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Chicago's Record Snowfall Causes Commuter Chaos and Tows

12/1/2025

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Chicago experienced its snowiest November day on record, with 8.4 inches at O'Hare International Airport.
A winter weather advisory is in effect.
The storm is expected to drop 1 to 4 additional inches on Monday, potentially impacting evening commutes.
The Department of Streets and Sanitation has implemented a parking ban to facilitate snow removal.
As of Monday morning, 227 vehicles had been towed for violating the ban.

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Story summary

Chicago experienced its snowiest November day on record, with 8.4 inches at O'Hare International Airport.
A winter weather advisory is in effect.
The storm is expected to drop 1 to 4 additional inches on Monday, potentially impacting evening commutes.
The Department of Streets and Sanitation has implemented a parking ban to facilitate snow removal.
As of Monday morning, 227 vehicles had been towed for violating the ban.