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Chicago First Alert Weather: Increasing rain chances

By Laura Bannon

April 19, 2023 / 6:26 AM CDT / CBS Chicago

CHICAGO (CBS)-- Rain chances are ahead.

Shower chances increase late in the morning as temperatures climb to the 70s. Northern areas can expect higher rain chances.

Storm chances increase Thursday afternoon and evening as a cold front approaches. Some storms could be strong with gusty wind and hail.

Temperatures drop to the 40s by the weekend.

Laura Bannon

Laura Bannon is the weekday morning meteorologist at CBS2. A native of Chicagoland, Laura grew up in Naperville. She is an Emmy-nominated meteorologist and holds her NWA Seal of Approval.