ComEd said more than 530,000 of its customers were impacted, with some of the hardest hit communities including Lake County’s Waukegan and Libertyville.

Hot, humid air and high wind shear have formed record numbers of tornadoes and thunderstorms in the Chicago area. Climate change may make it worse.

Colin Newnam, 17, died in a Saturday morning rollover crash in Barrington Hills that injured two others. Four other teens were killed in a separate crash in Bedford Park Sunday.

Opponents argue that Illinois’ transgender inclusive policies, whether for sports or locker rooms, are now in violation of federal law.

Taylor Wegrzyn, the city’s director of economic and community development, said there are a variety of possibilities for mixed or commercial use.

Six suburban Chicagoans were among about 240 from across the country competing on Season 18 of NBC’s “American Ninja Warrior.”

Plans call for amenities such as a water spray feature for all ages and abilities, including wheelchair accessibility, a fishing pier and sensory-friendly attractions.

Most events took place outside in a picnic environment with administrators grilling hot dogs, five food trucks and a stage where youngsters could dance to a deejay’s performance.