Don't get blindsided by severe weather in Illinois this spring
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Northern Illinois University meteorology professor Victor Gensini explains what residents should do during Severe Weather Preparedness Week as the risk for spring storms begins to rise.

Chicago weather: Dangerous dense fog descends on area

Dense fog keeps temperatures cool today before storms arrive Friday and quieter weather returns for the weekend.

Chicago weather: Chance of rain continues tonight

Tomorrow will be another day with highs in the 40s and low 50s. There is a chance for rain and storms tomorrow.

Chicago weather: Dense fog this morning, mild clouds this afternoon

Fog clears this morning before a mild, unsettled pattern builds toward near-record warmth Friday, then eases back for the weekend.

Chicago weather: Clouds and light rain linger as mild temps hold

Chicago weather will remain unsettled Tuesday as mostly cloudy skies and scattered light rain move across the region.