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Chicago Alerts
1 year
Heads up, Windy City! If something seems off, don't stay silent. Dial 911 and report suspicious activity. Stay safe, stay alert! #ChicagoSafety #SeeSomethingSaySomething 🚨👀
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for Chicago, in effect from 9am to 6pm Tues Dec 28. 1-3 inches of snow is expected.
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Chicago Alerts
1 year
🚨 #Chicago , brace yourselves! A large, dangerous tornado is on the move, heading northeast at 30mph. This is a life-threatening situation. Seek immediate shelter, preferably in a basement or an interior room. Stay away from windows. Stay safe, Windy City! 🌪️ #TornadoWarning
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Chicago Alerts
1 year
Heads up, Windy City! Navy Pier's July 4th, 2023 fireworks are a no-go. Stay tuned for updates. #ChicagoAlert 🚫🎆
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Chicago Alerts
3 months
"Hey Chicago, breathe easy! Tornado warnings have passed. National Weather Service gave the all clear at 10:00PM. Stay safe, folks! #ChicagoWeather "
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Chicago Alerts
3 months
🌪️ #Chicago , we've got a Tornado Warning! Seek shelter ASAP in a sturdy building's lowest floor. Stay away from windows and protect yourself from flying debris. Stay safe until 11PM CDT. #WeatherAlert 🚨
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
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Chicago Alerts
11 months
Heads up, Cook County! Expect 1-3 inches of snow and gusty winds up to 45mph from 6-11PM tonight. Slippery roads and poor visibility may make travel tricky. Stay safe! #ILWeather 🌨️💨🚗
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
TORNADO WARNING in effect for Chicago. SEEK SHELTER NOW! Tornado sirens will be activated in affected area
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Chicago Alerts
2 months
Hey Chicago, the Italian Airforce is doing a flyover downtown. Keep your eyes to the sky! #ChicagoSky #Flyover 🛩️
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for Chicago, in effect from 9am to 6pm Today, Dec 28. 1-3 inches of snow is expected.
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Chicago Alerts
1 year
Heads up, Windy City! 🏈 Bears game kicking off at 12pm at United Center. Brace for extra traffic, folks! #ChicagoTraffic #BearsGame
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
Be aware of possible activity & traffic disruptions in your area. The City is taking proactive measures to ensure public safety citywide.
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Chicago Alerts
1 year
🚨 Hey Chicago! MAMAMOO hits the stage at Wintrust Arena, 7:30 PM tonight! 🎤 Brace for extra traffic 🚗 in the area. Stay safe & enjoy! #NotifyChicago #MAMAMOOinCHI
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Chicago Alerts
5 years
NOTIFY CHICAGO: Do your part to stop the spread of COVID19. Enjoy the weather briefly, and practice social distancing - 6 ft or more. Stay at home, save lives.
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Chicago Alerts
1 year
Heads up, Windy City! 🚗💨 Possible road closures in the Loop for PM rush hour due to Federal Plaza gathering at 4:30pm. Plan a detour! #ChicagoTraffic
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
All streets, bridges and CTA stops downtown will be accessible overnight until further notice.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
The City of Chicago is monitoring the situation in Washington, DC and is prepared to take protective action if needed to ensure public safety.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
NotifyChicago: The citywide curfew is lifted effective immediately.
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Chicago Alerts
17 days
Hey Chicago! 🚧 Downtown street closures in effect. Only residents & critical workers can access Halsted at Division, Chicago, Washington, Madison, & Jackson. Stay safe! #NotifyChicago
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Chicago Alerts
2 years
Division is closed from Orleans to Wells. Wells is closed from Division to Hill. Seek alternate route. Tune to local media for more information.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
Michigan and Wacker is closed due to protest activity. Seek alternate route. Tune to local media for more information.
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Chicago Alerts
1 year
🚨 Hey Chi-Town! Jackson Wang's hitting the Wintrust Arena stage at 8PM tonight! Prepare for extra traffic and happy vibes! 🎵🚗 #NotifyChicago #ConcertJam
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Chicago Alerts
7 years
Chicago Public School Closure Per Chicago Public Schools all CPS schools will be closed tomorrow 02/09/2018.
