A winter storm had blanketed much of Arkansas in snow by Thursday evening while leaving residents in southern parts of the state coping with a mix of ice and rain.

Winter storm alerts have been issued across eastern Oklahoma and western Arkansas for Thursday and Friday. Here's what we know.

A developing winter storm could bring snow and ice to parts the South and Southeast, including Texas and North Florida. Ice will cause hazardous travel through Wednesday along the Gulf Coast.

Preparations are underway from Houston to Atlanta as a rare winter storm sets its sights on the southern U.S., where it's expected to bring a messy mix of heavy snow, sleet and freezing rain that could have a major impact on travel and daily life.

As the snow begins to melt away here in Arkansas, experts are sharing tips on how drivers can stay safe as black ice covers parts of the roadways.