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a day ago
- Climate
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On This Date: An F5 Wisconsin Tornado And Chicago Flash Flood
Two historic, extreme weather events separated by just over 100 miles happened on one July day in the upper Midwest. On July 18, 1996, 29 years ago this evening, a violent tornado roared through the town of Oakfield, Wisconsin. This less-than-quarter-mile-wide drill bit of a twister produced mainly F3 to F4 damage, but then intensified to an F5 just east of the village. (Note: The Fujita or F-scale was used prior to 2007's implementation of the modern Enhanced Fujita or EF-scale.) Four homes were completely demolished, with only empty foundations left. In all, 60 homes, six businesses and two churches were destroyed and another 130 homes and businesses suffered damage, according to the National Weather Service in Milwaukee. Two vehicles were tossed up to 400 yards away, while others were crushed into almost unrecognizable balls. Canceled checks lofted by the tornado were found 125 miles away across Lake Michigan near Muskegon, Michigan. Incredibly, nobody was killed in this tornado, but 12 were injured. Oakfield remains one of only three F5 (or EF5) tornadoes on record in Wisconsin and the only known F/EF5 U.S. tornado to have occurred in July. That same morning, a record drenching across the western and southern sides of Chicagoland triggered major flash and river flooding. The western suburb of Aurora picked up 16.91 inches of rain in 24 hours, still the state's all-time 24-hour rain record. This torrential rain pushed the Des Plaines, DuPage and Fox rivers to record levels. Six people were killed. FEMA estimated 35,000 homes had flood damage and more than 4,300 people had to evacuate from flooded areas, according to a summary published in 1999. This was the state's second-costliest weather disaster (estimated $645 million damage) behind only 1993's Great Mississippi River flood. Jonathan Erdman is a senior meteorologist at and has been covering national and international weather since 1996. Extreme and bizarre weather are his favorite topics. Reach out to him on Bluesky, X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Climate
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Chicago weather: Severe storm threat ends, much cooler Thursday ahead
CHICAGO - Tonight's temperatures are expected to drop into the upper 60s and low 70s as a cold front moves through Chicagoland. Breaks in the cloud cover are expected tonight, and the Air Quality Alert is set to expire at midnight. Looking Ahead Thursday will feel polar opposite to today's high temperatures, with expected highs only peaking in the mid-70s. Temperatures will be even cooler near the lakeshore. Some residual showers are expected south of I-80 in the afternoon; meanwhile, to the north no precipitation is expected. Be aware of hazardous beach conditions which will be in place tonight through Friday morning. Gusty winds out of the north will kick up 3 - 5ft waves and dangerous rip currents. Friday is a return to normalcy with highs in the low 80s under partly cloudy skies. Our next weathermaker approaches in the late evening. Saturday brings scattered showers and thunderstorms on and off throughout the day. Severe weather is not expected at this time. A few showers and storms will linger into Sunday with highs in the low 80s. Warmer air arrives early next week with temperatures in the mid 80s by Monday and then low to mid 90s Tuesday and Wednesday. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Business
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Chicagoland trucking firm files for bankruptcy following railroad suit
This story was originally published on Trucking Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Trucking Dive newsletter. Illinois transportation firm Nortia Logistics — which allegedly defaulted on repaying Union Pacific Railroad for freight services — filed for Ch. 11 bankruptcy on June 9. Union Pacific sued Nortia in May and alleged the asset-based business lapsed in repaying a $3.6 million promissory note, representing freight debt from Dec. 6, 2023, through May 6, 2024. The Chicagoland business also owes over $1.3 million in lease terminations, among other unsecured claims. Nortia has around $1.4 million in estimated assets and nearly $5.8 million in liabilities, according to the bankruptcy filing. Assets included forklifts and Volvo trucks, and the company was leasing 26 trucks through Penske Truck Leasing along with warehouse and office space with 36 months remaining. The firm had 56 power units and 45 drivers as of Feb. 20, according to a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration database. With the Union Pacific debt, Nortia was on a repayment schedule starting a year ago but missed monthly payments in Q4 2024 totaling over $499,000, Union Pacific's suit said. The trucking firm still owed a remaining balance of $3.2 million, the railroad said in a January letter. Large carriers and analysts have been noting in recent years how they expect capacity to retreat from the surge of trucking businesses due to pandemic-fueled demand. Recent bankruptcy filings have come from firms such as Balkan Express, AZA Transportation and Angie's Transportation. Nortia generated $40 million in revenue in 2023, nearly $29.5 million in 2024, and over $8.3 million from Jan. 1 up until the bankruptcy filing, according to the court document. Recommended Reading Illinois carrier files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Climate
