Weekly Windows Wrap: Windows 11 is a dumpster fire ? and only a fake Windows Phone can save us
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 18:29:58 +0000
Between disastrous Patch Tuesday bugs and hackers maliciously abusing Microsoft?s brand for phishing scams, Windows 11 users are under siege, leaving a third-party "Windows phone" as one of the week?s only bright spots.

Windows 11?s Patch Tuesday nightmare gets worse ? Microsoft says some PCs might not boot
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 17:47:34 +0000
Microsoft has posted an online bulletin confirming that the company is investigating reports that state Windows 11's latest security update has rendered some PCs unbootable.

Xbox has a shovelware problem ? 40% of 2025 releases were Gamerscore spam, according to a new report
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:58:00 +0000
New data from TrueAchievements reveals that nearly 40% of Xbox games released in 2025 were spam titles designed around easy Gamerscore. The report highlights growing storefront clutter and Gamerscore inflation.

It's shocking what Game Freak has been able to do when it steps out of Nintendo's shadow
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:44:25 +0000
I've analysed Game Freak's latest showcase for its upcoming action-RPG, Beast of Reincarnation, and found myself intrigued by it. With its post-apocalyptic setting and action-packed gameplay, this game has the potential to be a hit and convince Game Freak that it doesn't need Pokémon anymore to be successful.

Banjo-Kazooie is BACK ... sort of ? 'Banjo Recompiled' for PC brings widescreen, high framerates, and Steam Deck support
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:39:02 +0000
Banjo-Kazooie has been recompiled into a native PC release using a fan led project called Banjo Recompiled. The N64 classic now runs on Windows, Linux, and Steam Deck with modern features.

Windows 11 silver lining: Why we still call this OS home ? what do you love most?
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:26:12 +0000
From handheld gaming breakthroughs to the power of WSL, the Windows Central team shares why they?re still passionate about the Windows ecosystem.

Microsoft issues SECOND emergency out of band update for Windows 11 to address disastrous Patch Tuesday bugs ? KB5078127 released globally
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 23:32:26 +0000
Another out of band update has been issued to Windows 11 users to address a major bug that caused Outlook to become inoperable after January's disastrous Patch Tuesday updates.

If every Xbox game can hit Fable's apparent AAA quality ? it's destined for a bright future
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 16:35:23 +0000
Xbox might have shed exclusivity, but in a post-Roblox world, it absolutely had no choice.

CSAM using streamer 'Lacari' caught red-handed by ... Microsoft Notepad ? posts apology, denial after being banned
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 15:09:28 +0000
Twitch streamer "Lacari" opened Notepad while live, not realizing that the new version saves your previous session. Oh boy.

AMD's new Ryzen 7 9850X3D has a price and release date ? it's more affordable than I was expecting, putting the 9800X3D's future into question
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 14:19:03 +0000
AMD has confirmed a January 29 launch date for its Ryzen 7 9850X3D, and the chip will debut with a $499 price tag. That's only $31 more than the 9800X3D, putting the older chip's future into question.

I tested HYTE's cute X50 PC case to see its cat paws and curved glass in person ? I can't believe how much I love it
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000
Do bubbly little "feet" and quirky colors make the HYTE X50 a good PC case? Here's what I think about this quirky option and how I tested it at home.

Microsoft confirms it will give the FBI your Windows PC data encryption key if asked ? you can thank Windows 11's forced online accounts for that
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 01:59:16 +0000
Windows 11's online Microsoft Account requirement means your PC is automatically backing up its data encryption key to the cloud, and Microsoft says it will hand those over to the FBI if asked.

Minecraft-inspired RPG Hytale hires creator of some of its first mods as a dev ? "Keeping our promise to hire from within the community!"
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 23:00:14 +0000
A week and a half after Hytale's launch, its developer Hypixel Studios has hired one of the game's first modders.

Windows 11 won?t even let some users uninstall KB5074109 ? error 0x800f0905 is blocking the rollback. Try these tips to fix.
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 22:40:12 +0000
If you're dealing with error 0x800F0905 when trying uninstall KB5074109 on Windows 11, you're not alone, and you can try these troubleshooting steps to fix it.

