Mark Strehl
Mark Strehl was a bit different as a kid. In third grade, after finding some fossils behind his grandmother's house, his mind was made up. He wanted to be an Archeologist! That was, until his fourth grade science teacher pointed out that it is geologists who study fossils!
But all that changed the very next winter when Chicago weather legend Harry Volkman came to Mark's church to be the keynote speaker. By fifth-grade, that was it. Mark thought Harry was the coolest guy and had the most excellent job. He was hooked.
Mark had the privilege of taking over for Harry when he left FOX 32 News.
"Taking over for Harry was a true honor...I felt like my life interest in weather had truly come full-circle, and I was helping carry on the tradition," Mark said.
Mark grew up in Ottawa, where his very first job came at age 16 working at the local radio station. He attended both Northern and Southern Illinois University and holds the AMS Seal of Approval.
He has worked on both coasts, from Eugene, Oregon to Albany, New York. He has also been a Meteorologist at WCCO-TV in Minneapolis and in Milwaukee at WISN-TV, but can think of no better place to be than back here, at home, in Chicago.
The latest from Mark Strehl
Showers, storms pass through Chicago area Thursday evening
Showers and thunderstorms were popping up around the Chicago area on Thursday evening.
Chicago weather: Showers, storms expected on Thursday
This is your Chicago forecast:
Chicago weather: More chances of showers, storms to start the week
We’ve still got some lingering showers moving through the area Sunday evening, so keep those umbrellas handy if you're heading out.
Chicago weather: Scattered showers, storms expected Sunday amid rising humidity
Sunday will bring a return of scattered showers and thunderstorms to the area. However, there will be dry periods throughout the day.
Chicago weather: Showers, thunderstorms possible on Sunday
Chicago had beautiful weather today, but it's about to take a turn.
Chicago enjoys perfect weather ahead of weekend storms
Today's forecast includes clear skies and temperatures rising to the low to mid-80s across the Chicago area.
Chicago weather: Bask in perfect summer conditions today
Chicagoans can look forward to idyllic summer weather today, with temperatures across the city offering a comfortable start and a warm afternoon.
Chicago weather: Showers possible midweek, sunny days to follow
Chicago is in for a mixed bag of weather over the coming days.
Chicago weather: Mostly cloudy with mild temperatures and occasional sunshine
Mostly cloudy skies are expected Saturday with highs in the low 80s.
Warnings, watches issued as strong storms pass through Chicago area
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect for Lake, Porter, Newton and Jasper Counties until 1:15 a.m.