A winter storm closed schools ... Several inches of snow covered the Wilmington area Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, creating picturesque scenes but dangerous travel conditions.

A rare winter storm ... Here are scenes from across a country bracing itself against the cold. Temperatures were expected to drop to 21 degrees in New Orleans by Tuesday night but were forecast ...

This is the breathtaking moment heavy snow created a stunning winter scene as it blanketed homes ... Donner Pass Road in downtown on Saturday night, December 14, with Christmas decorations shining ...