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Chicago Alerts
1 month
🚁 Alert! Military choppers will be buzzing around Chicago for the DNC this week. Stay informed, stay safe! #NotifyChicago #DNCinCHI
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Chicago Alerts
2 years
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON THURSDAY TO 6 AM CST SATURDAY
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Chicago Alerts
1 year
🌪️ Heads up, Cook County! Tornado warning in effect until 7:15PM CDT. Severe thunderstorms spotted from Schaumburg to Glendale Heights. Seek shelter immediately, especially if you're outdoors or in a mobile home. Stay safe! #CookCountyWeather #TornadoWarning 🚨
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Chicago Alerts
9 months
Happy New Year! 🎉🕛🏙️🍕🥶🎶🎆✨ Be Safe! #Chicago
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
A Wind Advisory is in effect for Chicago from 6 AM to 2 PM today. Wind gusts up to 45 mph expected.
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Chicago Alerts
3 months
Hey Chicago, expect the usual 10AM siren test today. It's just a drill, no need for alarm! #SafetyFirst #RoutineDrill 🚨
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Chicago Alerts
3 months
🚨 #Chicago , brace for potential flash floods from 6PM CDT tonight! Torrential rain expected, with underpasses, streets, and waterways at risk. Protect your valuables and plan alternate routes. Stay safe, stay dry! #FloodWatch 🌧️💦
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Chicago Alerts
1 year
Heads up, Windy City! 🌬️ The tornado watch for Cook County is officially off the table. Stay safe and enjoy your day! #ChicagoWeather #StaySafe
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Chicago Alerts
8 years
Streets are closed from Racine-Grace-Wilton-Addison-Sheffield-Newport.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
NotifyChicago: A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for the City of Chicago until 8:15 pm. SEEK SHELTER NOW. Tune to local media for information.
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
Event cancelled. Winter Weather Advisory for Chicago is over.
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Chicago Alerts
3 months
🚨 #NotifyChicago : Street closures around Water Tower due to ongoing protests. Plan your journey accordingly! #StaySafeChicago 🚧🚗
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Chicago Alerts
9 months
Heads up, Windy City! 🌬️ Brutal wind chills as low as -35° expected till noon Monday, followed by a chilly advisory till Wednesday 9AM. Bundle up, frostbite can occur in just 10 mins! #ChicagoWeather #StayWarm
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
Halsted is closed from Roscoe to Cornelia due to public gathering. Seek alternate route. Tune to local media for more information.
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Chicago Alerts
6 years
NotifyChicago: A Blizzard Warning is now in effect for Chicago from 6:00 PM/Sunday until 9:00 AM/Monday. Up to 13 inches of snow expected.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
The NWS has issued a Winter Storm Watch in effect from Monday afternoon to Tuesday afternoon. Expect snow & high wind gusts.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
NotifyChicago: Lake Shore Drive is closed in both directions from Fullerton to 31st Street. Seek alternate route.
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Chicago Alerts
2 months
Hey Chicago, heads up! Protest/march happening in the CBD. Roving closures likely. Plan an alternate route. Stay safe! #ChicagoAlerts 🚧🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
NotifyChicago: Severe Thunderstorm Warning in now in effect for Chicago until 4:15pm. Seek shelter immediately if threatening weather approaches
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
NotifyChicago: TORNADO WARNING in effect for Chicago until 4:30 pm. SEEK SHELTER NOW! Tornado sirens will be activated in affected areas.
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
Winter Weather Advisory extended until midnight tonight. Freezing rain creating icy roads. Slow down & use caution while traveling.
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Chicago Alerts
8 years
Women's March on Chicago today 8AM to 2PM, Grant Park to Federal Plaza. Expect rolling street closures.
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Chicago Alerts
9 months
Heads up, Windy City! Harold Washington Library's lower level is now a 24/7 warming center for anyone braving the big chill. Stay warm, stay safe! #ChicagoWeather 🥶📚
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Chicago Alerts
9 months
Heads up, Windy City! Garfield Community Center (10 S Kedzie) & Harold Washington Library (400 S. State St, lower level) are now 24/7 warming centers. Stay warm, Chicago! #NotifyChicago
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Chicago Alerts
1 month
Hey Chicago, Pearl Jam's rocking Wrigley Field tonight at 7pm! Brace for extra traffic. #PearlJam #WrigleyField #ChicagoTraffic 🎸🚗
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Chicago Alerts
7 years
Science March Science March today at Columbus & Jackson to Museum Campus starting at 11:00am. Expect additional traffic in the area.
