WASHINGTON — Tornadoes are terrifying no matter when they hit—but when they spin up in the dark of night, they become even more dangerous. While overall tornado deaths in the U.S. have dropped since ...

According to the Storm Prediction, the strongest storms could generate hail up to 3 inches in diameter (the size of baseballs and large apples) and strong tornadoes.

The latest severe weather forecasts show late Thursday is a time to be concerned about significantly strong thunderstorms.

The threat for severe storms will then really increase Friday into Friday night as low pressure drags a front through here.

More than 1,000 Starbucks baristas at 75 U.S. stores have gone on strike since Sunday to protest a new company dress code, a union representing the coffee giant’s workers said Wednesday.