rough conditions on the roads, and hopefully not too many people are out there driving. you see the winter storm warnings in effect and winter advisories. meanwhile, ahead of the storm system, you will see the risk of storms. today, for parts of texas and nebraska and widespread and higher risk as we head into the thursday with the isolated tornadoes possible, and damaging wi winds and large hail. across the eastern two thirds of the nation, you have been enjoying the mild temperatures, and the forecast continues for many of you wednesday and thursday and minneapolis and chicago and omaha, the cooler air arrives friday and hangs on mild across the northeast. by friday, you are forecasting a high temperature at 73 degrees by the end of the work week. and now, over to steve and brian. >> and the home depot guy, marie yachlt it is is season -- it 'tis the season to spruce up the house before the loved ones come in. and we have lighting and faucets