Philadelphia, New Jersey winter weather checklist: How to prepare for snow and ice this weekend

As measurable snowfall and bitter cold approach the Philadelphia area this weekend, weather forecasters are urging residents to prepare now — from stocking essentials to planning for potential disruptions to travel, schools and work.

What is the polar vortex? Why it matters as snow and Arctic cold threaten the Northeast

What is the polar vortex? This article explains what a polar vortex is in simple terms, how it influences winter weather in the U.S., and why meteorologists talk about it during major cold events.

Watch: Trump speaks at World Economic Forum in Switzerland

President Trump delivered an address at the World Economic Forum Wednesday, as tensions are rising with European leaders. Here’s what to know about the meeting.

Fugitive hides under bed before US Marshals take him into custody

The United States Marshals Service arrested Keantray Davon Bryant-Muellner after he was found hiding underneath a child's bed.

Timothy Busfield can be released pending trial, judge rules

A judge has ordered that actor Timothy Busfield be released from jail during a detention hearing on child sex abuse charges.

Levittown man charged in Woodbury child sexual assault

Sean M. Flohr, 26, of Levittown, Pa., has been charged with multiple offenses related to sexual assault of a minor and child sexual abuse material, according to the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office

Walz's office, 5 other MN government offices served subpoenas in ICE obstruction investigation

The U.S. Department of Justice has served grand jury subpoenas to six Minnesota government offices. The subpoenas are part of a federal investigation into alleged conspiracy to coerce or obstruct federal law enforcement.