Water is one of the most effective heat conductors, meaning it moves heat from the area of highest concentration to the area ...

Memphis Mayor Paul Young declared a state of emergency Friday afternoon. The declaration goes into immediate effect, allowing ...

As millions of Americans hunker down for the winter storm, 17 states and Washington, D.C., have declared states of emergency.

If you wonder how cold is too cold for your dog out for a walk or outside time, it can depend on the breed, size and coat ...

Reporters across the NPR Network are covering the impact of the storm and how officials are responding. We've also got tips for staying safe once bad weather hits.

The National Weather Service issued an extreme cold warning for the Chicago area from 3 a.m. through noon Friday.

Flights have been canceled, store shelves have been emptied and roads have been treated in at least 34 states that will be ...

A winter storm that brings an Arctic blast, snow and ice to Oklahoma hits on Friday, and the wintry conditions will continue ...

The child’s immigration status may be a critical factor, and it is unclear if the 5-year-old was legally in the United States. If he wasn’t, he may be subject to deportation with one or both parents.

The Mid-Ohio Valley — and much of the country — braced Friday for a massive winter storm. “As usual, we’ve got all our salt ...

Follow as a winter storm is expected to bring heavy snowfall, icy roads and cold temperatures from the southern states to the ...

Extremely cold weather on Friday meant some school districts canceled in-person learning. With snow on the way, school ...