What is a snow squall and what makes it so dangerous for drivers?

As winter weather hits parts of the U.S., forecasters are warning about the dangers of a snow squall and the danger it can pose to drivers.

Series of winter storms blast western US with more snow ahead

A series of winter storms in the Western U.S. brought heavy snow and some travel headaches. Forecasters warned of more wintry weather ahead.

7 cities where a white Christmas might seem impossible, but it isn't

While you might assume seeing snow on Christmas in the likes of Los Angeles or Phoenix or parts of Florida would never happen, their history books have three words for you: "Never say never."

Warming centers open up Monday evening across metro Atlanta

A handful of warming centers are being opened again on Monday evening as temperatures dip near freezing across metro Atlanta.

CDC: How to prepare home, car for your next winter freeze

As winter approaches, the CDC has issued guidance on how to best prepare your home and your car before a storm hits.

Hawaii sees snow after rare blizzard warning

Blizzard warnings for Hawaii are rare, but not unheard of. The Big Island has mountain peaks that reach nearly 14,000 feet (more than 4,200 meters).

IKEA customers forced to stay in store overnight during snowstorm

An IKEA showroom turned into a vast bedroom for customers and employees who were stranded by a snowstorm. They spent the night in the store, sleeping in the beds that are usually on show.

Warming centers open Tuesday night in metro Atlanta

A handful of warming centers are being opened again on Tuesday evening as temperatures dip below freezing.

First big snowstorm of season forecast for northern Plains, Midwest

Heavy snow and blizzard conditions will cause travel problems for Minnesota, Wisconsin and the Dakotas. The Northwest will also see heavy rain and mountain snow.

'No joke': April Fools' Day snow blankets parts of Northeast, Midwest amid cold snap

Parts of the U.S. saw snow on the first day of April, while forecasters said record-breaking temperatures were expected across the Midwest, South and up to the Northeast over the next few days.

Northern Lights dance across the skies above Alaska's Glacier Bay National Park

The Northern Lights danced and shimmered across the starry night sky above Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska, putting on a spectacular light show.

Massive Colorado snowstorm slams drought-stricken region, canceling 2,000 flights

A massive snowstorm is bringing some much-needed relief to Colorado, as some parts of the state are suffering severe drought. Some areas have already gotten 9 inches of snow - and others could see up to two feet by Monday morning.

US had its coldest February in more than 30 years, NOAA reports

Last month’s dangerous winter storms in the United States caused record subzero temperatures, power outages for millions of homeowners and led to more than two dozen deaths. It also brought one of the coldest Februarys in decades.

1,700 rehabilitated turtles returned to Texas waters

Another 1,700 sea turtles are safe and back in their ocean home after volunteers and rescue groups pulled thousands of the cold-stunned reptiles from Texas waters during a deadly winter storm.