This huge, hotly anticipated Xbox game is "coming on really well," but Xbox's publishing lead can't say more ? "I think the [PR] in this room will murder me"
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 22:10:15 +0000
Six years after its initial announcement in 2020, Xbox's State of Decay 3 is "coming on really well" according to Xbox Game Studios head Craig Duncan.

Connor Zilisch committed to NASCAR, but 'wouldn't say no' to future F1 shot
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 06:53:44 +0000
The 19-year-old Connor Zilisch is already a class winner in the Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona, winning on debut in LMP2 two years ago. This weekend, he is making his GTP debut with the Whelen Cadillac squad and having a blast s they contend for a podium spot.
But just a few weeks from now, he will embark on his first full-time season as NASCAR Cup driver, taking the wheel of the No. 88 Trackhouse ...Keep reading

Video: Hendrick Motorsports unveils new 35,000 square-foot athletic center
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:52:57 +0000
Hendrick Motorsports says its all-new 35,000 square-foot training center rivals those seen in some of the top athletic colleges at professional sports team, and the pictures and videos released of the inside appear to support that claim. They scouted several complexes for inspiration, including Clemson, Auburn and Alabama, as well as the MLS' Charlotte FC and even Fort Bragg.
In partnership ...Keep reading

Pacific Life Insurance seeks Kyle Busch $8.5m lawsuit dismissal
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:07:21 +0000
?The Complaint here is filled with inflammatory and disingenuous rhetoric, but none of it shows any wrongful conduct by Pacific Life.?
This is the key component of the argument made by Pacific Life Insurance in a legal filing on Thursday morning that motioned Judge Matthew E. Orso of the Western District of North Carolina to dismiss the lawsuit brought forth against it and an independent ...Keep reading

Chandler Smith to attempt Daytona 500 with Front Row Motorsports
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:30:40 +0000
Chandler Smith will attempt to qualify for the 68th running of the Daytona 500 next month. He will pilot the No. 36 Front Row Motorsports Ford Mustang. FRM also has three chartered cars with locked in spots -- the No. 4 of Noah Gragson, the No. 34 of Todd Gilliland, and the No. 38 of Zane Smith.
Smith also competes full-time in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series with FRM. He has made two ...Keep reading

RFK Racing brings back the No. 99, signs Corey LaJoie for the Daytona 500
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 19:29:38 +0000
RFK Racing will bring four cars to the 68th running of the Daytona 500 in February. Alongside the charted entries of Chris Buescher (No. 17), Ryan Preece (No. 60), and team co-owner Brad Keselowski (No. 6), the team will add an additional open entry.
Corey LaJoie will drive the No. 99 Ford Mustang and will attempt to qualify for NASCAR?s biggest race. While that car number was utilized by ...Keep reading

Bowman Gray legend Burt Myers to run NASCAR Cup Clash at historic short track
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 18:50:45 +0000
Burt Myers will be back behind the wheel of a NASCAR Cup car in the pre-season Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium. He will again drive the No. 50 Chevrolet for Team Amerivet. In 2025, he failed to advance into the main event after a crash involving Ricky Stenhouse Jr., who was humorously part of the team's 2026 announcement video.
 
Myers made his official Cup debut in a points-paying race when ...Keep reading

All four Hendrick Cup drivers to share JR Motorsports car in 2026
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 14:49:25 +0000
In 2025, we got accustomed to seeing the No. 88 JR Motorsports Chevrolet in Victory Lane, courtesy of Connor Zilisch and his ten wins.
For this year, it was already announced that Rajah Caruth will pilot the car in 23 of 33 NOAPS races during the 2026 season.
However, we  now know who will drive the car in the other ten events. With Hendrick Motorsports taking its No. 17 full-time with ...Keep reading

