"Unusual Chicago Weather: Tornado Watch and Baseball-Sized Hail in February"

Chicago experienced unseasonably warm weather in February, with temperatures reaching 70 degrees and causing ice rinks to melt. The city came close to breaking a 48-year-old high-temperature record, leading to a summer-like atmosphere with open apartment windows, outdoor dining, and bustling lakefront activities. Visitors and locals alike were surprised by the unexpected warmth, with some tourists having to adjust their indoor vacation plans to accommodate the unusual weather.