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Chicago weather: Temps soar well into the 80s by midweek
CHICAGO - It was a busy Sunday afternoon with severe storms in parts of Chicagoland. During the early to midafternoon hours, a severe storm tracked through DeKalb, Kane, DuPage, and Cook counties. The hardest hit area was Batavia in Kane County, where the storm produced 70 mph wind gusts and ping pong ball-sized hail. A cold front is moving through the region this evening, and clearing skies are expected behind the frontal boundary. Temperatures will drop into the mid 50s tonight under mostly clear to partly cloudy skies. Monday will be pleasant, but a few showers and storms will once again be possible. While severe weather isn't expected, storms will be capable of heavy rain and gusty winds. High temperatures will be in the lower 70s. Tuesday and Wednesday look great with mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies and warm temperatures. Tuesday will be in the upper 70s and then we're in the upper 80s on Wednesday. Scattered showers and storms return Thursday, Friday, and Saturday with temperatures in the mid 80s on Thursday, then dropping to the mid to upper 70s Friday through the weekend.
Associated Press
03-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Duly Health and Care Announces Acquisition of Alliance Clinical Associates
DOWNERS GROVE, IL / ACCESS Newswire / June 3, 2025 / Duly Health and Care announced today the acquisition of Alliance Clinical Associates, a highly respected behavioral and mental health practice based in Wheaton, Ill. 'We're thrilled to welcome Alliance Clinical Associates to the Duly family,' said Paul Merrick, MD, Chief Physician Executive at Duly Health and Care. 'Together, we look forward to expanding personalized, integrated, and affordable behavioral and mental health services for patients across the Chicagoland area.' With the addition of Alliance Clinical Associates' more than 30 dedicated providers, Duly's already strong team of psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists will be better positioned to meet the rising demand for behavioral and mental health support. This expanded team offers a wide range of services-including psychiatric evaluations, medication management, couples and group therapy, child and adolescent therapy, and more-while reinforcing a shared commitment to collaborative, patient-centered care. The need for accessible, comprehensive, and coordinated networks of behavioral and mental health professionals like those at Alliance Clinical Associates and Duly has never been more urgent. More than 2.1 million adults in Illinois currently live with a behavioral or mental health condition. Among children ages 12 to 17, one in six experience a major depressive episode each year, and one in nine struggle with suicidal thoughts. 'By coming together, we aim to address the urgent and growing need for care through a stronger, more connected network of behavioral and mental health providers,' said Kenneth Phillips, MD, Psychiatrist and Medical Director of Alliance Clinical Associates. 'With more than 30 years of service in the Chicago suburbs, we take great pride in our team of skilled practitioners. Joining forces with Duly marks an exciting new chapter-one that will broaden our collective expertise and deepen our shared commitment to supporting patients' mental health and emotional well-being.' For more information or to schedule an appointment with a Duly or Alliance Clinical Associates provider, visit ### About Duly Health and Care The Duly Health and Care brand consists of some of the largest independent, multi-specialty, physician-directed medical groups in the nation, with more than 1,000 primary care and specialty care providers and over 6,000 team members across more than 150 locations. The Duly Health and Care brand includes three medical groups-DuPage Medical Group Ltd., Quincy Medical Group, and The South Bend Clinic LLC. Duly is deeply committed to caring for patients in traditional and value-based care arrangements, ensuring a focus on quality, efficiency, and enhanced patient experiences throughout the Midwest. For more information, visit Contact Information Amy Martin [email protected] (202) 988-3222 SOURCE: Duly Health and Care press release
