Since the inaugural event two years ago, the Cup and Xfinity series have been affected by inclement weather. After both series’ races were shortened by thunderstorms in 2023, the Cup Series ended 17 laps short of the full distance last year because of rain delays.

For weeks, Chicago has been revving up for race day, and it's almost here as NASCAR returns for its third annual Chicago Street Race in Grant Park. NASCAR teams were making their final preparations on Friday,

The first two years of the NASCAR Chicago Street Race were accented by rain, but maybe the third edition will be a charm for fans and drivers.