Beard Motorsports confirms Daytona 500 attempt with Anthony Alfredo
Tue, 20 Jan 2026 14:07:59 +0000
Beard Motorsports will be among the open cars attempting to qualify for the 68th running of the Daytona 500 next month with its No. 62 Chevrolet. Anthony Alfredo will be the driver with DUDE Wipes as the primary sponsor.
Alfredo failed to make the 500 last year, but the same duo made the cut in 2024. Alfredo started 39th and finished 27th.
?There is nothing like being in Daytona Beach in ...Keep reading

Every change on the NASCAR Cup grid you need to know before 2026 season
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 18:41:27 +0000
There was minimal movement throughout the NASCAR Cup Series garage during the off-season, but still enough to talk about. Beyond driver moves, there were also a couple of manufacturer changes and a flurry of crew chief swaps that will be notable stories to follow during the year.
Here's a look at what's different for 2026:
Drivers on the move

Connor Zilisch, Trackhouse Racing ...Keep reading

Carrie Underwood almost passed on one of her biggest hits over concerns about her image
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:44:46 GMT
Carrie Underwood reveals she almost passed on "Before He Cheats," thinking it was "too aggressive" for her sweet farm girl image from "American Idol."

WNBA star Breanna Stewart calls to 'abolish ICE' before Unrivaled game
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:35:41 GMT
New York Liberty star Breanna Stewart held up an "Abolish ICE" sign before she played an Unrivaled game with the Mist against the Vinyl on Sunday.

Minnesota ICE official urges protests to remain peaceful amid tensions 'like nothing I've ever seen before'
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:34:30 GMT
Minnesota ICE official calls for peaceful protests after federal agent shootings rock Minneapolis, describing unprecedented unrest in Twin Cities.

Amber Heard claims Johnny Depp lawsuit left her voiceless nearly four years after explosive trial
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:16:18 GMT
Amber Heard discusses the Johnny Depp lawsuit impact in new Sundance documentary "Silenced," revealing how defamation suits can silence women speaking out.

Carney pushes back on Trump's 100% tariff threat over China trade deals with Canada amid tensions
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:12:06 GMT
Canadian PM Mark Carney pushes back against Trump's 100% tariff threat, firmly denying plans for China free trade deal after recent diplomatic visit.

Italy?s Meloni rebukes Trump remarks on NATO?s role in Afghanistan
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:10:43 GMT
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni calls Trump's NATO comments about Afghanistan "unacceptable," defending Italy's sacrifice of 53 soldiers killed in the conflict.

White House accuses Walz of undermining law enforcement, blocking ICE cooperation
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:07:03 GMT
Federal-state clash erupts as Trump officials criticize Tim Walz over immigration enforcement policies. Governor demands removal of federal agents.

Texas cult in crosshairs of killer mom?s bathtub slayings case as questions hang over family horror
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:00:36 GMT
New documentary explores shocking allegations that Andrea Yates was influenced by religious cult before drowning her five children in 2001 Texas tragedy.

Brooklyn Beckham?s family journey: from ?the best mum and dad in the world? to a broken relationship
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:00:07 GMT
A look back at Brooklyn Beckham's life over the years after he slammed his famous parents, David and Victoria Beckham, for trying to control him his whole life.

Key Senator won't fund DHS as ICE, federal agents enter his state
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 18:57:18 GMT
Senate Democrats plan to block the homeland security funding bill after the shooting of Alex Pretti by a border patrol agent as the deadline to fund the government rapidly approaches.

Paige Spiranac shares new look after giving followers 'friendly reminder'
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 18:55:40 GMT
Golf influencer Paige Spiranac debuted a new hairstyle on Friday, sharing it with her social media followers. Spiranac has been out of the spotlight for a few weeks.

Trump says it 'is too late' to stop the White House ballroom construction amid lawsuit
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 18:47:41 GMT
President Donald Trump's unilateral decision to tear down the East Wing and replace it with a proposed lavish ballroom has come under scrutiny in the courts.

Deputy AG defends ICE agents in Minnesota, says officers are 'acting humanely'
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 18:37:17 GMT
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche defended federal law enforcement actions in Minneapolis amid growing criticism over alleged misconduct Sunday.

