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Steamy heat continues in Chicago, relief for some tomorrow

Afternoon storm chance on Wednesday
Afternoon storm chance on Wednesday 01:46

CHICAGO (CBS) — Another hot day with highs in the mid-90s, but some relief is headed toward the Chicago area with a late-day front. 

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Widely scattered showers and storms will focus on the frontal boundary. Areas northwest of Chicago have the best chance of storms.

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 There's a slight chance of a storm turning strong late today, producing gusty winds and lightning.

Overnight, the front will slide to the south, ushering in a cooler airmass off of Lake Michigan. Cooler tonight with upper 60s and low 70s for lows and areas of patchy fog.

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Thursday will be partly cloudy and cooler, with highs ranging from the 70s near the lake to the low 90s in the southwestern suburbs.

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 A few showers and storms will be possible.

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Temperatures will build again to 90 on Friday and into the mid-90s on Saturday. A shower or storm is possible late Saturday, and there is a chance for lingering showers into Sunday. 

 REST OF TODAY: Late-day storm chance, especially in northwest Chicago. High 95.

TONIGHT: Partly cloudy with areas of patchy fog. Cooler. Low 70.

THURSDAY: Cooler, especially near the lake. A chance for showers and storms. High 86, 70s lakeside.

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