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The winter weather held off for Back Alley Bikes’ annual Bike the Blizzard fundraiser in Detroit on Sunday.

It’s been 45 years since a powerful blizzard dropped more than a foot of snow in Southeast Michigan, establishing itself as one of the more memorable weather events in recent history.

A powerful blizzard over the weekend killed more than two dozen people in western New York and dumped several feet of snow on the city of Buffalo.

We’ve been hearing the warnings for days: Blizzard conditions smacking parts of Michigan today and Saturday will make driving in some areas nearly impossible - and very dangerous. Little to no visibility for drivers, blowing snow, drifting snow and rapidly falling temperatures. They also rounded up a list of the Michigan highways they predict will be in the worst shape for driving in the next couple days. In the areas near Lake Michigan and Lake Superior, lake effect snow is forecast to continue through Sunday. Dangerous travel conditions will last into Saturday, the NWS said.

JACKSON COUNTY, MI – The winter holiday break is beginning early for some students in Jackson County due to the winter weather heading to the area. Related: Dangerous Flash-Freeze definitely in play for this evening: Close look at timelineThese Jackson-area schools are closed on Friday, Dec. 23. Related: Thursday afternoon update on Blizzard: Snow timeline, freshest accumulation updateThis post will be updated as closings come in, so check back here for updates. This post will be updated as closings come in, so check back here for updates. East Jackson Community SchoolsNorthwest Community Schools

While Southeast Michigan is under a winter storm warning ahead of the holiday weekend, parts of Western and Northern Lower Michigan are bracing for a blizzard.

Numerous states are facing Blizzard and Winter Storm Warnings as high winds, blowing snowfall and icy temperatures are impacting millions of Americans.

The Christmas weekend is near, but unfortunately so is a trifecta of snow, rain and heavy winds that may restrict your travel plans. Like many, the staff over at the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) are watching the weather closely, too, and are prepared to ensure Michiganders can travel to their holiday festivities as safely as possible, said MDOT regional spokesperson Aaron Jenkins. Related: Day-by-day storm guide: Possible blizzard, 50 mph wind gusts, below-zero wind chillsJenkins said MDOT works in partnership with local agencies to keep the roads clear during a winter storm like the one expected this weekend. With so many traveling to see loved ones this time of year, Michigan roads see a higher volume of travel during the holiday season. And if travel isn’t necessary, his warning is to be safe and stay off the roads.

Here is the weather forecast for Metro Detroit.

With a storm looming, right now would be the perfect time to restock your emergency kits for your home or car.

A winter storm is approaching Michigan just before Christmas, and meteorologists say any slight changes could affect the severity of the storm and its particular conditions.

A winter storm is approaching Michigan just before Christmas, and meteorologists say any slight changes could affect the severity of the storm and its particular conditions.

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The sun was shining on much of the East Coast on Sunday, a day after a vicious nor’easter brought blizzard conditions to many areas, and left more than 100,000 customers without power.

It’s been 44 years since a powerful blizzard dropped more than a foot of snow in Southeast Michigan, establishing itself as one of the more memorable weather events in recent history.

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The league issued a statement Thursday, seeking to resolve the issue.

It’s been 43 years since a powerful blizzard dropped more than a foot of snow in Southeast Michigan, establishing itself as one of the more memorable weather events in recent history.

ST. JOHN'S, NL – Residents of a Canadian town faced a snowstorm that brought them 30 inches of now over the weekend. St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada is in a state of emergency with 300 Canadian troops planned to arrive Monday morning to help take residents to emergency centers and make sure those with health issues are taken care of.

(CNN) - Two albino alligators at a Florida animal park are the proud parents of 19 gator eggs, and park officials are hoping for a bounty of the rare white creatures. The eggs were discovered this month at Wild Florida Airboats and Gator Park, about an hour's drive south of Orlando. Park officials crossed their fingers for a possible mating between the two and got their wish when they noticed the gators' changing behavior going into mating season. Because they are really, really rare, we want to pull them and just ensure they get every chance they can to hatch out and be successful," Biddle said in a video on the park's Facebook page. Park officials say that with the incubator, the eggs' chances of viability jump from about 60% to about 95%.

A snowstorm can have a major impact on the local or statewide economy. Senior Vice President of Siemens Kenneth Meyers joins CBSN with details.

Parts of the New Jersey shore were hit with significant flooding of icy waters. Some residents say the storm surge was greater than that of superstorm Sandy. Jericka Duncan reports from Wildwood, NJ.

East Coast blizzard claims over 28 lives The record-breaking blizzard that slammed the East Coast continues to claim lives. At least 28 people died from car accidents, heart attacks, and carbon monoxide poisoning. Officials are urging people to stay vigilant during the clean up. Kris Van Cleave reports from Washington, D.C., where two feet of snow fell.

A powerful blizzard is dumping historic amounts of snow on the Eastern Seaboard and has shut down the country's most populous city; it's a snowstorm tradition: run to the grocery store and grab all the bread and milk you can

The first signs of the major blizzard forecasted to hit the East Coast have arrived. The snowstorm is already being blamed for at least six deaths. Kris Van Cleave reports on what to expect.

Why the blizzard forecast was so off for the Blizzard of 2015 The National Weather Service dramatically overestimated the amound of snow for New York and other areas for the Blizzard of 2015. "Weather Underground" meteorologist Jeff Masters joins CBSN's Christine Johnson and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss what went wrong with the forecast.

Yeti sighting in Boston blizzard? Locals claim to have spotted a "Yeti" roaming the snow-battered streets of Boston during the storm Monday. CBSN's Elaine Quijano and Vicente Arenas report.

Arctic blast takes aim at millions Blizzard watches have been issued for parts of New England as a powerful storm system moves towards the Northeast. The storm is expected to bring high winds and snow accumulation from a few inches to a foot of snow Tuesday into Wednesday. CBS Chicago station WBBM's meteorologist Megan Glaros tracks the latest.