The winter solstice is the time when winter officially begins. It’s also the shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. The winter solstice is at 10:03 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 21. The day marks the point where the Earth’s axis causes the northern hemisphere to be tilted as far away from the sun as possible.

A massive winter festival is coming back to the Boston area with a revamped lineup of activities. Winter Fest 2025 will take over The Yard at Hood Park in Charlestown starting Saturday, Dec. 6.

Winter is approaching, and with it a whole new slew of dangers to be aware of. The Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD) and Mount Pleasant Police

A chilly winter is expected in the state from December 2025 to February 2026, with 2 to 5 more cold days than usual due to La Niña effects.

Vehicle battery failures are also common in the winter due to increased cold-starting electrical loads, AAA said. Baran suggests you get your car battery tested by a professional if it's more than three years old.

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