By Thursday, a widespread precipitation system is forecast to sweep across the state. For the Lower Peninsula, this is expected to bring a rare December rain event. Parts of the Upper Peninsula could see a wintry rain/snow mix, or all snow, depending on the temperature.

A powerful coast-to-coast storm — the latest event in an already active meteorological winter — is now developing, bringing the potential for hurricane-force wind gusts and affecting over 30 states. The storm,

As the area saw three times the average rainfall for this time of year, the 115 ft statue dramatically fell.

LEAVENWORTH, Wash. — Leavenworth is getting back up and running after the winter storms caused some very close calls. The massive tree that once stood proudly in Michelle Luders' front yard, for example, came crashing down onto her home last week.

The solar maximum may be over, but the sun has still been busy with activity.

Massachusetts residents can expect to see warmer temperatures over the next few days, but a storm predicted to hit the state Thursday night could do some damage, according to forecasters.

Local officials said they were unable to cope with the storm because of fuel shortages and damage to equipment.

A winter storm warning was released by the NWS Spokane WA on Tuesday at 6:30 a.m. valid from 4 p.m. until Wednesday 10 p.m. for Western Chelan County.