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How much snow could Denver see in April?

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 02:14:38 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- After a quiet month for snowfall in the Mile High City, could things be different over the next four weeks?On average, Denver sees 8.8 inches of snowfall in April, making it the second snowiest month of the year. Colorado town named best for a summer vacation How much snow has fallen so far this year?As of March 30, Denver has seen a total of 46.7 inches of snowfall on the season. According to the National Weather Service, Denver had a below-average March for snowfall, only getting 5.1 inches the entire month.How much snow does Denver see each month?Here’s a look the average snowfall for each month in Denver, according to the NWS.January: 6.5 inchesFebruary: 7.7 inchesMarch: 11.3 inchesApril: 8.8 inchesMay: 1.7 inchesJune: TraceJuly: 0 inchesAugust: 0 inchesSeptember: 1 inchOctober: 4.1 inchesNovember: 7.4 inchesDecember: 8 inchesLast April, Denver only received a trace of snowfall.

It's April. Where's the warmer weather?

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 02:14:38 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Temperatures in Denver have been on a roller coaster ride over the last month with the arrival of spring. The Pinpoint Weather team said the first few days of April look to start out close to normal, with highs in the 50s and 60s.What is the average temperature in April?The National Weather Service said the normal high temperature during the month of April for Denver ranges from 60 degrees to start the month to 65 degrees by the end of the month. What is the difference between altitude and elevation? The average low temperature during this month starts at 31 degrees to start the month and will raise to 38 degrees by the end of the month.April temperature recordsThe record high temperature for Denver in April is 90 degrees, set on April 30, 1992, according to the NWS. Vote: Where is the best burger in Colorado? The record low temperature in Denver in April is negative 2 degrees, set on April 2, 1975.How much snow could Denver see this month?On average, Denver see...

Ticker: Credit Suisse takeover hits heart of Swiss banking, identity

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 02:14:38 GMT

Analysts say the UBS takeover of embattled rival Credit Suisse has shaken Switzerland’s self-image and dented its reputation as a global financial center.The uncertain future of a union of Switzerland’s two global banks comes at a thorny time for Swiss identity, built nearly as much on a self-image of finesse in finance as with chocolate, watchmaking and cheese. Incoming UBS chief Sergio Ermotti says Switzerland needs a strong globally significant bank if it wants to be a financial hub.Key inflation gauge slowed in FebruaryThe Federal Reserve’s favored inflation gauge slowed sharply last month, an encouraging sign in the Fed’s yearlong effort to cool price pressures through steadily higher interest rates.Friday’s report from the Commerce Department showed that consumer prices rose 0.3% from January to February, down from a 0.6% increase from December to January. Measured year-over-year, prices rose 5%, slower than the 5.3% annual increase in January.Italy temporarily blocks ChatGPTI...

Famous surfing & therapy dog makes 'journey to the Rainbow Bridge'

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 02:14:38 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- A therapy dog known for catching waves on the Pacific waters of the San Diego coast has "made the journey to the Rainbow Bridge."Known as Surf Dog Ricochet, this local Golden Retriever spent her life supporting those with disabilities and even has a non-profit organization named on her behalf.It all started in 2009, when Ricochet jumped on a surfboard with a 14-year-old quadriplegic boy, instinctively counter-balancing the board as the pair grazed the waters, the non-profit explained. Dog matching description of canine abandoned at shelter found, dies Prior to this moment, Ricochet had participated in several surf dog competitions where she took home many prizes before switching her focus to canine-assisted surfing for those in need. (Photo released by Judy Fridono)According to the non-profit, Ricochet offered more than just surfing. She was a registered and certified therapy dog who serviced those with disabilities, wounded warriors and veterans with PTSD.Ricochet ...

