How does snow melt when temperatures are still below freezing?
Even with air temperatures below freezing, snow and ice can still melt. Here’s why warm sun, ground heat and humidity matter more than the thermometer number.
Even with air temperatures below freezing, snow and ice can still melt. Here’s why warm sun, ground heat and humidity matter more than the thermometer number.
Social Security February payment schedule: Here's when recipients get their checks
Social Security February payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks this month.
Social Security February payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks this month.
What is a nor’easter and a bomb cyclone? How major East Coast winter storms form
After a weekend storm dumped snow across the Northeast, forecasters are again watching a system that could become a nor’easter or bomb cyclone. Here’s what those terms mean — and why this kind of storm can bring heavy snow, wind and coastal impacts.
After a weekend storm dumped snow across the Northeast, forecasters are again watching a system that could become a nor’easter or bomb cyclone. Here’s what those terms mean — and why this kind of storm can bring heavy snow, wind and coastal impacts.
Tracking potential nor’easter that could 'bomb out' and bring snow to NYC this weekend | Latest forecast
Here’s the latest on scenarios, predictions and forecasts for a storm that could rapidly intensify into a bomb cyclone and bring snow to NYC and NJ this weekend.
Here’s the latest on scenarios, predictions and forecasts for a storm that could rapidly intensify into a bomb cyclone and bring snow to NYC and NJ this weekend.
New York City appoints first 'World Cup Czar,' announces key leadership roles
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced five new appointments and reappointments across city government on Tuesday.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced five new appointments and reappointments across city government on Tuesday.
One of world's oldest lobster fishers, Virginia Oliver, dies in Maine at 105
Virginia Oliver, who dedicated her life to lobster fishing and became Maine's "lobster lady," has died. She was 105 years old.
Virginia Oliver, who dedicated her life to lobster fishing and became Maine's "lobster lady," has died. She was 105 years old.
Shirtless Florida man who jumped through Taco Bell window, robbed it with 'large rock' sentenced to 4 years
A Florida man was sentenced to four years in prison after he jumped through a Taco Bell drive-thru window and robbed workers and customers with a "large rock."
A Florida man was sentenced to four years in prison after he jumped through a Taco Bell drive-thru window and robbed workers and customers with a "large rock."
Cost of living is rising the most in these US cities
According to new data, the cost of living is rising in cities across the United States. Here’s where it’s the worst.
According to new data, the cost of living is rising in cities across the United States. Here’s where it’s the worst.
ICE in Minnesota: Gov. Walz met with Border Czar Tom Homan, Trump comments
Some federal agents are expected to begin leaving Minnesota on Tuesday as leadership of immigration operations in the Twin Cities changes. Find live updates on ICE operations here.
Some federal agents are expected to begin leaving Minnesota on Tuesday as leadership of immigration operations in the Twin Cities changes. Find live updates on ICE operations here.
Tracking potential NYC weekend nor'easter as East Coast snow chances increase
Forecasters are tracking a potential coastal storm this weekend that could bring snow and gusty winds to NYC, NJ and CT.
Forecasters are tracking a potential coastal storm this weekend that could bring snow and gusty winds to NYC, NJ and CT.
Judge threatened to bring ICE head to MN over noncompliance with court orders
A federal judge threatened to bring the head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement to Minnesota this week because of the government's noncompliance with court orders.
A federal judge threatened to bring the head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement to Minnesota this week because of the government's noncompliance with court orders.
Grandson charged with murdering retired grandparents found dead in their South Carolina home
Authorities in upstate South Carolina have arrested the 19-year-old grandson of a retired couple found slain in their home earlier this month, charging him with two counts of murder in a case that has shaken a small rural community.
Authorities in upstate South Carolina have arrested the 19-year-old grandson of a retired couple found slain in their home earlier this month, charging him with two counts of murder in a case that has shaken a small rural community.
Google settles lawsuit following allegations of secretly recording smart device users
Google has settled a lawsuit for $68 million following allegations of secretly recording smart device users. Here's what we know.
Google has settled a lawsuit for $68 million following allegations of secretly recording smart device users. Here's what we know.
Want to retire in the NYC area? Study reveals if that's a good idea
New York was ranked No. 45 in a list of the "Best and Worst States to Retire in 2026," while New Jersey grabbed the 35th spot.
New York was ranked No. 45 in a list of the "Best and Worst States to Retire in 2026," while New Jersey grabbed the 35th spot.
Trump on Noem: Doing ‘very good job,’ won’t step down amid Minnesota shift
President Donald Trump confirmed on Tuesday he has no plans to ask Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to step down from her role.
President Donald Trump confirmed on Tuesday he has no plans to ask Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to step down from her role.
Most buyer-friendly housing markets in 2026, according to Zillow
Zillow found certain cities in the Midwest and the Sun Belt will be most buyer-friendly in 2026, because of their prices and less competition. Here’s a look at the list.
Zillow found certain cities in the Midwest and the Sun Belt will be most buyer-friendly in 2026, because of their prices and less competition. Here’s a look at the list.
Groundhog Day 2026: What time will Punxsutawney Phil come out?
It's that time of year again! Punxsutawney Phil is getting ready to make his winter prediction, but you'll have to wake up early if you want to see the famed groundhog.
It's that time of year again! Punxsutawney Phil is getting ready to make his winter prediction, but you'll have to wake up early if you want to see the famed groundhog.
3 brothers die in North Texas frozen pond; mother says she 'couldn't save them'
Three young brothers died after falling into an icy pond in Fannin County during a winter storm, according to the Bonham Fire Department. This is the second fatal accident involving students in North Texas this week.
Three young brothers died after falling into an icy pond in Fannin County during a winter storm, according to the Bonham Fire Department. This is the second fatal accident involving students in North Texas this week.
West Virginia librarian accused of recruiting online to kill Trump
A West Virginia librarian has been charged after she allegedly posted videos seeking to recruit assassins targeting President Donald Trump.
A West Virginia librarian has been charged after she allegedly posted videos seeking to recruit assassins targeting President Donald Trump.
Representative Gill: Democrats need to negotiate in good faith to avoid a government shutdown
Congress is now days away from a partial government shutdown because Senate Democrats say they won't advance a funding bill that includes the Department of Homeland Security. In an interview with LiveNOW Digital Journalist Christy Matino, Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX) says Democrats need to come to the table.
Congress is now days away from a partial government shutdown because Senate Democrats say they won't advance a funding bill that includes the Department of Homeland Security. In an interview with LiveNOW Digital Journalist Christy Matino, Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX) says Democrats need to come to the table.