The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch until 3 p.m. Friday for several northern Illinois counties. Heavy rains could cause some localized flooding.

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.

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.

While Groundhog Day remains a fun tradition, meteorologists rely on data and computer models for more accurate forecasts.

The heavy rainfall, estimated between 2 to 4 inches, could lead to excessive runoff, causing flooding of rivers, creeks, and ...

The Old Farmer's Almanac, which has been in business since 1792, recently released its spring weather forecast. The outlook? ...

More than 17 million people from eastern Texas to the lower Mississippi Valley are facing severe thunderstorms and possible tornadoes. Dallas, Texas has already faced flooding.