Another winter storm is unleashing its fury across the central U.S., bringing heavy snow and ice to portions of the Plains and Midwest, forcing officials to close state offices and schools and

CHICAGO - Snow is arriving in Chicagoland as of 11 a.m., with accumulation expected to spread into the metro area, as well as southern and western regions, by noon. Periods of heavy snowfall may reduce visibility, creating hazardous travel conditions. A winter weather advisory remains in effect until 3 a.m. Thursday.