A task force created in the wake of a deadly Metro East tornado has issued recommendations for better protecting warehouse workers. Six people were killed when an EF3 tornado with 150 mph winds struck ...

MORE ON FREEZE POTENTIAL: After Sunday's storms ... Those under the tornado watch need to be prepared to seek shelter immediately if a tornado warning is issued for their location.

Among its recommendations was that building codes be amended to require tornado shelters in warehouses. The International Building Code became Illinois’ statewide building code on Jan. 1 after ...