Straighter, smoother streams flow more violently than those that meander due to a reduction in friction. Areas with steeper ...

The flood watch is in effect until 7 a.m. Friday for Cook County, the collar counties and the majority of northern Illinois, ...

More than a month's worth of rain fell on Chicago in 90 minutes on Tuesday evening, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). "There were numerous reports of flooded viaducts, several reports ...

Texas. North Carolina. Illinois. New Mexico. Flash flooding has surged into the spotlight in the last week with record-breaking flood events occurring nearly back-to-back across the country. Here’s ...

Follow for live updates in the Texas flooding as more than 160 are missing as rescuers continue a desperate search ...

Destructive flash floods hit New Mexico and Chicago on Tuesday, prompting water rescues. Here’s where they may hit next.

Saturday brings some sunshine with a mix of a few clouds early and temperatures in the mid-80s. Most of Chicago will see ...