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Chicago Alerts
3 months
🚨 #NotifyChicago : Protest in progress! Michigan Ave is off-limits from Wacker to Chestnut. Find a detour, folks! 🚧🚗 #ChicagoTraffic
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Chicago Alerts
3 months
🌪️ #Chicago , brace yourselves! Tornado warning in effect until 10PM CDT. Seek shelter ASAP, preferably in a basement or an interior room. Stay away from windows and watch out for flying debris. Stay safe, folks! #WeatherAlert 🚨
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 12 PM Saturday, Jan 1 until 6 am Sunday, Jan 2. 9 Inches of snow and wind gusts of 40 mph are possible.
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Chicago Alerts
7 years
Queen and Adam Lambert in Concert Queen and Adam Lambert in Concert at the United Center at 8:00 pm Please expect additional traffic
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Chicago Alerts
30 days
#NotifyChicago : Heads up, folks! Michigan Ave NB from Columbus is currently closed due to a protest/march. Time to find an alternate route! 🚧🚗 #ChicagoTraffic
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Chicago Alerts
1 year
Heads up, Windy City! Cubs vs. St Louis at Wrigley Field, 1:10 pm. Brace for extra traffic. Play ball! #ChicagoTraffic #CubsGame 🚗⚾
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Chicago Alerts
3 months
Hey Chicago, brace for extra traffic around United Center due to Windy City Smokeout from 1pm-10pm today. Plan accordingly! #ChicagoTraffic #WindyCitySmokeout
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
Protesters moving from Daley Plaza to Michigan, Wacker, Clark, back to Daley Plaza. Expect rolling closures.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
NotifyChicago: Residents can access the Loop by foot via these bridges on Saturday & Sunday: Lake Street, Wells Street, Washington Street and LaSalle Street.
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
Tornado Watch in effect for Chicago until 10:00 pm tonight. Be prepared to seek shelter.
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Chicago Alerts
11 months
Heads up, Windy City! 🚨 DuSable Lake Shore Drive is closed due to an event at Grant Park. Time to find a new route! #ChicagoTraffic 🚗💨
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
CLOSED: Lakefront Trail from Fullerton to North, North to Ohio and 47th to 51st & North until further notice due to high waves.
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Chicago Alerts
18 days
#NotifyChicago : Downtown street closures in effect! Extra access now at Division/LaSalle, Roosevelt/Canal, DesPlaines/Canal & 18th St: State, Michigan, Indiana. Stay safe, folks! 🚧🚦
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Chicago Alerts
6 years
NotifyChicago: A Tornado Watch is in effect for City of Chicago and Cook County from now until 5:00pm Thursday, March 14. Be prepared to seek shelter.
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Chicago Alerts
4 months
Heads up, Windy City! 🌬️ Wind Advisory in effect until 4AM CDT. Expect SW winds 20-30mph, gusts up to 45mph. Secure outdoor objects and drive with caution. Stay safe, Chicago! #ChicagoWeather
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Chicago Alerts
19 days
Hey Chicago, brace for potential downtown street closures this weekend due to heavy traffic. Access for residents/workers at designated points. Stay safe! #ChicagoTraffic 🚧🚗
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Chicago Alerts
2 months
Hey Chicago! Expect to see military helicopters in the sky this week due to the DNC. Stay informed, stay safe! #NotifyChicago 🚁🌃
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Chicago Alerts
1 year
🚨Tornado Warning for East central Cook County, IL! Confirmed large, dangerous tornado over Summit, moving NE at 30mph. This is a life-threatening situation. Take cover NOW! Stay safe, folks! #WeatherAlert 🌪️
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Chicago Alerts
2 months
Hey Chicago, expect to see military helicopters in the sky this week due to the DNC. Stay informed, stay safe! #NotifyChicago 🚁🌃
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Chicago Alerts
1 year
Heads up, Chicago! Heat Advisory in effect from noon to 9 PM CDT Friday. Expect heat index around 105 degrees. Stay cool, hydrated, and check on your neighbors. Remember, heat stroke is a 911 emergency! #StaySafeChicago 🌡️🔥💦
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Chicago Alerts
2 months
🚁 Alert! Military choppers will be buzzing around Chicago for the DNC this week. Stay informed, stay safe! #NotifyChicago #DNCinTown
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
Per the NWS, storm is impacting road conditions, use caution when driving & keep a safe distance from other vehicles.
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect for Chicago until 10 pm tonight. Be prepared to seek shelter.
