Podcast Episodes

Will it snow on Christmas? These cities have the best chance

The best chance of seeing snow on Christmas morning remains in the mountains and northern United States, but here are the most likely big cities that…

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Christmas tree myths: What really keeps your tree fresher longer

Proven ways to keep your Christmas tree fresh

•Hydrate consistently: Never let the stand run dry
•Avoid heat sources: Keep tree away from fireplaces, …

5 months, 4 weeks ago

Minneapolis was briefly colder than Mars as wintry weather expands across US

A late-November cold snap sent temperatures in Minneapolis so low that, for a short time, it was actually colder than Mars, according to readings fro…

5 months, 4 weeks ago

Polar vortex to bring triple whammy of Arctic cold to US through mid-December

A shifting polar vortex will allow multiple rounds of Arctic air to invade the central and eastern United States through the first half of December. …

5 months, 4 weeks ago

Record snow hits Midwest with the potential for weekend snow in eastern US to follow 1st of three polar vortex episodes

Two cities had their biggest November snowfalls in history, while more than 10,000 flights were delayed for those going home on the holiday weekend. …

6 months ago

December 2025 astronomy guide: Supermoon, Geminids and the month’s best sky events; plus, Winter storm to ring in December from Midwest to Northeast

From a bright supermoon to the Geminid meteor shower, December is filled with must-see astronomy events. Here's when and how to see each celestial si…

6 months ago

Weekend winter storm to blanket Chicago, St. Louis, Detroit in inches of snow

A high-impact storm that will stretch from the Rockies to the Great Lakes this weekend, bringing heavy snow ice and severe weather to more than a doz…

6 months ago

Rare ‘seiche’ on Lake Erie; plus National Parks will cost more for international guests

Witnessing a seiche is like looking at a hurricane's storm surge and waves - but it can happen during the winter, tossing heavy snow or lake ice into…

6 months ago

Tornado damages 100 homes in Houston 3 days before Thanksgiving; plus white out conditions expected near Great Lakes

November isn't prime season for Texas tornadoes, but one touched down in northwest Houston Monday, damaging 100 homes and causing a gas leak.

In othe…

6 months, 1 week ago

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade weather: Winds could threaten iconic balloons

Paradegoers can expect sunshine and a chill in the air, but gusty winds may make it tough for some of the parade’s most famous balloons to take fligh…

6 months, 1 week ago