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Polar Vortex Returns to Chicago

WTTW News | January 27, 2014, 11:21 am

The polar vortex made its unwelcome return today, causing delays and closings. Will tomorrow be a repeat? Paris Schutz has the story. Send us your severe weather photos here and we'll use them in our online slideshow.

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