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Stories from December 25, 2022

South Dakota governor expands National Guard help for tribes

The cooperation to deploy the National Guard underscored the desperate situation in western South Dakota. Tribal officials say snow drifts have formed as high as 10 feet, blocking roads and stranding families with dwindling supplies for heating and food.
by The Associated Press

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Frigid monster storm across U.S. claims at least 25 lives

Frigid monster storm across U.S. claims at least 25 lives

The storm unleashed its full fury on Western New York with hurricane-force winds and snow causing whiteout conditions, paralyzing emergency response efforts.
by The Associated Press

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Body of missing 20-year-old Stillwater man found

Body of missing 20-year-old Stillwater man found

The body of 20-year-old George Musser was found after a daylong search Sunday. Family and friends plan to hold a vigil to honor him Monday evening.
by MPR News Staff

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Light snow Sunday; Becoming much milder this week

Light snow Sunday; Becoming much milder this week

Winds have diminished. Cold again for Christmas Day with light snow sweeping southeast.
by Bill Endersen

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Much less windy Sunday; Light snow later in the day

Much less windy Sunday; Light snow later in the day

Winds diminished Saturday night. An Alberta clipper system will bring light snow later on Sunday.
by Bill Endersen

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How the James Webb Space Telescope transformed astronomy this year

How the James Webb Space Telescope transformed astronomy this year

One year ago, on Christmas Day, the James Webb Space Telescope was launched. Since it began collecting data, it has captured — in stunning detail — previously unobservable stars, planets and galaxies.
by Kai McNamee and Mallory Yu

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Snow returns Christmas afternoon and evening; much warmer temps by midweek

Snow returns Christmas afternoon and evening; much warmer temps by midweek

Wind chill advisories continue Saturday evening into early Sunday. Many of us will see some afternoon and evening snowflakes on Christmas. We have details on that, plus a look at the much warmer temps that are on tap for Wednesday through Friday.
by Ron Trenda

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