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The Alberta Clipper that's been dumping heavy snow in the northeast is expected to move out into the Atlantic today.

The storm, packing a mix of snow and ice, has disrupted post-holiday travel and has prompted the governors of New York and New Jersey to issue emergency declarations.

On the west coast, heavy rain has eased in Southern California.

However, officials say there is still a risk of flash flooding.

Less than a month after opening for the winter season, the Telluride Ski Resort in southwest Colorado will be closed today.

That's because of failed contract negotiations between the ski resort and the local ski patrol union.

Julia Caulfield of member station KOTO has more.

Perry Bimonte has died.

He was a longtime member of the English indie rock band The Cure.

The band announced his death on the group's official website, saying he died after a short illness.

He was 65.

I'm Jyle Snyder, NPR News.

Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Giles Snyder.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul says utility crews are on standby because of that major snowstorm slamming the region.

Hochul and the governor of New Jersey have declared states of emergency, warning of treacherous road conditions.

The National Weather Service has posted ice and winter storm warnings, saying some of the heaviest snow will fall in Long Island and the Hudson Valley.

Flight cancellations and delays are mounting.

The flight tracking website, FlightAware.com,