2 Tornadoes touchdown in Northern Illinois, NWS confirms

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 02:14:38 GMT

CHICAGO — NWS Chicago has confirmed two tornadoes in Northern Illinois -- neither is one in Belvidere where the theatre roof and marquee collapsed.According to the NWS, one was reported west/southwest of Baileyville and one was reported near Caledonia.57 tornadoes and even more funnel clouds reported across 7 states in the Midwest and South. National Weather Service investigators will be looking into each one of these twisters in the next few days to track the speed and strength. Almost 300 reports of wind damage and wind gusts in the Chicago area reached more than 70 mph. 164 reports of large hail, 26 reports of hail 2" or greater in size which is the size of a chicken egg. 

Weekend Break: 900 North Michigan Shops

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 02:14:38 GMT

Check out this morning's Weekend Break where Marcella checks out the latest fashion in time for easter.Love the WGN Morning News? We love you, too. And you can have all the hijinks delivered to your inbox every weekday morning. Sign up and subscribe to our WGN Morning News newsletter.

Chick-fil-A changes mind, won't discontinue longtime menu item

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 02:14:38 GMT

(NEXSTAR) — Last week, Chick-fil-A announced a change to its menus nationwide — the Side Salad, which has existed on the Chick-fil-A menu in some form or another since 1989 — would be retired. The company previously said the move aimed to "simplify" its offerings.But Friday, the restaurant walked back its decision, confirming the Side Salad isn't going anywhere."At Chick-fil-A, our guests come first. Based on feedback, we have decided not to proceed with removing our Side Salad from the menu," reads a statement from Chick-fil-A shared with Nexstar on Friday. "We will continue serving the item at participating restaurant locations and hope customers continue to enjoy this menu offering." ‘Wheel of Fortune’: What’s the most (and least) a contestant can win? The salad was originally slated to leave menus on April 3. Chick-fil-A said in its previous announcement that the decision to axe the item was part of an effort "to help simplify our menu.”Many customers learned of the then-impen...

South Side Muslim non-profit to give back during Ramadan

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 02:14:38 GMT

Sadia Nawab, the director of Arts & Culture at IMAN: Inner-City Muslim Action Network, joined us to talk about the South Side-based non-profit's goals and planned events amid the holy month of Ramadan.Love the WGN Morning News? We love you, too. And you can have all the hijinks delivered to your inbox every weekday morning. Sign up and subscribe to our WGN Morning News newsletter.

Cost Plus Drugs might save Medicare members money — with a catch

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 02:14:38 GMT

(NerdWallet) - Bill Hearn’s medication to treat his mild chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, would cost him $275 per month from CVS Pharmacy through his Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. But the 69-year-old retiree living in Knoxville, Tennessee, gets a generic version delivered from a new online pharmacy, instead. It costs hundreds of dollars less.“I’d read some about Costplusdrugs.com on Twitter, so I decided to check it out,” Hearn said in an email. “Their website is very easy to use to check availability and prices, and I was surprised to find a $75 per month price for the same medication (as a generic). The price was lowered to $60.50 last year.”Cost Plus Drugs can offer significant savings on certain prescription drugs, but there are some downsides, too — particularly for people with Medicare. Here’s what Medicare beneficiaries should know about this online pharmacy.What is Cost Plus Drugs?The Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Co., or Cost Plus Drugs, is an online ph...

APD releases video of shooting, robbery at south Austin gas station

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 02:14:38 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Friday, the Austin Police Department released a video related to a Wednesday shooting and robbery at a gas station in south Austin.According to detectives, the armed robbery occurred at 4:30 a.m. in the 100 block of East Stassney Lane.The surveillance video showed three armed juveniles entering the gas station store and rushing toward the clerk as they ransacked the store.APD issued a viewer discretion warning for the video, saying it contained foul language and disturbing images. The video can be found here.“One of the suspects towered over the clerk, holding the clerk at gunpoint as he tried to open the safe. The suspect fired at the safe several times close to the clerk. Luckily, no direct fire or ricochets hit the clerk,” APD said.According to police, the suspects continued stealing items before leaving the store toward their vehicle. While leaving, police said one of the juveniles shot at the building toward the clerk inside.APD said Robbery Unit investigator...