Get Ready for Some Busy Roads, An Occasional Storm This Labor Day Weekend

Welcome to Friday, Glen Ellyn!

We want to keep you up-to-date on what’s happening today in your community and what to expect for weather, gas prices and traffic as you start your weekend. 

In our daily “Today In” column, we will also let you know if there are any events worth checking out here or nearby. If there is something happening that we missed—or something you think we should be covering— let us know in the comments section.

The weather forecast today is calling for hot temperatures with a high of 93 degrees expected in Glen Ellyn. The heat index value Friday could reach 99 degrees. There is a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms tonight, mainly before 10 p.m., and the National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the Chicago area until 9 p.m. Friday. A slight chance of rain is forecasted for Sunday. For more details on the weather forecast, and to check the forecast for coming days, visit the National Weather Service website.

The gas station with the cheapest gas prices in the area is Circle K, 631 Roosevelt Road, at $3.81 per gallon, according to Mapquest. Check the website for more updates on area gas prices, and if you see a gas price lower than $3.81, let the community know in the comments section. 

For those heading out of town today for the long Labor Day weekend, you may need to prepare for traffic delays. AAA is reporting Friday will be the busiest day for travel and that this year should mark the first increase in Labor Day traffic since the recession-driven decline in travel. 

For traffic updates, check out the live AOL traffic report above. Visit the AOL website for more updates.

For those staying in the area this weekend, start the weekend off right with live music and friends at Sounds on the Street.