The McHenry County Department of Health has also issued an advisory for four McHenry County beaches while four others are closed due to the elevated bacteria levels.
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EF-I tornadoes were confirmed in Earlville, Plainfield/Romeoville and far southwest Kendall County. Two tornadoes were also confirmed near Grant Park in Kankakee County.
The storms could produce hail up to two inches in diameter, wind gusts in excess of 70 mph, torrential rainfall and localized flooding, frequent cloud-to-ground lightning and the possibility of a tornado.
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Riders will soon be able to buy their tickets on their smartphones or with their Ventra cards.