Winter Storm Warning: Multiple inches of snow in Chicago area disrupts holiday travel

A Winter Storm Warning is in effect in the Chicago area until Sunday morning. A snowstorm is expected to bring up to 8 inches in some areas.

Chicago and suburbs prepare to keep roads clear for holiday weekend travelers as snowstorm approaches

With the Chicago area in the path of a major snowstorm hitting on a busy holiday weekend, officials across the city and suburbs are preparing to keep the roads as clear as possible for travelers following the Thanksgiving holiday.

From Christmas markets to tree lightings, 5 iconic Chicago holiday events kick off this weekend

"The City of Chicago’s holiday and winter season events ramp up in the city this weekend with gatherings and increased traffic and travel throughout the city," The Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications said in a release, adding that motorists, residents and visitors should be aware of increased crowds.

Chicago weather: Winter Storm Watch to go into effect for weekend with snow storm forecast

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch, which is set to go into effect for the Chicago area at 3 a.m. Saturday and remain in effect until 6 a.m. Sunday.

Christmas tree lots in Chicago prepare for heavy snow and customers: ‘When it snows, they feel more Christmasy’

Forecasters are anticipating a winter storm to begin late Friday, with snow expected to fall up to an inch per hour into Saturday.
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Chicago Weather: Snowfall tapers off leaving cloudy, cold conditions

Fox 32 Meteorologist Mark Strehl has the forecast for Nov. 30, 2025.
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