A weekend winter storm with the potential to dump a foot or snow or more is on its way to Midwest, with the entire Chicago area along with northern Indiana and southeastern Wisconsin set to be impacted as experts warn of "major" travel impacts and advise drivers to consider shifting their plans.

“While we are prepared and ready to devote all of our resources to the latest winter weather event, this weekend’s storm will hit when millions of people are returning home from the holiday,” Illinois Transportation Secretary Gia Biagi said in a release. “Please make a plan to keep you and your loved ones safe, including adjusting travel so you are not on the roads when conditions are at their worst.”

According to the National Weather Service, a winter storm warning will take effect starting at

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