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Historic Winter Storm
Bears Down on Midwest

Forecasters warn of record snowfall and dangerous wind chills as the system moves across six states. Evacuations underway in parts of Illinois and Indiana.

By Elena Voss & National Weather Desk
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ALERT: Winter storm watches now in effect for 11 states
WORLD: EU reaches new climate agreement in Brussels
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NATIONAL • 14m ago

Winter Storm Marcus: 14 States Under Warning as Snow Totals Mount

The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings from Colorado to Ohio. Chicago is bracing for up to 18 inches of snow by Thursday evening. Officials have opened warming centers in 27 counties.

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NATIONAL • 2h ago

Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Clears Senate with Strong Majority

The $1.2 trillion package includes major investments in bridges, broadband access, and clean water systems. The bill now heads to the House where passage is expected by early March. President has already signaled support.

Sarah Kline
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NATIONAL • Yesterday

California Wildfires Force Evacuations of 14,000 Residents

Firefighters are battling three major blazes in Northern California. The largest fire has already consumed 62,000 acres. Governor Newsom declared a state of emergency as dry conditions continue across the region.

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BUSINESS

Markets & Economy

MARKETS +1.8%

Dow Jones surges on strong jobs report and cooling inflation data

Wall Street rallied as the latest employment numbers showed continued strength in the labor market while inflation continued to moderate. Analysts now project two rate cuts this year.

By Priya Patel • 3h ago
CORPORATE -2.4%

Tech giant announces major layoffs as it pivots to AI focus

The company will cut 7,500 positions globally in a major restructuring. CEO stated the move will allow the company to invest heavily in artificial intelligence infrastructure.

By Marcus Rivera • 6h ago
ENERGY

Oil prices climb as OPEC+ extends production cuts into Q3

Crude oil prices rose 3.4% in early trading following the announcement from the cartel. Energy analysts say the decision is aimed at supporting prices amid slowing global demand.

By Lena Voss • Jan 31
WORLD

Global Developments

EUROPE

EU leaders approve sweeping new AI regulatory framework

The landmark legislation will place strict requirements on high-risk artificial intelligence systems, including requirements for transparency and human oversight.

By Thomas Berger • 8h ago
ASIA

Japan's economy contracts for second consecutive quarter

The world's third-largest economy shrank 0.4% in the final quarter of last year, raising concerns of a potential recession and prompting new fiscal measures.

By Mei Lin • Yesterday
INVESTIGATIONS

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Atlas News analyzed two decades of USDA data to uncover how shifting weather patterns have altered crop yields, farm profitability, and food prices. The findings are more dramatic than previously reported.

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