The National Weather Service issued an updated winter weather advisory at 2:18 p.m. EST on Tuesday valid from 10 p.m. EST until Wednesday 7 a.m. EST for Menominee County.

The winter solstice, which usually occurs on Dec. 21 or 22, is when the tilt of the Northern Hemisphere is farthest from the sun, and marks the shortest day and longest night of the year and the start of winter in the Northern Hemisphere.

Battlefield 6 's Winter Offensive update rolled out today, adding a snowy map variant, winter-themed cosmetics, a balancing pass, and unfortunately a handful of day one bugs. According to the Battlefield Comms X account,

The longest night of the year is nearing as we get closer to the first day of winter. Here's when to expect the season to change.

Heavy snow falling in Minnesota on Tuesday is having an impact on schools on Wednesday. With a winter storm currently dropping heavy snow in parts of the state, a number of school districts are starting to make announcements ahead of Wednesday clases.

There are 40 counties in Michigan under winter weather alerts due to the chance of up to six inches of snow. As a winter storm is expected to move through Michigan, here’s a list of counties that are under a winter weather advisory from 10 p.m. on Tuesday until 4 p.m. on Wednesday:

Many books have memorable moments or major plot points set in locations with chilly winter weather. Try this short quiz to see how many you remember from recent novels.

Stay warm without overspending. Discover five winter wardrobe essentials retirees can buy at Kohl’s for under $30.

AS TEMPERATURES plummet and stay plummeted, it's time we start finalizing our winter wardrobes from head to toe. That is to say: don't skimp on the accessories and overlook a certain cold-weather classic until when you need it the most—the winter hat.

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Some Minnesota drivers are facing slick roads Tuesday morning after light snow created challenging conditions ahead of an incoming winter storm.