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Snowmobiler dies in avalanche near Montana-Idaho border

Snowmobiler dies in avalanche near Montana-Idaho border

A snowmobiler died in an avalanche near the Montana-Idaho border over the weekend. It is Idaho’s first avalanche fatality of the 2025-2026 season. The slide occurred on Feb. 22 north of the Keg Springs trailhead in the Centennial Mountains near Island Park, Idaho, according to the Gallatin

Winter storm blankets US northeast as travel bans imposed

Winter storm blankets US northeast as travel bans imposed

More than 40 million people were under weather warnings in the northeastern United States on Monday, as a winter storm dumped shin-deep snow and officials in New York enforced a citywide travel ban. The so-called "Nor'easter" pummeled the region overnight, disrupting flights and leaving

US winter storm brings rare hush to snowy New York

US winter storm brings rare hush to snowy New York

New York's typically bustling streets were almost deserted Monday after a huge snowstorm carpeted the city, where a nonessential travel ban inconvenienced some but offered a fun day out for others. Buses and ambulances equipped with snow chains rolled through a quieter-than-usual Manhattan, while many shops

Blizzard blows New Yorkers' plans off course

Blizzard blows New Yorkers' plans off course

New Yorkers were left scrambling Sunday after authorities announced non-essential road journeys would be banned in response to what's expected to be the worst blizzard in a decade. Ahead of the 9:00 pm traffic ban, the intensity of the storm slashed visibility to the extent that

Avalanche forecasters warn of ‘considerable’ slide risks after late-winter storm

Avalanche forecasters warn of ‘considerable’ slide risks after late-winter storm

After minimal snowfall across Montana most of the winter, the arrival of a heavy storm this week has led avalanche forecasters to warn recreators about “considerable” slide risks across several mountain ranges. The Flathead Avalanche Center on Thursday issued a special avalanche warning that lasts through Sunday for several northwest

Nordic Ski Club slides through a slow winter

Nordic Ski Club slides through a slow winter

This winter’s snowfall has been less than ideal for skiers and snowboarders. However, that isn’t stopping campus organizations like the MSU Nordic Ski Club from trying to get out on the snow. The club, which has around 20 active members, provides an opportunity for skiers of all skill

Actually, We Can Take Action Against Climate Change

Actually, We Can Take Action Against Climate Change

When we read news about rising oceans or see pictures of polar bears stranded on melting ice floes, individual action against climate change can seem futile. This relentless doom — with almost no coverage on climate progress — only teaches us to expect failure. News agencies love to highlight the doomsday deadlines,