A significant winter storm is affecting the Midwest and Northeast, coinciding with one of the busiest travel days of the year. In Minnesota, a snow emergency was declared after over six inches of snow fell, causing issues like jackknifed semi-trucks and airport ground stops. In Wisconsin, roads are being proactively treated with liquid brine, and residents are helping clear sidewalks. The storm is moving east and will be followed by Arctic air. The TSA expects high airport traffic, particularly in Atlanta, Dallas Fort Worth, and Denver, with peak times between 8 a.m. and noon. Major highways like I-95 and I-5 are also expected to be congested, with the worst driving times between 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. Gas prices are dropping due to colder weather and remote work, potentially falling below $3 nationally for the first time since 2021.