Chicago weather: Intense, widespread severe weather possible Friday
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Fox 32 meteorologist Kaitlin Cody has your Thursday afternoon weather forecast and a look ahead at a line of storms that will move through the Chicago area Friday, with the potential for damaging wind, tornadoes and hail.

Intense, widespread severe weather outbreak with strong tornadoes could impact 20 states in central US Friday

Several tornadoes, destructive wind gusts and large hail are all significant threats from Friday afternoon into the overnight hours. According to the FOX Forecast Center, some twisters could be long-track, EF-2 or stronger tornadoes.

Fine weather in store for Cubs opener but tomorrow looks rough
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FOX 32's Mike Caplan takes a look at the forecast for the Cubs' home opener and explains why Friday's weather could cause headaches.

Chicago weather: Scattered snow showers with near-freezing temps Wednesday

A period of snow showers is likely later this morning through the midday. Accumulations are unlikely other than perhaps a dusting on the grass mainly far north.