Blizzard conditions hit the Plains, impact holiday travel
A large storm system will continue to bring severe winter weather to portions of north-central U.S. through early Wednesday.
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Blizzard warnings in Northern Plains states
In Nebraska, snow and high winds made driving treacherous. Some trucks slid across the highway, blocking lanes and forcing traffic to a standstill.
Powerful storms impact both coasts
Major winter storms are hitting the East and West Coasts, bringing several feet of snow to New England and relentless rain to California. "Prime Time" host John Dickerson gets the latest from correspondents Lilia Luciano and Carter Evans.
Californians still reeling from record snowfall
Many living in the mountains of Southern California still find themselves stranded and struggling to get supplies nearly two weeks after heavy snow began to fall in the area. Residents have to brave dangerous hikes and long waits to get basic necessities. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Many trapped after California blizzard
CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports from Pollock Pines, California, and joins Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Dutheirs to share the stories of families in parts of the state who remain trapped in their homes after a massive winter storm.
Southern California hit with rare snowstorm
Severe weather hit the West Coast over the weekend, bringing snow and blizzard warnings to parts of California. Thousands of people are still without power. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti joins Anne-Marie Green and Vlad Duthiers with the latest from Phelan, California.
Winter storm batters Southern California
A winter storm continued to pummel Southern California Saturday, with snow and ice knocking out power to thousands and causing major freeway closures. Tom Wait has more.
Winter storm wreaks havoc across U.S.
Around 1 million people are without power and dozens of states are on alert for blizzard conditions amid a massive winter storm. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joins Lana Zak from Minneapolis to discuss the latest weather conditions.
Winter storm causes major disruptions
A severe winter weather stretching from coast to coast is impacting millions of Americans, with widespread power outages, flight delays and cancellations. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joined Anne-Marie Green on "CBS News Mornings" with the latest from snowy Minneapolis.
Winter storm brings snow, frigid temps
A powerful winter storm is sweeping the United States, dumping several feet of snow across parts of the Midwest. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini reports from Minneapolis.
Dangerous winter blast pummels central U.S.
Winter storm warnings are in effect across the Midwest, including in Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin. The Weather Channel's Mike Bettes is tracking the winter weather and potential tornadoes in the South.
Good Samaritan rescues blizzard victim
A Buffalo woman rescued a stranger who is developmentally disabled during a blizzard on Christmas Eve. David Begnaud has more.
How a woman saved a developmentally disabled man lost in a blizzard
Sha'Kyra Aughtry welcomed Joey White into her home, saving him from the blistering cold and caring for him as he suffered from severe frostbite.
Sister thanks woman for saving brother from blizzard
During a recent blizzard in Buffalo, New York, a woman saved a stranger, who is developmentally disabled, from the cold. The rescued man's sister recently visited the woman's house to see where her brother was treated like family. David Begnaud shares more.
Buffalo couple houses dozens of people during deadly storm
As the "blizzard of the century" unleashed a frozen hell upon New York, one couple – both local pastors – jumped onto snowmobiles and rushed to rescue those who were stranded.
West coast lashed with rain and snow
A massive amount of snow fell on Denver, Colorado, this week, all part of a larger storm pummeling the West Coast, fueled by meteorological phenomenon known as an atmospheric river. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports from Los Angeles.
Another round of storms to hit U.S.
Roads have reopened in Buffalo, New York, five days after a blizzard paralyzed the city. There's now concern about possible flooding as temperatures rise. The Weather Channel's Chris Warren is tracking the next round of storms across the U.S.
Buffalo roads reopen as search continues for victims of deadly winter storm
A devastating blizzard reportedly dropped almost 52 inches of snow over Buffalo and its surrounding county, killing at least 39 people.
Cleanup and warmup continue in Buffalo after deadly blizzard
Temperatures were beginning what was forecast to be a steady rise but the storm's death toll was still ticking up as well.
Woman saves elderly man during Buffalo storm
Sha'Kyra Aughtry is being called an "angel" on social media for saving 64-year-old Joe White during the powerful blizzard in Buffalo, New York. Yvonne White, Joe's sister, shares her reaction to Sha'Kyra's generosity on CBS News.
Rain, snow hits West Coast
While the Northeast isn't out of the woods just yet, another major storm is hammering the West Coast. The threat of flash flooding is high, and heavy snow is expected in some areas. The Weather Channel's Chris Warren has the forecast.
Winter storm causes widespread travel chaos
The nightmare before Christmas has become the meltdown after Christmas, as travelers are stranded at airports across the U.S. Southwest Airlines canceled close to 50% of its flights on Christmas Day, and nearly 75% of their flights Monday. Tanya Rivero has the latest.
Death toll rises after monster winter storm
Most roads in western New York are still clogged with snow and abandoned vehicles due to a monster storm. State police are using armed vehicles to clear the roads, and the National Guard has arrived in Buffalo to help with the cleanup. Michael George reports.
N.Y. restaurant covered in icicles after storm
This restaurant in Hamburg, New York, was covered in icicles on Monday after being hit by freezing temperatures in a recent blizzard.
"Blizzard of the century" kills dozens but conditions expected to improve
Even in pummeled Buffalo, N.Y., the mercury is expected to rise above freezing soon. But many travel nightmares persist.
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What can one of the world's happiest nations teach us about parenting?
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Satellite companies curb access to Mideast imagery amid Iran war
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