Voice of America (VOA) is an international news broadcaster funded by the US government. Usually, presidents don’t choose VOA’s director. But President-elect Donald Trump has a different idea. He proposed Kari Lake, a former local TV anchor who has criticized media and denied a US election result. J
Brace yourself, Southeast Michigan! The lake effect snow will be back with a vengeance mid-week. Let's dive into what we can expect. On Wednesday, the snow machine revs up again, mainly in the evening and overnight hours. Snow squalls might pop up, making it tough to see. The weather team has predi
The Los Angeles Lakers are in a tough spot. They've lost two games in a row by a huge margin – 29 points to the Timberwolves and 41 points to the Heat. That's the worst two-game stretch in the team's history. The Lakers are struggling, and their coach, JJ Redick, is feeling the heat. He said he's em
Are you ready for some wild weather in Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox, and Addington (KFL&A)? Environment Canada just sent out a "snow squall watch" for the region. This means we might see heavy snowfall, with up to 20 cm possible on Tuesday night and Wednesday, December 4, 2024. But don't be surprised
Hey there, did you know that a big snowstorm is affecting nine states right now? Michigan, Alaska, New York, and a bunch of others are all dealing with some serious snowfall. This isn't just any snow though, it's lake effect snow, which happens when cold air moves over warm lake water. It's pretty i
Get ready for a rough weekend! The US is about to face some serious cold, with temperatures dropping by 15-25 degrees in the eastern part of the country. The Great Lakes region is bracing for a major lake-effect snow event. This means heavy snow, dangerous travel conditions, and potential road closu
Hey, Northeast Ohio! Buckle up; the first major snowstorm of the season is barreling towards us. Lake, Ashtabula, and Geauga counties should brace for a lot of snow. Meteorologists are warning about heavy snowfall, with some areas potentially getting up to 20 inches. This could make driving tricky,
A winter weather warning has been issued for multiple counties in Western New York (WNY). Governor Kathy Hochul declared a State of Emergency for Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, and Wyoming counties due to the onset of lake effect snow. This type of snowfall typically affects commu
Have you ever wondered what goes on in the area where a lake meets the land? This zone, known as the lake riparian zone (LRZ), is crucial for moving stuff between the land and water. But what about chemicals that can mess with hormones, called endocrine disrupting compounds (EDCs)? Scientists wanted
Hey there, travelers! Are you planning a trip over the Thanksgiving weekend? Well, get ready for some snowy surprises, especially if you're near the Great Lakes! The National Weather Service (NWS) has some news for you. They're warning about something called "lake effect snow. " This happens when co
