Chicago that their daycare will be closed at least through the end of the week.
08/11/2026
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District's McCook Reservoir reached 97% capacity this afternoon.
Suburban reservoir approaches capacity after rounds of heavy rain
08/11/2026
Animal services arrived to retrieve the venomous snake, placing it into a tote bag and relocating it to a nearby river.
Arkansas high school football player finds deadly snake in his helmet while he practiced for an hour
Aerial video shows damage to the Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre in Tinley Park amphitheatre after destructive storms swept through the area. Our Sky 5 helicopter captured the aftermath.
Video shows the moments after massive flames erupted from a south suburban house fire sparked by a power line that was blown down during intense storms.
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