1 dead, 2 rescued after Idaho avalanche

This is the second deadly avalanche in the U.S. this week. A skier was killed at a resort in California on Wednesday.

Arctic blast brings below-zero temps, blinding snow to millions across US

Every state in the country is under some sort of weather advisory this weekend as a polar vortex sends an arctic blast across much of America.

MN weather: Snow, cold continue into weekend
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The snow and cold will continue into Friday night and Saturday morning. The snow will be on and off throughout the metro, but the cold temperatures will stay.

MN weather: Snow continues in southeast metro
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The snow and cold winds continue into Friday night in the southeast metro. Snow and high winds are expected to continue into Saturday morning.

Winter storm impacting Iowa caucuses
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Iowa's winter storm is continues to go strong into Friday evening. Several campaign events have been canceled ahead of the Iowa caucus due to the major winter storm.

Wind and snow picking up closer to Twin Cities
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FOX 9's team coverage of the winter storm continues in southeastern Minnesota. The wind-chill is hovering around zero degrees in the area, with winds blowing the fine, powdery snow across roads, decreasing visibility. Temperatures continue to be cold and snow continues as it enters the metro area.

Staying safe on roads during winter weather
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The Minnesota State Patrol joins FOX 9 to discuss staying safe on the roads during winter weather.

Winter weather: How to protect your pets from the cold, keep them safe

As the winter chills approach and Jack Frost begins nipping at your nose, your pets have their own challenges staying safe and warm.

What makes a blizzard different from an ordinary snowstorm?

There are three criteria a snow storm must reach to become an official blizzard, and the amount of snowfall isn't one of them.

How cold will temperatures get for NFL wild card game in Kansas City?

Cold air from the Arctic will be blasting its way into the Lower 48 starting Thursday and filtering into the central U.S. through early next week.

MN weather: Prepare for a snowy commute
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A winter storm is making its way into Minnesota on Friday morning. Bill Keller spoke with MnDOT about expected driving conditions as he hit the road in FOX 9?s weather tracker to check out southern portions of the state, which is starting to see snow.

Minnesota weather: Expected snow accumulation into the weekend

As temperatures fall going into the weekend, snow is expected to start accumulating Friday and will continue into Saturday. 

Canterbury Park cranking out snow for SnoCross
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Canterbury Park in Shakopee is working overtime to add snow for the SnoCross Championship this weekend.

Minnesota weather: Tips for protecting your pets during frigid temperatures

After much of Minnesota finally received measurable amounts of snow this season, and colder temperatures expected ahead, the Animal Humane Society is offering tips to help keep your pet safe and comfortable for the remainder of winter.

How to save on your energy bills
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With much colder temperatures than we?ve seen so far this winter approaching in the day ahead throughout Minnesota, weatherization specialists have tips that you can use to keep your energy costs down.

How much rock salt do you need to use?
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As it turns out, you probably don't need to use as much rock salt to melt ice on your property -- and overuse is having some ill effects on the environment.

Major winter storm slams Midwest
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A major winter storm that's expected to impact two-thirds of the country has dumped 1-2 inches per snow per hour across Iowa, with cities like Milwaukee and Chicago likely seeing 6+ inches of snow. FOX 9's Kelly O'Connell has the details.