Heavy rain and rumbles of thunder were expected throughout the Friday morning commute, the NBC 5 Storm Team said, with some slick spots expected and low visibility due to fog.

Heavy rain and dense fog in the Chicago area today may cause flooding due to frozen ground, but conditions will improve by evening, with a mild and warmer weekend ahead.

During the morning hours, the Federal Aviation Administration warned that ground stops at both O'Hare and Midway International Airports were possible due to weather conditions.

There is a risk of flooding and sewer backups Friday morning across the Chicago area as heavy rain will run off from frozen ...

Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 5 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025.