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**Chicago Weather: Ice and Snow Build Up as Temperatures Plummet**
By Vanessa Lopez, audience engagement specialist, and Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere, visual journalist
The Chicago area woke up to a winter wonderland on Friday morning, with ice and snow building up along Lake Michigan. The cold weather has brought temperatures plummeting, with wind chills hovering around -30 degrees.
**Ice Forms Along the Lakefront Trail**
A photo taken by Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere shows ice cakes forming on a ladder along the Lakefront Trail on the North Side. The image captures the frozen landscape and the harsh conditions that come with winter in Chicago.
"The cold weather is making everything feel like it's stuck in time," said Pasciak LaRiviere, who took the photo. "It's like the world has been put on pause."
**Snow Builds Up at North Avenue Beach**
Another photo taken by Pasciak LaRiviere shows snow and ice building up at North Avenue Beach. The image captures the impact of the cold weather on Lake Michigan.
"The beach is normally a popular spot for people to enjoy the sun and sand, but today it's more like a frozen landscape," said Lopez, audience engagement specialist. "It's amazing to see how quickly the snow and ice can cover everything."
**Runners Brave the Cold**
Despite the harsh conditions, some runners took to the streets to enjoy their daily jog along the Lakefront Trail. Pasciak LaRiviere captured an image of a runner jogging along the trail, bundled up in layers.
"It's not easy running in this cold weather," said Lopez. "But for those who enjoy it, it's a great way to clear your head and get some exercise."
**Ice Forms Along the North Avenue Beach Pier**
Pasciak LaRiviere also took photos of ice forming along the pier at North Avenue Beach. The image captures the frozen landscape and the impact of the cold weather on the beach.
"It's amazing to see how quickly the ice can form," said Lopez. "It's like a whole new world has been created overnight."
**People Brave the Cold**
Despite the harsh conditions, people took to the streets to enjoy their day out. Pasciak LaRiviere captured an image of people walking along the North Avenue Beach Pier.
"It's not easy venturing out in this cold weather," said Lopez. "But for those who enjoy it, it's a great way to experience the city and get some fresh air."
The cold weather is expected to continue throughout the day, with temperatures remaining below freezing. Stay warm and stay safe, Chicagoans!
**By Vanessa Lopez and Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere**
Vanessa Lopez is an audience engagement specialist for the Chicago Sun-Times.
Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere is a visual journalist for the Chicago Sun-Times.
**Chicago Weather: Ice and Snow Build Up as Temperatures Plummet**
By Vanessa Lopez, audience engagement specialist, and Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere, visual journalist
The Chicago area woke up to a winter wonderland on Friday morning, with ice and snow building up along Lake Michigan. The cold weather has brought temperatures plummeting, with wind chills hovering around -30 degrees.
**Ice Forms Along the Lakefront Trail**
A photo taken by Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere shows ice cakes forming on a ladder along the Lakefront Trail on the North Side. The image captures the frozen landscape and the harsh conditions that come with winter in Chicago.
"The cold weather is making everything feel like it's stuck in time," said Pasciak LaRiviere, who took the photo. "It's like the world has been put on pause."
**Snow Builds Up at North Avenue Beach**
Another photo taken by Pasciak LaRiviere shows snow and ice building up at North Avenue Beach. The image captures the impact of the cold weather on Lake Michigan.
"The beach is normally a popular spot for people to enjoy the sun and sand, but today it's more like a frozen landscape," said Lopez, audience engagement specialist. "It's amazing to see how quickly the snow and ice can cover everything."
**Runners Brave the Cold**
Despite the harsh conditions, some runners took to the streets to enjoy their daily jog along the Lakefront Trail. Pasciak LaRiviere captured an image of a runner jogging along the trail, bundled up in layers.
"It's not easy running in this cold weather," said Lopez. "But for those who enjoy it, it's a great way to clear your head and get some exercise."
**Ice Forms Along the North Avenue Beach Pier**
Pasciak LaRiviere also took photos of ice forming along the pier at North Avenue Beach. The image captures the frozen landscape and the impact of the cold weather on the beach.
"It's amazing to see how quickly the ice can form," said Lopez. "It's like a whole new world has been created overnight."
**People Brave the Cold**
Despite the harsh conditions, people took to the streets to enjoy their day out. Pasciak LaRiviere captured an image of people walking along the North Avenue Beach Pier.
"It's not easy venturing out in this cold weather," said Lopez. "But for those who enjoy it, it's a great way to experience the city and get some fresh air."
The cold weather is expected to continue throughout the day, with temperatures remaining below freezing. Stay warm and stay safe, Chicagoans!
**By Vanessa Lopez and Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere**
Vanessa Lopez is an audience engagement specialist for the Chicago Sun-Times.
Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere is a visual journalist for the Chicago Sun-Times.
. But seriously though, it's crazy how quickly everything changes in Chicago, like one day it's sunny and the next it's all icy and snowy 
. I'm more worried about our school's heat system than anything else tho, can you imagine trying to study for a test with hypothermia? 
just thinking about chicago in winter gives me chills lol 
it's always something with the weather, can't we just have normal temperatures for once? and what's with all this ice and snow, is that really necessary? just a bunch of frozen water if you ask me 
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. it's amazing how quickly the snow and ice can cover everything, but in a weird way, it's kinda beautiful too 
. and let's be real, who doesn't love an excuse to bundle up and stay cozy indoors with a hot cup of cocoa 
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. On the bright side, it's a great excuse to stay indoors with a hot cuppa and catch up on some Netflix shows 
. Anyone else hunkering down today?
Anyway, I was out and about yesterday and saw all these people braving the elements to enjoy their day. And honestly, I think that's what makes life worth living - finding joy in the little things, even when it's freezing outside 
This cold weather in chicago is insane 
i had to reschedule my outdoor plans like 3 times already today lol
anyone else out there braving this winter wonderland? 
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i mean who needs hot chocolate when you can have -30 degree wind chills? 
) i wish i could run with those runners who are braving the cold, but i think i'll stick to sipping hot cocoa instead 
Anyway, just a heads up to everyone out there: stay warm and stay safe, Chicagoans! 
. just stay warm and safe, chicagoans! 
. the cold weather might be harsh, but it definitely makes for some epic photo ops 
. I guess some people actually enjoy running or going out in that kinda cold, good on them 
. I mean, I get it, winter in Chicago is no joke, but 30 degrees windchill? Are we living in some sort of dystopian novel or something? 
️. Runners are crazy for braving this stuff, though - I'd rather just drink hot cocoa and stare out the window 
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