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Kentucky tornadoes

Workers cut debris in the aftermath of tornadoes that tore through the region, in Mayfield, Ky., Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021.

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A look at 60-degree weather in Chicago, Tornadoes in southern Illinois

A tornado ripped through 200 miles and four states last week. Reset checks in with the Illinois Red Cross to find out what Chicagoans can do to help survivors of the natural disaster. Plus, atmospheric scientist Scott Collis explains the science behind 60-degree weather in mid-December.

GUESTS: Holly Baker, regional communications manager at Red Cross Illinois

Scott Collis, atmospheric scientist, Argonne National Laboratory

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