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Chicago Alerts
3 months
🌪️ #Chicago , brace yourselves! Tornado Watch in effect until 1AM CDT. Stay safe and stay indoors. #WeatherAlert #TornadoWatch
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Chicago Alerts
5 years
NotifyChicago: Dead & Company 6:30 PM tonight at Wrigley Field. Expect additional traffic in the area.
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Chicago Alerts
7 years
Fireworks at Navy Pier Fireworks tonight at Navy Pier starting at 10:15pm. Expect additional traffic in the area.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
Expect protest activity/traffic disruptions at 7p (Nov 3) at Millennium Park, Hyde Park, Union Park, Wrigley & Palmer Square Park.
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Chicago Alerts
7 months
🌪️ Heads up, Windy City! NWS has issued a Tornado Warning for parts of Lake, DuPage, and Cook counties until 8:30PM CST. Seek shelter ASAP, preferably in a basement or sturdy building. Stay safe, Chicago! #TornadoWarning #ChicagoWeather 🚨
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
U.S. Navy Blue Angels, 12 pm to 1 pm at the Lakefront between Oak and Fullerton. Expect additional traffic in the area.
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Chicago Alerts
2 years
The Winter Weather Advisory has been CANCELLED. Rain will develop this afternoon and mix with wet snow or change to a period of wet snow. Little to no snow accumulation is expected due to above freezing temperatures and lighter snow rates.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
The City will conduct a public safety drill tonight, 6-9pm. Expect traffic disruptions & city resources staged down
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
A Winter Weather Advisory for 1 to 7 inches of snow is in effect for the City of Chicago and Cook County from Tue at 3 pm until Wed at 9 am.
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
A testing alert for the Public Alert Warning System (outdoor sirens) sounds at 10am today & every first Tuesday of the month. This is only a test
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
At this time, we have not identified any actionable information to raise concern, but we will remain on alert.
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Chicago Alerts
1 month
🔥Heat Watch Alert!🔥 Cook County, brace for scorching temps up to 105°F on Monday and possibly 110°F on Tuesday. Stay hydrated, cool, and check on your loved ones. Remember, cars can turn lethal in minutes. Dial 3-1-1 for well-being checks or cooling center info.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
Notify Chicago: Bridges remain closed at Van Buren, Jackson, Adams, Monroe, Michigan, Wabash, State, Franklin and 92nd Street. Seek alternate routes.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
Clark St is closed between Addison St and Waveland Ave due to a protest. Seek alternate routes.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
NotifyChicago: The NWS in Chicago has issued a Tornado Watch in effect now until 8:00 pm tonight for the City of Chicago. Please prepare to take Shelter.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
At 5 pm, protest activity/traffic disruptions expected at DaleyPlaza 50 W. Washington. Expect possible street closures in the area.
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Chicago Alerts
3 months
#NotifyChicago : Heads up, road closures! Columbus from Monroe to Jackson shut 7/1-7/8 for NASCAR. Columbus from Jackson to Roosevelt closed 7/1-7/15. #DriveSafe 🚧🏎️
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Chicago Alerts
7 years
Chicago Polar Plunge Chicago Polar Plunge today at North Ave Beach starting at 9:30am. Expect additional traffic in the area.
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Chicago Alerts
5 years
NotifyChicago: NWS has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the City of Chicago, starting at midnight through 2pm tomorrow. 3-6 inches of snow accumulation expected with temps below freezing.
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Chicago Alerts
7 months
Heads up, Windy City! Our outdoor sirens will blare at 10AM for routine testing. Remember, it's just a drill. Stay cool, Chicago! #SafetyFirst 🚨
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Chicago Alerts
5 years
NotifyChicago: The Chicago Park District has closed the Lake Front Trail from Fullerton to Ohio due to the Lakeshore Flood Advisory.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
NotifyChicago: White Sox vs. Minnesota today at Guaranteed Rate Field starting at 7:10 pm. Expect additional traffic in the area.
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Chicago Alerts
7 years
Fireworks Fireworks tonight at Navy Pier starting at 10:15pm. Expect additional traffic in the area.
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
ZooLights at Lincoln Park Zoo is open from 4:00pm to 10:00pm. Expect additional traffic in the area.
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Chicago Alerts
3 years
Dave Matthews Band tonight at Northerly Island starting at 7:30 pm. Expect additional traffic in the area.
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Chicago Alerts
4 years
NotifyChicago: Expect rolling street closures in downtown area due to multiple protests.
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