Meghan Markle?s Hollywood dream crumbles as viewers tune out ?inauthentic? series: experts
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 18:37:05 GMT
Meghan Markle's Netflix show, ?With Love, Meghan," was reportedly canceled after poor ratings. Royal experts say they?re not surprised by the streaming axe.

Macron says children's brains are 'not for sale,' urges fast-track to ban social media for kids under 15
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 18:35:36 GMT
French President Emmanuel Macron pushes lawmakers to ban social media for kids under 15, saying children's emotions won't be manipulated by "American Platforms" or "Chinese algorithms."

Alex Palou ordered to pay McLaren Racing $12M in breach of contract suit
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 19:07:19 GMT
It is not clear if Chip Ganassi, the team owner Palou drives for in IndyCar, is covering any of the losses.

Why Colton Herta is leaving IndyCar for junior series F2
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:43:19 GMT
Herta says he hopes to race in the Indianapolis 500, despite potential conflicts with his F2 schedule.

Will Power is determined to make Penske regret writing him off as he joins Andretti
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 03:19:50 GMT
Power's determination and experience are expected to boost Andretti's performance this season.

Six-time IndyCar champion Scott Dixon receives a knighthood from New Zealand
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 19:22:56 GMT
?I?ve been called a lot of things, but I never thought that ?Sir? was going to be one of them," Dixon said.

Rahal Letterman Lanigan adds Mick Schumacher, son of seven-time world champ, to 2026 IndyCar lineup
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 19:13:24 GMT
Mick Schumacher is coming to America to jump-start his racing career.

Valentino Rossi passes on McLaren's Indy 500 seat, Ryan Hunter-Reay steps in
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 19:34:06 GMT
Rossi is considered one of the greatest motorcycle racers ever and is the only road racer to have competed in 400 or more Grands Prix.

Indy 500 winner Alex Palou has likeness unveiled on Borg-Warner Trophy
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:13:54 GMT
As he has for every winner of the "500" since 1990, renowned sculptor Will Behrends crafted Palou's image for the Borg-Warner Trophy.

Ryan Hunter-Reay joins Arrow McLaren for 2026 Indianapolis 500
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 23:25:31 GMT
Hunter-Reay, the 2014 winner of the "500" and 2012 IndyCar Series champion, will drive the No. 31 Chevrolet.

AJ Foyt Racing signs Indy NXT runner-up Collet for full 2026 IndyCar campaign
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 20:56:35 GMT
Caio Collet will drive the No. 4 Chevrolet with backing from Brazilian logistics company Combitrans Amazonia in all 17 IndyCar races.

McLaren vs. Palou: A $20.7M lawsuit over broken promises and disappearing messages
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 21:18:07 GMT
Closing arguments have been presented in McLaren's lawsuit against IndyCar champion Alex Palou.

2026 Indy 500, Brickyard 400 tickets on sale now
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:45:00 GMT
Tickets for 2026 marquee events at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway are now on sale online. Here's what you need to know.

Formula One driver Mick Schumacher returns to Indianapolis to turn laps on road course in an IndyCar
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 22:10:02 GMT
Mick Schumacher got a glimpse of the Indianapolis 500 in May. Whether he makes this area his next racing home is still to be decided.

Officials explore bringing IndyCar race back to Cleveland
Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:30:16 GMT
The Greater Cleveland Sports Commission confirmed it is exploring the potential opportunity to bring an IndyCar race to the streets of downtown Cleveland in 2028.

Andretti Global hires Ron Ruzewski as team principal, reuniting him with driver Will Power
Wed, 24 Sep 2025 17:00:06 GMT
Ruzewski, a former Team Penske executive, will start in January. He replaces Rob Edwards, who will become chief performance officer for TWG Motorsports.

David Malukas joins Team Penske as new driver of No. 12 IndyCar entry
Thu, 18 Sep 2025 18:53:44 GMT
Malukas replaces Will Power, who announced he had signed with Andretti Global to drive the No. 26 car for 2026.

