A tornado warning has been issued for southeast La Salle County and northwest Livingston County as a severe storm moves toward Streator.

Residents should look out for large size hail and wind speeds gusting up to 75 mph, the National Weather Service said.

A Crest Hill man has been paroled after spending six months in prison and already receiving credit for 14 months in jail for the 2024 reckless homicide of a Joliet couple.

A tornado watch means weather conditions in the area could result in tornadoes.

The severe weather forecast for the region has led school districts in the Joliet area to cancel after-school programs.

Storms are expected to develop in the late afternoon and there is a flash flood watch through 3 a.m. Wednesday.

All students and guests will be required to leave campus by 4:30 p.m.

Parts of northern Illinois now face a heightened risk of dangerous severe weather Tuesday afternoon and evening, with forecasters warning that strong to intense tornadoes may be possible.

Groups of local activists will take to the streets this month in a display of solidarity to mark the latest “No Kings” protest in DeKalb, featuring music, food, a march, and more, according to a news release.