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Oh So Close! Chicago's February Snow Record Still Stands

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Oh So Close! Chicago's February Snow Record Still Stands

February 25, 2011 • With three days to go, the city needs just another 0.6 inches to break a record that has stood since 1896. Meanwhile, San Francisco may get its first snow since 1976.

Chicago Likely To Break 115-Year-Old Snow Record

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Chicago Likely To Break 115-Year-Old Snow Record

February 24, 2011 • There's less than an inch to go before the city's record for February snow will be broken, and 3 to 5 inches are expected to fall overnight.

National Weather Service

Sick Of The Cold? Hang On, Warmer Days Are Just Ahead

February 9, 2011 • Across the nation, cities that have been suffering through frigid days should get some relief this weekend.

Massive Protest In Egypt; Massive Winter Storm In U.S.

February 1, 2011 • Two major stories will likely dominate today's news.

National Weather Service

Potentially 'Historic' Winter Storm Due Across Much Of Nation

January 31, 2011 • Up to one-third of the country, and 100 million people, could be affected by snow and ice starting later today.

Crackdown Threatened In Egypt; Plot Detailed In Russia

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The Two-Way

Crackdown Threatened In Egypt; Plot Detailed In Russia

January 26, 2011 • Egyptian authorities vow to bring an end to protests.

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Blog Of The Nation

Research Into The Winter Blues

January 3, 2011 • Researchers in Germany have clarified the link between weather and peoples' moods. The survey of more than 2,000 Germans found that some people aren't affected at all by weather, but most people fall into one of four categories.

Rain, High Winds Return To Los Angeles; Snowpack In Sierras Is 2X Normal

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The Two-Way

Rain, High Winds Return To Los Angeles; Snowpack In Sierras Is 2X Normal

December 29, 2010 • More storms are lashing Los Angeles today. But the good news is that lots of snow in the mountains should help drought-plagued California in the spring.

Ina Jaffe on the snow pack in the Sierras

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The Two-Way

Oh So Close! Chicago's February Snow Record Still Stands

The Two-Way

Chicago Likely To Break 115-Year-Old Snow Record

The Two-Way

Sick Of The Cold? Hang On, Warmer Days Are Just Ahead

The Two-Way

Massive Protest In Egypt; Massive Winter Storm In U.S.

The Two-Way

Potentially 'Historic' Winter Storm Due Across Much Of Nation

The Two-Way

Crackdown Threatened In Egypt; Plot Detailed In Russia

Blog Of The Nation

Research Into The Winter Blues

The Two-Way

Rain, High Winds Return To Los Angeles; Snowpack In Sierras Is 2X Normal

Ina Jaffe on the snow pack in the Sierras