Illinois in a State of Change: essential severe weather survival tips every resident needs to know
As severe weather continues to affect communities across the Prairie State, knowing what to do is key.
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Illinois took the brunt of tornado season this year, as fewer storms touch down in Tornado Alley
Illinois leads the nation in number of tornadoes in 2026, following a trend of less tornadoes touching down in Tornado Alley and more occurring in the eastern Midwest.
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Storms expected today, chillier temperatures coming this weekend
A few strong to severe storms are expected today.
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A ‘super El Niño’ is on the way. What that means for fall and winter weather in the central U.S.
Warmer-than-normal-temperatures in the Pacific Ocean are driving what could be the strongest El Niño on record. Here’s how that’s likely to impact weather across the central U.S this year.
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Heat wave continues in Central Illinois ahead of Labor Day weekend
The National Weather Service said conditions are dangerously hot, and that it could feel like 105 degrees.
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Pritzker signs disaster proclamation to aid Illinois communities in storm cleanup efforts
The relief will be available to 15 counties after recent severe and record-breaking storms.
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Flood Watch issued for Central Illinois
The Flood Watch begins at 1 p.m. Wednesday and will continue until 1 a.m. Thursday.
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Central Illinois under Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Hail, damaging wind gusts, and heavy rainfall are expected.
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Tornado spotted and wind damage reported in central and southeast Illinois
For Breaking Weather Updates, tune to WILL-AM 580, Illinois Classical FM 90.9, and Illinois Soul FM 101.1.
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Dangerous air continues in central Illinois on Monday, strong to severe storms tonight
An air quality alert is in effect for central, southeast, and northern Illinois.
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Extreme Heat Warning issued for Illinois
Hot and humid weather will dominate the area for the next several days.
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Meteorologist Ed Kieser returns to Illinois Public Media to team up with Andrew Pritchard on weather and severe storm coverage
Illinois Public Media Meteorologists Ed Kieser and Andrew Pritchard are working to provide forecasts and breaking weather.
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Network of climate stations provide critical data, enable real-time decisions during severe weather
The Illinois Climate Network collects data that helps experts and communities make real time decisions during severe weather events.
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Natl. Weather Service: At least two tornadoes caused dozens of miles of destruction
Meteorologists say an EF3 tornado with peak winds of 145 miles per hour tore a 24 mile path of destruction through Effingham County.
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Coles County tornado leaves Charleston residents without power, damaging trees and homes
Thousands of residents were left without power following severe weather, including tornadoes, that touched down in Coles County Wednesday night.