IndyCar announces 2026 schedule with new races in Phoenix, Arlington
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 15:56:05 GMT
Start times for the 2026 events will be announced at a later date, officials said.

IndyCar says no Mexico City race for 2026 due to World Cup impact
Sat, 13 Sep 2025 22:08:17 GMT
The news also comes less than a month after NASCAR announced it would be one-and-done in Mexico City.

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Two NFL conference title games, two matchup previews: We have predictions, score picks and X factors
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:52:04 EST
Drake Maye vs. Jarrett Stidham. Matthew Stafford vs. Sam Darnold. We have picks, stats to know and more for the AFC and NFC title games.

Breaking down Pats-Broncos, Rams-Seahawks via Next Gen Stats
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:52:03 EST
Drake Maye vs. the blitz? Sam Darnold using play-action? Here are key metrics to help analyze Sunday's games.

Sources: Gannon agrees to become Packers DC
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:30:57 EST
The Packers have agreed to terms with former Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon to be their defensive coordinator, sources told ESPN.

Grizzlies-Nuggets postponed due to winter storm
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:30:58 EST
Sunday's game between the Nuggets and Grizzlies was postponed because of travel issues caused by the massive winter storm spreading across much of the United States.

Reed: Haven't yet finalized new deal with LIV
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:30:58 EST
Patrick Reed says he is a free agent and hasn't yet finalized his contract to play in the LIV Golf League this season.

Team Penske gets 3-peat in Rolex 24 at Daytona
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:30:58 EST
Roger Penske's team won the Rolex 24 at Daytona for a third straight year, becoming the third squad in the 64-year history of the prestigious endurance race to do so.

Man Utd into top 4 with win over leader Arsenal
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:30:58 EST
Matheus Cunha struck in the 88th minute to hand Manchester United a sensational victory which dents Arsenal's title hopes.

Sources: Broncos' Nix to be sidelined 12 weeks
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:30:58 EST
Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is expected to be sidelined 12 weeks after undergoing surgery last week on his broken right ankle, sources told ESPN.

White: UFC 324 fight pulled for suspicious betting
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:30:58 EST
UFC CEO Dana White confirmed a lightweight fight between Alexander Hernandez and Michael Johnson was canceled because of suspicious betting activity.

Aussie cyclist wins race despite kangaroo crash
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:30:58 EST
Australia's Jay Vine was knocked down by a kangaroo on the final stage but recovered to win the Tour Down Under cycle race.

? Reid's NFL draft QB Hot Board: Mendoza top?
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:30:58 EST
Who are the best quarterbacks in the 2026 class? We sized up the top 12, starting with Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson.

Why Mike Vrabel vs. Sean Payton for the AFC title is an elite coaching matchup
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:37:17 EST
Payton knows the passion Vrabel brings; Vrabel is keenly aware of Payton the playcaller.

From 'I Love Drake Maye' to 'Bakemas': Inside cult celebrity of Drake and Ann Michael Maye
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:37:17 EST
While Maye had an MVP-like season on the field, he also skyrocketed in popularity off the field.

Can Sam Darnold overcome his nemesis -- the L.A. Rams -- to get to Super Bowl?
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:09:41 EST
Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold has struggled with turnovers against the Rams. Will Sunday be different?

Steelers to hire Mike McCarthy: Six questions on the new coach, plus a grade
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:21:03 EST
The Pittsburgh native and former Dallas Cowboys coach will take over a team with questions starting with QB.

Women's Bracketology: Chavez, OT win boost Sooners' hopes of hosting
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:00:04 EST
Three straight losses sent the Sooners tumbling out of the top 16. They return after beating South Carolina.

8 things to know about the men's college hoops season
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:00:23 EST
The good (Nebraska), not-so-good (Kentucky) and interesting (dominant freshmen) of the 2025-26 season so far.

Beating Arsenal puts Man United into Premier League title race
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:19:48 EST
Man United are 12 points behind league-leading Arsenal, but after beating the Gunners on Sunday, can the Red Devils pull off an unlikely title push?

