WEATHER

Apr 30 2026SCIENCE

Old Observatory Keeps Weather Stories Alive

A weather station in Milton, Massachusetts has been watching the sky for more than 140 years. Every day a man named Matthew Douglas climbs a staircase in the observatory’s tower, opens a hatch on the roof and watches a glass sphere burn a tiny line into paper. That line marks how long the sun has sh

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Apr 30 2026WEATHER

California’s Summer: What to Expect When Weather Forecasts Can’t Be Sure

California’s summer weather for June to August looks set to lean warmer than usual, but don’t expect a clear trend in rain. The National Weather Service’s latest outlook calls it “equal chances” for precipitation, meaning anything—from dry patches to sudden downpours—could happen. The forecast relie

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Apr 30 2026SPORTS

When baseball gets rained out – here’s what happened to the Astros vs. Orioles matchup

The Houston Astros and Baltimore Orioles had their planned midweek game scrubbed after heavy rain forced officials to tuck away the field tarp and cancel the event roughly four hours before first pitch. Weather reports showed storms lingering through the afternoon, so managers decided it was safer—a

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Apr 30 2026WEATHER

Snow can\'t fix Colorado\'s deep drought

Colorado\'s mountains might get up to a foot of fresh snow this week, but experts warn it won\'t solve the state\'s growing water crisis. After a brutal winter with little snow and extreme heat, recent storms have brought only brief relief. Weather teams confirm the incoming storm will dump several

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Apr 29 2026WEATHER

A Cop Who Chases Storms in His Free Time

Most people know police officers for traffic stops and patrol work, but one deputy in Illinois does double duty as a weather watcher. Sean Berry has spent years tracking storms while keeping the peace, a hobby that started when he was just a kid. He grew up near Plainfield, where an awful tornado in

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Apr 29 2026WEATHER

Mississippi braces for another stormy week

Mississippi isn’t done with rough weather yet. After days of storms, another round of severe weather is expected on Tuesday, April 28, this time bringing the risk of large hail, strong winds, and possible tornadoes. Nearly the entire state is under some level of warning, with the highest risks—Level

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Apr 29 2026WEATHER

Boston’s weather flip: sunshine today, rain around the corner

Boston wakes up to bright skies today, with most areas enjoying sunshine and temperatures climbing into the mid-60s inland. Coastal spots stay cooler, stuck in the low 50s thanks to a steady ocean breeze. That mild weather won’t last long, though. Clouds are already building up, and by tomorrow, sho

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Apr 29 2026WEATHER

Big hail, big storms: What’s really happening over Dallas?

A long spell of wild weather has kept the Midwest and South on edge for days now. Power cuts and fallen trees have already caused problems in places like Michigan, where one person lost their life when a storm toppled a tree. Now, the next round of storms is moving south, and Dallas is in the crossh

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Apr 28 2026WEATHER

Rain Brings Hopeful Relief to Dry New Jersey

New Jersey’s long‑dry spell may finally get a break. Late Wednesday, rain will roll in from the west and linger into Thursday night. The National Weather Service says showers could bring between a quarter inch and three‑quarters of an inch of water, though stronger bursts might produce more. The

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Apr 28 2026WEATHER

Rainy Days Ahead: Maryland’s Wet Weather Update

The day starts with a quiet sunny spell, but clouds quickly cover the sky and bring rain to Maryland on Tuesday. Temperatures will dip into the low‑to‑mid 60s, and occasional showers are expected. A cold front is moving eastward overnight, setting the stage for more rain and possible storms on Wedne

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