High winds created a new challenge for crews trying to clean up from Tuesday’s deadly tornado in Kankakee County. Randy Gyllenhaal reports.

A California mother received a stunning diagnosis that had her lining up her affairs. As Alex Maragos reports, two Chicago connections turned her story around, leading to a bond that will never fade ...

Though a local will be quick to tell you the Windy City title doesn't stem from Chicago's weather, nonetheless, Friday's gusts lived up to the name.

The wind caused some serious issues at the Chicago’s airports, including 1,000 flight delays at O’Hare. Vi Nguyen reports.

A Jefferson Park woman is using her own money to make emergency kits for women experiencing a crisis. NBC Chicago's Regina Waldroup reports.

As Election Day nears, voters are seeing a flood of political ads – many supported by super PACs. Rose Schmidt explains what’s driving the interest in Illinois.

With both severe weather and snow possible later this weekend, NBC 5 Storm Team Meteorologist Kevin Jeanes shares what you can expect.

Meet Reggae, a 32-year-old seal at the New England Aquarium who’s going viral for his love of rubber duckies.

A local health council voted on how to distribute HIV prevention funds, a decision advocates said could affect prevention programs across the city. Maria Berrelleza reports.

For some members of Chicago’s Jewish community, the recent attack on a Michigan Temple’s preschool has revived fears an attack could happen locally, prompting renewed calls for enhanced protections.

Also, for the first time, doctors are advised to test for two biomarkers in the blood that have been linked to increased risks of heart disease.

Trees, power lines and even roofs proved to be no match for the wind on Friday. Courtney Sisk reports.