Kelly Bauer

Portions of the Lakefront Trail have been blocked, too, as the Park District urges Chicagoans to avoid the lakefront during the storm.

At least 25 Chicago police officers have died by suicide since 2018. "This is why it is crucial we strengthen and expand the resources and support systems for our officers," top cop David Brown said.

The city's leaders urged Chicagoans to wear a mask in the coming weeks — but they won't require it for now.

"We know that the holidays are a time that makes our COVID rates go up," health Commissioner Dr. Allison Arwady said.

The next 48 hours will be a doozy. Here's what to expect — and how to stay safe.

People shouldn't use their ovens or stoves to warm their homes — but they can safely use space heaters. Here's what you need to know.

Whether you just need to pop outside, you're going for a drive or catching a flight, here's how you can stay warmer and safer during the winter storm.

The district's schools will still have students for regular classes as scheduled Thursday, but parents should plan for their kids to come home afterward.

High winds, snow, icy roads and a fast drop in temperatures will create extremely hazardous conditions for travel — especially on Friday, experts say.

There could be whiteout, zero-visibility conditions Thursday and Friday, which will make travel difficult — and maybe impossible, according to the National Weather Service.

People should stay inside over the holiday weekend as lots of snow, cold temperatures and dangerous winds hit the area, meteorologists warned.

Much colder weather could set in next week, which means it's time for Chicagoans to make sure they're prepared to deal with the conditions.

Temperatures could fall drastically in the days before Christmas — and the city's expected to stay much colder for the holiday.

Kromelis' death comes almost seven months after a man set Kromelis on fire, gravely injuring him. Kromelis was known for walking around Downtown.

Less than a half-inch of snow and sleet are expected to accumulate.

It could feel as chilly as 13 degrees overnight and the wind is sticking around all week.

This list features 20 holiday-themed pop-ups — and two bonus bars that go all out on decorations — so you can celebrate the holidays with a drink and lots of photos.

Head to holiday markets throughout the city to get your gift buying done in style.

Block Club's reporters reached out to more than 160 small businesses across the city to highlight their work — and encourage shoppers to stop by.

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