Severe Weather Day declared as Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for all of Mid-South until 10 pm

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch covers the entire Mid-South until 10 pm this evening. Local officials have declared a Severe Weather Day, urging residents to remain alert and prepared for potential storms.

Severe Weather Day declared as Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for all of Mid-South until 10 pm

Only halfway through the year, Illinois’ tornado tally closes in on record of 142

Illinois has experienced a barrage of tornadoes this year, pushing the count to at least 140 by midyear. While several caused no reported damage, many left collapsed homes and injured residents, putting the state on the brink of matching its tornado record.

Only halfway through the year, Illinois’ tornado tally closes in on record of 142

Isolated shower, storm Sunday evening in central NC ahead of Monday severe weather threat

A warm front is making its way through central North Carolina this Sunday evening, bringing the possibility of isolated showers or storms. Forecasters caution that the risk of severe weather—though marginal—remains a concern heading into Monday morning’s milder temperatures.

Isolated shower, storm Sunday evening in central NC ahead of Monday severe weather threat

Eye on the Storm: May 16 tornado leads Top 10 local news stories of 2025

On May 16, Somerset, Kentucky, awoke to an ordinary day that quickly turned historic. By midnight, a powerful tornado had reshaped neighborhoods, standing out as 2025’s top local news story.

Eye on the Storm: May 16 tornado leads Top 10 local news stories of 2025

Bad for ag: Axing of UNL’s atmospheric sciences department will harm Nebraska, researchers say

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s decision to discontinue its atmospheric sciences department has raised alarms among experts. By ending a vital training ground for meteorologists and geologists, Nebraska may risk losing essential expertise to monitor violent storms and safeguard precious groundwater.

Bad for ag: Axing of UNL’s atmospheric sciences department will harm Nebraska, researchers say

More than 50 million brace for tornadoes, destructive winds as fall storm pounds South

A powerful fall storm is sweeping across the southern United States, placing more than 50 million people in its path. Warm, humid air from the Gulf of Mexico is colliding with a powerful cold front, bringing threats of tornadoes and destructive winds.

More than 50 million brace for tornadoes, destructive winds as fall storm pounds South

Arkansas cancels HogTown due to severe weather

Severe weather forecasts have forced officials to cancel HogTown, the beloved Maple Street pregame festival, ahead of Arkansas’ face-off with Texas A&M. Fans must revise their game-day plans, as storms are predicted to hit Fayetteville around kickoff.

Arkansas cancels HogTown due to severe weather

Special Weather Statement until THU 7:45 PM CDT

Forecasters warn of strong thunderstorms capable of producing gusty winds and potential flooding this evening. A special weather statement is in effect until Thursday at 7:45 PM CDT, urging residents to stay alert for rapidly changing conditions.

Special Weather Statement until THU 7:45 PM CDT

Severe weather alert: Damaging winds, hail and tornadoes possible Saturday

Massachusetts is preparing for a Saturday storm threat that may bring damaging winds, hail, and the possibility of tornadoes. Boston and the Cape and Islands are on alert as meteorologists track the evolving weather system.

Severe weather alert: Damaging winds, hail and tornadoes possible Saturday

Storm knocks out power, topples trees in Colorado Springs Thursday night

Severe storms swept through Colorado Springs Thursday night, bringing down trees and knocking out power to parts of the city. Officials also reported damage across El Paso County, as residents braced for more potential weather disruptions.

Storm knocks out power, topples trees in Colorado Springs Thursday night