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Live updates: Deadly winter storm blasts America with catastrophic ice, extreme snow
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:13:32 -0500
America's monster winter storm has turned deadly as catastrophic ice cuts power to hundreds of thousands of people and extreme snow blasts millions in the Northeast.

Arctic plunge: Polar vortex locks in snow, ice and life-threatening cold behind historic cross-country storm
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 11:43:50 -0500
Behind the historic winter storm that blasted 40 states this weekend, a dome of Arctic air associated with the polar vortex will bring days of life-threatening temperatures to much of the country, refreezing ice and snow, and potentially exacerbating widespread power outages caused by the sprawling system.

Historic winter storm blasts 245M: Snow slams Northeast, as ice cripples South with skyrocketing power outages
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 07:53:11 -0500
A historic 2,000-mile-wide winter storm is expected to peak Sunday, unleashing heavy snow, crippling ice and days of life-threatening travel conditions for more than 245 million people from New Mexico to Maine through Monday morning.

Live updates: Dangerous winter storm blasts the South as power outages skyrocket
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 05:25:56 -0500
The highly anticipated 2,300-mile-long historic winter storm is now underway, canceling flights, forcing schools to close, and knocking out power to thousands of Americans.

Timeline: Look ahead for what to expect in your area as the historic winter storm charges across the US
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 03:57:12 -0500
More than 198 million Americans are under Winter Weather Alerts, and 21 states have declared states of emergencies as a winter storm sweeps across the country. Here is a timeline of how the major winter storm will continue in the following days throughout the country.

Tornadoes possible in the Deep South amid intense winter storm
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 01:36:08 -0500
As a massive winter storm slams the United States, parts of the Deep South could see isolated tornadoes, gusty winds and severe thunderstorms on Sunday afternoon.

Historic winter storm charges across the US, causes several multi-vehicle pileups amid dangerous snow and ice
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 18:32:39 -0500
Multiple vehicle pile-ups occurred throughout the country on Saturday due to the severe weather impacting the region. The Missouri Department of Transportation reported numerous incidents popping up across the state as heavy snow continues while the Louisana State police warn of hazardous road conditions.

Massive winter storm spawns severe weather threat across Gulf Coast, Tornado Watch issued
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 15:37:24 -0500
While a massive winter storm plunges much of the country into a deep freeze of ice and snow, the same system threatens nearly 10 million people across parts of the Deep South and Gulf Coast with a new hazard ? severe thunderstorms.

Photos: Potentially historic storm unfolding across the U.S., bringing heavy snow and ice to millions
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 14:21:33 -0500
From freezing rain in Georgia, snow in Texas and sleet in Arkansas, this massive storm has already started unleashing its path of impacting over 245 million Americans.

Midwest power grid operator warns of need to conserve electricity as historic winter storm sweeps across US
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 13:22:31 -0500
A Midwest power grid operator is warning companies that customers need to start conserving energy as demand grows due to a severe winter storm moving across the U.S.

Little Rock shatters 127-year-old snow record as sprawling winter storm shuts down travel across Arkansas
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 12:46:39 -0500
Arkansas bore the early brunt of the sprawling winter storm that's expected to impact more than 40 states through the weekend. By early Saturday, some roads were blanketed by hazardous travel conditions.

Historic winter storm causes major power outages, cancels thousands of flights as 245M hunker down nationwide
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 23:58:21 -0500
A high-impact and potentially historic winter storm is underway, delivering heavy snow, crippling ice, and days of life-threatening travel conditions to more than 245 million people from Arizona to Maine through the weekend.

Crippling ice threatens millions in historic winter storm path with major power outages and travel issues
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:24:30 -0500
Millions of Americans across the South are forecast to be slammed by ice storms in the coming days as crippling ice accretion threatens widespread power outages, major transportation disruptions, falling trees and downed power lines.

These are the biggest ice storms to ever impact the US
Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:25:15 -0500
More than 240 million people across 40 states are in the path of a historic winter storm that's expected to deliver crippling snow and ice, across the U.S. But this isn't the first time the country has faced severe ice storms.