TxDOT defends their brine treatment against criticism ahead of a Houston winter storm, while the city prepares for hazardous road conditions and local services adjust operations.

Phoenix's weather forecast predicts sunny skies with a chance of showers and thunderstorms today, and a mix of sunny and partly cloudy conditions for the rest of the week.

Los Angeles will experience mild temperatures and morning fog throughout the week, with sunshine increasing and reaching a high of 73 degrees by Friday.

Hawaiian weather to remain unstable with moisture today, improving over the weekend. Winds to shift from east-southeasterly to light and southerly. Afternoon showers expected in some areas with possible thunderstorms over the Big Island's summits.

The NWS forecasts slight rain and gusty winds for Las Vegas, with boating conditions affected and cooler Sunday temps. Next week should bring warmer, calmer weather.

The National Weather Service in Portland issued a cold weather advisory for Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington, warning of low temperatures and wind chills as low as 15-25°F.

EPA crews keep treating acid drainage at Iron Mountain while the Afterthought Mine — added to the Superfund list — enters years of study.

A blown transformer left about 15 South Milwaukee homes without power and heat; We Energies crews replaced the unit in roughly three hours amid dangerous wind chills.

San Diego is experiencing cooler temperatures with possible rain and snow in mountain areas. Windy conditions are expected through Cajon Pass. Weather will improve with milder conditions and weak Santa Ana winds from Sunday.

San Francisco is set to experience gusty offshore winds and morning fog, clearing mid-morning for a sunny Saturday. Nighttime will bring cooler temperatures, with a weak storm possible mid-week.

Chicago faces severe cold with wind chills down to -21 degrees, and a winter storm that could bring 1 to 6 inches of snow overnight into Sunday, creating hazardous travel conditions.

Seattle and surrounding areas are experiencing a significant temperature drop, with a Cold Weather Advisory issued until 9 AM PST warning of temperatures between 20-25 degrees.

Cloudy morning with temps near 25°F; sun returns with highs near 35°F. Expect a sharp dip before dawn Sunday with wind chills in the mid-teens.