NBC 5 Chicago: News & Weather

The NBC Chicago app is your source for Chicago news, First Alert Weather, breaking alerts, live radar, traffic updates, local video and NBC Chicago News 24/7 streaming.

Get trusted local reporting, real-time weather updates and live coverage from NBC 5 Chicago in one app. Follow stories across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, including breaking news, politics, public safety, severe weather, traffic, transit, entertainment and urgent updates that affect your day.

Customize alerts by location so you can get the news and weather updates that matter most to you.

Why use the NBC Chicago app?

If you live in Chicago, Illinois or the surrounding suburbs, NBC Chicago helps you stay informed about breaking news, severe weather, traffic, transit and public safety with trusted reporting and personalized alerts.

What can you do with the NBC Chicago app?

Follow Chicago local news and breaking alerts

* Get alerts for local, national and world news, politics and developing stories

* Read articles and watch videos from NBC 5 Chicago journalists

* Check the Alerts Center for stories you may have missed

Check NBC 5 Storm Team weather

* View current conditions, forecasts and severe weather alerts

* Access hourly and 10-day forecasts

* Track air quality and UV index data

* Watch weather videos from NBC 5 meteorologists

Use the NBC Chicago weather widget

* Add the weather widget to your Home Screen

* Get real-time weather conditions based on your location

* Tap for full forecasts and live radar

* View saved-location weather details

Track weather with live radar

* Follow changing weather conditions across Chicago and the suburbs

* Access live radar and weather data

* Save locations and receive weather alerts

Stream NBC Chicago News 24/7

* Watch the NBC Chicago News 24/7 streaming channel

* Stream live NBC 5 Chicago newscasts

* View breaking news briefings and NBC Chicago streaming content

* Watch live coverage of urgent local events

Stay informed during severe weather, traffic, transit disruptions and major events

* Follow severe weather, traffic, transit and public safety updates

* Watch live briefings and breaking news events

* Stay informed during elections and developing stories

Read NBC 5 Investigates and NBC 5 Responds

* Access investigative journalism from NBC 5 Investigates

* Get consumer reporting from NBC 5 Responds

* Follow stories that help Chicago-area residents get answers

Create an NBC Chicago account

* Sign in with an NBCUniversal Profile

* Save articles and videos to view later

* Manage newsletter subscriptions across NBC platforms

Who is the NBC Chicago app for?

The NBC Chicago app is for people across Chicago, Cook County, DuPage County, Lake County, Will County, Kane County and Northwest Indiana who want local news, weather, live radar, traffic, transit, public safety and breaking news updates.

When should you use the NBC Chicago app?

Use the NBC Chicago app to:

* Get Chicago breaking news alerts

* Check NBC 5 Storm Team forecasts and live radar

* Use a Home Screen weather widget

* Watch NBC 5 Chicago newscasts

* Stream NBC Chicago News 24/7

* Follow local investigations and consumer reports

Can I get Chicago breaking news alerts?

Yes. Personalize alerts for:

* Chicago breaking news

* Illinois and local headlines

* Weather updates

* National and world news

* Urgent local stories

Does the NBC Chicago app include live radar and weather widgets?

Yes. Get live radar, weather widgets, real-time conditions, hourly and 10-day forecasts, weather alerts, saved locations and videos from NBC 5 meteorologists.

Can I watch NBC Chicago live in the app?

Yes. Stream NBC Chicago News 24/7, live NBC 5 Chicago newscasts, breaking news briefings and urgent local event coverage.