Lake Tahoe avalanche: What we know about the victims and survivors

Authorities say 15 people were on a three-day skiing trip. Here's what we know so far about the victims and survivors of the avalanche.

Lake Tahoe avalanche: 8 backcountry skiers dead, 1 still missing

Nevada County Sheriff Shannan Moon said in addition to those who died, there were six people rescued, whose ages range from 30 to 55.

9 people missing in Tahoe avalanche, sheriff's officials say

Search and rescue teams with the Nevada County Sheriff's Office are responding to an avalanche on Tuesday with 9 people unaccounted for, off Interstate 80 near Donner Summit and Truckee. Six survivors were located and are being brought to safety, officials say. 

Bay Area storm timeline: Coldest system of the season sweeps through

A dynamic weather system rolled through the Bay Area this week, bringing heavy rain, a potent cold front, and thunderstorms to the region. 

Live updates: Rain pummels Bay Area, bringing downed trees and power outages

Rain has arrived in the Bay Area, marking the coldest storm of the season. Here are the latest weather updates around the region, and how long the storm is sticking around.

Apostle Islands ice caves closed due to winter storm

The Apostle Island ice caves on Lake Superior, which reopened on Monday for the first time since 2015, are closing on Tuesday due to a winter storm. They could remain closed for several days as conditions are evaluated.

Bay Area weather: Cold storm brings steady rain, thunderstorm threat

After long stretches of dry weather this winter, a cold storm swept across the Bay Area, bringing steady rain, gusty winds and the threat of minor flooding.

Lake Erie ice crack forming: See video

Satellite imagery revealed a massive crack ripping across frozen Lake Erie as ice levels surge.

Wildfire smoke pollution linked to more than 24K deaths a year, study finds

Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.

Two teens died in sledding accidents amid major winter weekend storm

The two teenagers died in separate sledding accidents in Arkansas and Texas over the weekend as a huge winter storm hit multiple states.

Here's how much snow and ice the US got this weekend

A massive winter storm brought snow, sleet and ice from Texas to New England this weekend. Here’s a look at the outcomes.

Northern lights expected to light up sky in parts of the US Monday

A severe geomagnetic storm watch is in effect Monday night as people prepare for northern lights to dazzle the night sky across the U.S. Here's where.

2025 was one of the hottest years on record, data finds

2025 became one of Earth’s warmest year on record, according to data. Here’s where the year ranked.

Marin County crews still pumping floodwaters after storm, king tides

Sunshine and clear skies returned to Marin County on Tuesday, a welcome sight for residents affected by widespread flooding caused by king tides and heavy weekend rain.

Businesses reopen in Marin County after massive storm flooding

Cleanup efforts were underway Tuesday for business owners in Marin County after weekend flooding left parts of the area submerged under feet of standing water, forcing closures and causing extensive damage.