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Winter weather with ice, snow, freezing rain and sleet was expected to ramp up by 6 p.m., Roman said, with winter conditions overspreading the entire Chicago area from around 8 p.m. through midnight.

CBS Widespread freezing rain and drizzle are causing untreated roads, sidewalks, and driveways to become icy and slick. Ice accumulation of up to 0.1 inch is possible.

Winter weather with ice, snow, freezing rain and sleet was expected to ramp up by 6 p.m., Roman said, with winter conditions overspreading the entire Chicago area from around 8 p.m. through midnight.

A powerful ice storm is set to affect the Midwest and Northeast of the U.S., bringing treacherous conditions, including freezing rain, sleet and potential power outages.

Light freezing rain/drizzle will continue to affect areas under the Winter Weather Advisory now through 10 AM. Ice accumulations of a few hundredths with isolated higher amounts possible.