Tornadoes Strike Chicago Suburbs, Destroying Homes and Cutting Power

—Multiple tornadoes tore through suburban communities outside Chicago, causing significant structural damage to homes and knocking out power for thousands of residents. Emergency crews responded to widespread reports of damaged buildings, downed trees, and blocked roads across affected neighborhoods. The storms came with little warning, forcing residents to shelter in place as the twisters moved through the area. Utility companies worked through the night to restore electricity while damage assessors began cataloging the destruction.