Sterling’s snow emergency will begin at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6. Rock Falls' snow emergency will begin at 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, and run until 6 a.m. Monday, Dec. 8.

A fast-moving clipper system is expected to spread a swath of accumulating snow across northern Illinois late Saturday evening through early Sunday

The more impactful weather arrives Saturday night into Sunday, when the first in a parade of Alberta Clippers moves through and brings 1-3 inches of snow

In response to an extreme cold advisory, the city of Batavia opened a temporary warming center until noon on Friday, Dec. 5 at the police station, 100 N. Island Ave.

Due to the clash of seasons, Kankakee's Department of Public Works will extend its leaf pickup timeline.

While the main headline is the cold, forecasters are also tracking several chances for light snow starting Friday

After Jan. 1, Kankakee will begin towing vehicles which remain in the city's designated snow route.

The city of St. Charles’ curbside leaf collection program has been temporarily suspended after nine inches of snow accumulated over the weekend, officials announced Wednesday.

Old Man Winter dropped nearly 12 inches of snow across Ogle County on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025.

Could it be a December to remember? Snow of 3-4 inches is possible by midnight Monday. Cold arctic air is forecasted later in the week.

Those seeking some snowy fun bundled up and took to the hill for some sledding at Bradley's Helgeson Park on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2025, following Saturday's large winter storm that brought upwards of 6 to 8 inches of snow locally. More snow looks to be on the way Monday.

Those seeking some snowy fun bundled up and took to the hill for some sledding at Bradley's Helgeson Park on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2025.

A fast-moving winter system is expected to bring 2-4 inches of snow to northern Illinois on Monday afternoon and evening, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Winter Weather Advisory for much of the region

On Monday, a fast-moving system is expected to bring accumulating snow across the entire region during the afternoon and evening hours, according to the National Weather Service

A widespread early-season winter storm delivered a swath of heavy snow across northern Illinois on Saturday, with several communities topping eight inches and some approaching a foot

Ogle County's first snowstorm of the season dropped close to a foot of the white stuff in Oregon on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025 prompting some businesses to close early and postponing the town's annual Candlelight Walk evening event.

The Sauk Valley worked to clear streets and sidewalks Saturday, Nov. 30, and Sunday, Dec. 1, 2025, as snow covered the area. The heavy snowfall caused travel headaches and several cancellations. Dixon got 10.2 inches of snow, according to the National Weather Service, which reported Nelson received 8 inches and Prophetstown came in at 9 inches.

Plenty of people were sledding on the hill at Oswegoland Park District's Prairie Point Park in Oswego on Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025. Hudson Crossing Park in downtown Oswego also was covered in the newly fallen snow.

The passage of Thanksgiving also marked a serious toward winter with a huge snowstorm Saturday.Here's a look at the impact in one corner of the McHenry County.

With a winter storm forecast for the Joliet area beginning early Saturday morning, here is a reminder of parking regulations that go into effect during major snowfalls

With snowy season on the horizon, the city of St. Charles is expanding the boundaries of its downtown snow and ice removal district. The district was created to ensure both community members and visitors can enjoy the downtown freely without any safety concerns.

Several areas of northern Illinois experienced heavy snow Saturday providing enjoyment for some and headaches for others.

Due to the weather forecast for this weekend, the city of Morrison has declared a snow emergency effective 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28, 2025.

Winter is coming. The Plano Police Department issued some guidance on how to avoid parking fines following snowfall.

The highest totals are expected in areas near and north of I-80, with the greatest confidence for 6 inches or more across McHenry, Lake, DeKalb, Kane, DuPage, northern Cook, and northern Will counties

The cities of Sterling and Rock Falls have declared snow emergencies that begin Friday in anticipation of a predicted winter storm that could blanket the Sauk Valley in up to 12 inches of snow

A potent winter storm is expected to sweep across northern Illinois this weekend, with the National Weather Service warning of heavy snowfall, hazardous travel, and the potential for more than 6 inches of accumulation across much of the region

Enforcement of Kankakee's much-ignored snow route designations is set to be stepped up this winter.

Winter weather can be extreme, and it is important to keep ourselves warm and safe, but we also need to keep our homes protected from the elements.

Trees continued to shed their leaves in Momence after approximately 12 inches of snow - the most in the area - fell on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025. The white, blanketed landscape was short-lived as temperatures returned to the mid-50s on Wednesday with more seasonal fall weather predicted to stay.

Sign-up for the program filled up in 30 hours this year, the fastest rate yet for a city of Joliet service that clears driveways and sidewalks for seniors and disabled residents.

The city again will send shovelers to clear sidewalks for people who are elderly or disabled.

Both full-time temporary and hourly on-call positions are available to help maintain more than 45,000 lane miles statewide during the winter months, according to IDOT.

Northern Illinois could see more snow Friday night and throughout the day Saturday, a couple days after a snowstorm forced school closures and other cancellations.

A quick burst of snow is expected to impact the afternoon commute in parts of northern Illinois on Friday

Several inches of light, fluffy snow fell across Sterling and Dixon on Wednesday afternoon.

Several inches of fluffy, light snow fell across the region on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, prompting plows to hit the streets and residents to grab their shovels to clear their sidewalks and driveways.

The Joliet area was blanketed by gentle but abundant snow showers on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, throughout the city.

Snow is falling across the Illinois Valley on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025. The National Weather Service predicts 3 to 5 inches of snow with higher amounts to the west when it's all said and done.

Rock Falls has issued a snow emergency effective at 10 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, through 8 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13. Sterling’s snow emergency goes into effect at 6 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12.

Snow today, freezing drizzle along and south of Interstate 80, and more snow and colder temperatures in the forecast for Friday and Saturday in northern Illinois

Snow today, freezing drizzle along and south of Interstate 80, and more snow and colder temperatures in the forecast for Friday and Saturday in northern Illinois

The 3 inches of snow that fell on DeKalb County Wednesday afternoon didn't cause many problems but it was the first significant snowfall in days.

Here is a list of schools that will be closed Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, due to predicted snow.

Most of northern Illinois is under a winter weather advisory for Wednesday, while areas near Sterling and Princeton will be under a winter storm warning.

Most of northern Illinois is under a winter weather advisory for Wednesday, while areas near Sterling and Princeton will be under a winter storm warning

Parts of northern Illinois could see 6 or more inches of snow Wednesday, the National Weather Service advised Monday as it issued a winter storm watch for areas across central, north-central and northeast Illinois, as well as parts of northwest Indiana.

Parts of northern Illinois could see 6 or more inches of snow Wednesday, the National Weather Service advised Monday as it issued a winter storm watch for areas across central, north-central and northeast Illinois, as well as parts of northwest Indiana.

Skiers and snowboarders that to the slopes at Wilmot Mountain Ski Resort on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, in Wilmot, Wisconsin.

The dusting of snow, coupled with 20-degree temperatures and a stiff wind on Friday, provided enough of a base for sleds and one snow board to slide down the hill.