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Tornado kills scores in Kentucky, other states: See drone footage of destruction
Dec 11, 2021 3:41 PM - A monstrous tornado killed dozens of people in Kentucky and the toll was climbing Saturday after severe weather ripped through at least five states, including Illinois, leaving widespread devastation.
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Storms rip through Arkansas nursing home, Illinois warehouse
Dec 11, 2021 12:03 AM - At least two people were killed Friday night when a reported tornado ripped through an Arkansas nursing home, and emergency crews in southern Illinois were also responding to reports of injuries at an Amazon warehouse after a roof collapsed amid storms there. -
Severe weather possible for suburbs this afternoon
Oct 11, 2021 8:23 AM - Meteorologists are warning of potential severe weather later this afternoon that could bring high winds, hail and possibly tornadoes. -
Grayslake to purchase, preserve green space near downtown to avoid further flood damage
Sep 24, 2021 6:13 PM - In an effort to avoid flooding near downtown, Grayslake leaders are working to purchase and preserve 18 acres of open space in the coming weeks. Village trustees took a step in that direction this week by approving a $16,900 contract to demolish the old building at 463 Center Street across from the Dog n Suds Drive-In. -
Threat of gusty winds, thunderstorms this afternoonSep 7, 2021 9:44 AM - Storms with damaging winds and hail could move into the area between noon and 8 p.m., with gusty winds of 35-40 mph outside of storms expected after 10 a.m.
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More suburban firefighters deploying to Louisiana after Hurricane Ida
Sep 6, 2021 2:40 PM - As one specialized team of Illinois firefighters headed home from hurricane-ravaged Louisiana on Monday, another group prepared for deployment. -
Hurricane Ida traps Louisianans, leaves electrical grid a shambles
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Crews search for missing in Tennessee deluge that killed 22
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Loan deadline approaching for DuPage tornado victimsAug 15, 2021 3:26 PM - Businesses, nonprofits, homeowners and renters affected by the tornado that swept through DuPage County this summer are encouraged to apply for physical damage disaster loans as soon as possible ahead of the Sept. 14 deadline.
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Gurnee to offer special storm-related brush cleanup starting MondayAug 15, 2021 3:25 PM - Gurnee Public Works crews will be out to collect and dispose of large branches downed during the recent storms starting Monday morning.
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