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Snow, ice and bitter cold grips US from the Midwest to East Coast
Several US states have closed schools and government offices.
Heaviest snowfall in a decade possible as winter storm hits parts of US
At least 8in of snow was expected as the National Weather Service issued winter storm warnings from Kansas and Missouri to New Jersey.
Major winter storm plunges large parts of US into severe cold
The National Weather Service has issued winter storm warnings from Kansas and Missouri to New Jersey.
Abortion rights campaigners celebrate victories in seven states
However, Florida, Nebraska and South Dakota defeated similar constitutional amendments, leaving bans in place.
Abortion rights advocates win in four US states but lose in Florida
There were contrasting fortunes for abortion rights supporters in Missouri and Florida.
Taylor Swift holds ‘album release party’ for re-recorded album at Missouri show
On Friday the US megastar dropped the re-recorded version of her 2010 album Speak Now, which has immediately dominated the charts.
Man executed for killing two jailers during failed escape bid in 2000
Michael Tisius shot two men dead at Randolph County Jail in an attempt to spring inmate Roy Vance.
Explainer: Shooting of black teenager Ralph Yarl in Kansas City
The 16-year-old was shot in the head and arm after going to the wrong house to pick up his younger brothers.
Copeland Distillery sends first shipments to US after securing new trade deals
A DONAGHADEE-based distiller has begun shipping its products to six states in America, with a further five to be added by the end of the year.
Police officers plant flags in dog poo to get residents to clean up after pets
Officers in Springfield, Missouri, said it costs over £6,000 a year to clear up dog poo from the city.