A powerful Arctic cold front will bring freezing temperatures and below-freezing windchills to the Rio Grande Valley over the weekend and into early next week. And the cold air mass could bring with it freezing precipitation, according to the latest forecast projections from the National Weather Service.

A chilling polar vortex is set to bring snow and ice to the South and East this week. We show where.

Today, we're seeing much colder air push in from the northwest, keeping highs below freezing for most areas. Light snow will lead to no more than a quick dusting through

Winter isn't done in Central Texas. Another wave of arctic air is heading toward the San Antonio area, and with it comes the possibility of freezing temperatures and chances of freezing rain to a wintry mix, according to the National Weather Service.

Don't let the midweek warmup fool you... a powerful cold front is set to arrive Friday night, bringing a high potential for icy roads and winter weather through Saturday.

Right now, we're keeping a close eye on the potential for some light snow showers to develop east of the Mississippi River after midnight tonight. The chances are building for

Some plants, like avocado trees, grow stronger and more cold hardy as they mature. They also become more difficult to cover. Some people use PVC pipes to build structures they cover with heavy plastic to protect beloved citrus or olive trees. A thick layer of mulch on the ground also can help protect roots.

Many Houstonians will be finding hills nearby to go sledding down due to the snow fall. Before heading to the hills, check road conditions in your area to ensure they're not icy. HOUSTON - Snow in Houston means,