Damaging storms move through the Midwest, causing widespread power outages and disrupting air travel in the Chicago area. Multiple outlets report that the severe weather knocks out electricity for hundreds of thousands of customers. The storms also affect operations at Chicago-area airports, leading to more than 1,000 flight delays or cancellations. Airport disruption includes both delayed departures and canceled flights as airlines and airport services adjust to the weather impacts. While conditions vary by location, the reports indicate that additional severe weather may follow. The Washington Times and other sources note that more potentially serious storms are expected later, including on Thursday, which could extend or intensify the disruptions. Overall, the accounts agree on three main impacts: outages on a large scale, significant flight disruption at Chicago airports, and the likelihood of further bad weather in the near term.