Winter Storm Grounds Hundreds in Chicago, Denver, NYC

March 17, 2026·20 days ago·via Nomad Lawyer

A massive winter storm grounds hundreds of flights, hitting Chicago, Denver, and New York City hardest as it dumps record snow across the Northeast and Midwest. New York Governor Kathy Hochul declares a state of emergency, canceling early voting and closing LaGuardia Airport while suspending NJ Transit and NYC Ferry services. Philadelphia schools shut from January 26-28, and Washington D.C. closes federal offices and cancels classes through January 30 after 6.9 inches of snow.

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