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9+ hour, 38+ min ago (710+ words) A group of people listens as Northern Arizona Healthcare hosts a forum in October at Flagstaff Medical Center meant to gather input on what should happen to the existing hospital campus if a new hospital is built in a different location. For Flagstaff, 2025 was an eventful year in both science and health, with groups working to plan for the future of the fields across the region while addressing some ongoing concerns. NASA astronaut candidate Lauren Edgar poses for a portrait at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston. Edgar was selected by NASA to join the 2025 astronaut candidate class and reported for duty in September." The glowing lights of galaxies and galaxy clusters illuminate invisible dark matter highways in this region of the universe, as viewed in the direction of the constellations Perseus and Pisces. Each dot is an entire galaxy,…...

12+ hour, 6+ min ago (213+ words) There's good news for anyone eager to get back outdoors to hang Christmas lights, wash the car or head to the shopping mall because warmer weather is forecast to stick around in Omaha for several days. Wildlife and zoo themed lights and lanterns hang on display during the Zoolightful event at the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, in Omaha, on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025. Trees illuminated by a color changing lights and lanterns glow with the desert dome in the background during the Zoolightful event at the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, in Omaha, on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025. A Monkey lantern is on display wearing a snow hat during the Zoolightful event at the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, in Omaha, on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025. A family walks through one of the light arches as they look through all the lights and lanterns that…...

18+ hour, 39+ min ago (156+ words) LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) " As the frigid temperatures and overnight lows start to settle in, Lynchburg's Salvation Army is stepping up to provide a warm place to stay for those in need. Lynchburg's Salvation Army, located at 2215 Park Ave., has opened its winter shelter: a place for people to escape from the freezing temperatures. SEE ALSO: Weather Alert Days: Coldest weather of the season blowing in Sunday and Monday Carol Kirby, the Salvation Army's Food Service manager, said the warming shelter is one of the most important services they offer. Kirby said those who come through the doors can also enjoy games, crafts, and life skills classes. People who live in Lynchburg said they're grateful for the shelter. The winter shelter at the Salvation Army will remain open as long as the temperature is 38 degrees or colder. They encourage anyone who…...

1+ day, 5+ hour ago (137+ words) December 14, 2025 / 7:27 AM CST / CBS Minnesota Minnesotans are waking up to the coldest air of the season so far on Sunday. A cold weather advisory is in effect for the entire state until 10 a.m. Sunday. A NEXT Weather Alert is also in place. Temperatures in the Twin Cities are starting out in the double digits below zero, with wind chills around 25 to 30 below zero. Winds out of the south and some sun will warm the metro above zero this afternoon, but wind chills will stay well below. Temperatures will rebound into the upper 20s by Monday afternoon, with some more sunshine. Tuesday and Wednesday will be even warmer, with highs climbing into the upper 30s. The next storm system will likely bring rain and snow showers late Wednesday into Thursday....

1+ day, 6+ hour ago (359+ words) An inch or two of snow can be seen on a row of mailboxes in the Weberwood neighborhood of Charleston on Dec. 14, 2025. The Capital City received less snow than predicted in the overnight snow event Saturday into Sunday, but dangerously cold temperatures will hang around for the next few days. A lighted snowman figure in the Weberwood neighborhood of Charleston has a covering of snow and ice on Dec. 14, 2025. A winter storm warning remains in effect through 1 p.m. Sunday, according to the National Weather Service in Charleston, with scattered flurries are expected during that time. Wind gusts may reach 23 mph. Sunday's high will only be 18, dropping to a low of 7 Sunday night. Look for clear, cold conditions Monday with a high of 30 and a low of 19 Monday night. We'll get above freezing Tuesday with more sunny skies and a high of…...

1+ day, 13+ hour ago (505+ words) SKYKOMISH, Wa " As the damage from this week's storm takes hold across western Washington, local economies have growing concerns over what the road ahead has in store, as road closures persist. US-2 remains shut down from milepost 50 near Skykomish to just outside Leavenworth, following multiple stretches of damage caused by landslides, washout, and flooding. SEE ALSO | Leavenworth power restored, holiday lights still dimmed this weekend It now cuts off the most popular drive to the Bavarian Village of Leavenworth, which was without power until Saturday morning, and the Stevens Pass Ski Resort. In what is typically one of Leavenworth's busiest weekends of the season for their "Village of Lights, the Chamber of Commerce says that they had to push back the famous display until next weekend instead. "We're excited to share that our light crews will begin getting everything back…...

1+ day, 14+ hour ago (517+ words) Science News: A groundbreaking AI model, GenCast, is revolutionizing weather forecasting by generating rapid, probabilistic global predictions for up to 15 days....

1+ day, 15+ hour ago (557+ words) ST. LOUIS " As dangerous cold grips the region, St. Louis shelters are preparing for one of their busiest weekends yet under the city's "Code Blue" emergency plan. Wind chills are expected to plunge between 10 and 20 degrees below zero overnight Saturday, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Cold Weather Advisory through midnight on Sunday. Officials warn that frostbite and hypothermia can occur within minutes without proper shelter. The city's Department of Human Services extended Code Blue Thursday night, keeping 24-hour emergency shelter operations open through at least Wednesday, Dec. 17. It's part of a coordinated citywide effort to protect people from the cold by adding more shelter beds, transportation options, and relaxed intake requirements. Anthony D'Agostino, CEO of Peter & Paul Community Services, said the effort is the most organized he's seen in more than a decade working in homeless services....

1+ day, 16+ hour ago (71+ words) Washington was still under a state of emergency on Saturday after torrential rains swamped communities. Plus, snow and dangerous cold are falling on some in the Midwest and on the East Coast. Nicole Valdes has more from Washington state. Washington state gets break from rain for now as Midwest, East Coast face single digit temperatures Washington state gets break from rain for now as Midwest, East Coast face single digit temperatures...

1+ day, 18+ hour ago (868+ words) Roads remain underwater, or washed out completely, as crews work to get Washington's transportation system back in order following a week of torrential rain and swollen rivers. Even with rivers cresting throughout Friday, travelers and commuters mostly waited in vain for road closures to be lifted. That said, the region's transit agencies largely maintained bus and train schedules throughout the monstrous weather event. It will take some time to assess the damage, even more to repair it, and officials urge patience and caution. With that in mind, here is a partial list of the damage to and perseverance of the region's roads, bridges and transit systems. A 49-mile stretch of U.S. Highway 2 is closed from Skykomish to Leavenworth, including Stevens Pass, with rocks, trees and mud blocking the roadway in many spots. There is no detour available and officials have not…...