msnbc.com staff and news service reports KIEV, Ukraine — A severe and snowy cold snap has killed at least 48 people across central and eastern Europe. Officials have responded with measures ranging from opening shelters to dispensing hot tea, with p… more »

Associated Press  By ROBIN HINDERY A summer that looks a whole lot more like winter has travelers across the West scrambling to revise their Fourth of July itineraries — or at least their packing lists. Ski poles are replacing fishing poles at popu… more »

Heavier snows may stick around, climate experts say By Renee Schoof | McClatchy Newspapers WASHINGTON — Tree limbs snap, the power goes out, the car needs digging out again. Along with the grumbling about winter snow there's also a common curios… more »

The Weather Channel by Meteorologists Tim Ballisty, Chris Dolce and Jonathan Erdman Although significant winter storms in the South come at infrequent intervals, January is one month we really focus on watching for the delicate balance of having enou… more »

Weekend Storm Is Here! by Jonathan Erdman, Editorial Meteorologist The Weather Channel Share2596    Updated: December 11, 2010 3:30 pm ET Minneapolis, Minn. on Saturday (AP Photo) (Click image to see photo collectio… more »