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Much of U.S. still gripped by arctic weather as Memphis deals with broken water pipes

Subfreezing conditions and treacherous roads have contributed to dozens of deaths this month across the U.S., where states as far south as Texas and Florida remain gripped by deadly arctic weather.

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Much of the U.S. is still in the grip of icy weather that is blamed for 72 deaths

The numbing cold is expected to ease in the coming days as water systems in Memphis and other Tennessee cities battle broken pipes that have caused boil-water notices.

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Snow and storms across US as 55 reported killed in winter weather

Cold snap continues from south to Pacific north-west, with thaw not expected until next week

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Freezing temperatures predicted for central Kentucky over the weekend

Forecasts from the National Weather Service say temperatures in central Kentucky could drop to single digits this weekend.

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The bitter cold gripping the U.S. is blamed for at least 40 deaths, 14 in Tennessee

Temperatures plunged below zero in parts of Tennessee, creating the largest power demand ever for the Tennessee Valley Authority. The icy blast stretches from Oregon to the Northeast.

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Chicago Public Schools cancels Tuesday classes due to weather

No remote learning has been scheduled, but officials say school is expected to resume Wednesday.

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Harold Washington Library among city warming sites as temperatures plunge

The National Weather Service reported extreme cold and a negative 30-degree wind chill on Sunday and issued a wind chill advisory lasting until 9 a.m. Wednesday.

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GOP candidates plead for Iowa caucus turnout as temperatures plunge to -45F

Wind chill is set to push temperatures as low as -45 Fahrenheit in the state – described as ‘life-threatening’ by the National Weather Service

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20 Trapped, Paterson, NJ Flooded; Governor Promises Aid

Read about the recent flood situation in Paterson, New Jersey, where 20 people had to be rescued and several streets and a bridge remain closed. Governor P...

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Winter storm to bring snow, winds, ice and life-threatening chill to US, forecasters warn

Forecasters say brutally cold weather could prove a deadly challenge this weekend as a continuing wave of Arctic storms hammers much of the country with blinding snow, freezing rain and whipping winds

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‘Bomb cyclone’ could hit Chicago area Friday night — and no matter what they call it, it’ll be nasty

With wind upward of 40 mph and 6 more inches of snow expected Friday night, residents are advised to stay indoors.

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'Life-threatening' cold hits much of U.S. in major winter storm. Here's what to know

Through this weekend, the first significant arctic outbreak of winter is affecting most of the country. Wind, flooding rain, and some tornado warnings have been issued across the U.S.

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Reminder: Al Michaels Won’t Call Wild-Card Game After Terrible Treatment From NBC

The legendary NFL voice apparently wasn’t even told he was getting benched for playoffs.

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‘Thump of snow,’ potential blizzard across Chicago area Friday, then brutal cold

Forecasters say the incoming heavy, wet snow will resemble the ‘heart attack snowstorm’ of 1987, when two dozen people died from the strain of shoveling.

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Kentucky faces high winds, dropping temps and snow heading into weekend

First comes high winds, thanks to a surface low pressure system moving from the plains to the Ohio Valley. That’s according to Alex Vorst, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Jackson.

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CPS cancels classes Tuesday as cold stretch continues in Chicago; temperatures edged above zero Monday

The expected high temperature Tuesday is 0 degrees at O’Hare Airport, the National Weather Service reported. CPS, DePaul, Roosevelt and Northeastern Illinois University cancel classes. | LIVE UPDATES

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‘Big ol’ ball of cold air’ headed for Chicago next week, after early weekend snow

Monday and Tuesday are expected to be the coldest days of the week with highs in the single digits, according to the National Weather Service.

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The Northeast will see heavy rain and winds as storms roll through the region

A storm packing heavy rain was sweeping through the Northeast early Wednesday, while winter weather brought tornadoes in the Midwest and South, flood threats in Florida and blizzards in the Northwest.

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‘Life-threatening’ arctic temperatures hit Iowa on caucus day

Iowa is seeing ‘life-threatening’ arctic temperatures across much of the state on caucus day

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Kentucky utility companies prepare for dropping temperatures, wind storms

Power company LG&E and KU says they’re bringing in extra crews to the region so they’re prepared in case of any outages. They’ve been in contact with the National Weather Service in order to have crews in the right places when they’re needed.

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Chicago area hit with rainy, snowy mix while bracing for storm’s ‘second wave’

Snowfall predictions fell short with O’Hare only measuring less than an inch while 1.2 inches fell at Midway, according to the National Weather Service. Experts still say allow extra time for commutes and caution while shoveling snow.

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Large swaths of the U.S. are facing severe weather. Here's what to know

Blizzard conditions are expected in the Great Plains and the Pacific Northwest, while the Northeast braces for more precipitation following weekend snowfall.

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Chicagoland can expected more snow Monday night

The National Weather Service expects snow to arrive late Monday and continue through the Tuesday morning commute. One to 3 inches of snow is expected.

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Winter weather buffets both US coasts; snow spreads across Northeast while Sierra faces heavy snow

A major winter storm bringing up to a foot of snow and freezing rain to some communities spread across New England, sending residents scurrying to pull out their shovels and snowblowers to clear sidewalks and driveways

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Light snow showers expected through Saturday, significant systems move in Monday

As of 6 p.m., O’Hare airport had recorded about 1.9 inches of snow and Midway about 1.6 inches, according to the National Weather Service.

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