CBS Evening News CBS Evening News, 03/16/26
Mar 17, 2026
A massive megastorm spreads blizzard conditions across the Midwest and pushes east with tornado risk. Major flight disruptions hit airports amid staffing shortages and a partial government shutdown. U.S. diplomatic and military moves aim to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid regional strikes. A dramatic avalanche rescue, World Baseball Classic highlights, and a heartwarming dog rescue round out the show.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
March Megastorm Hits Nearly 100 Million
- A March megastorm is impacting almost 100 million Americans with blizzard, thunderstorm, and tornado threats.
- Green Bay saw over two feet of heavy snow and 45 mph gusts creating whiteout conditions and dozens of crashes, showing the storm's wide severity.
Green Bay Snow Emergency And Fire Under Blizzard Winds
- Ian Lee reported from Green Bay where crews declared a snow emergency after more than two feet of heavy accumulation.
- Wisconsin State Patrol logged at least 92 crashes and teams worked 16-hour shifts while firefighters battled a paper factory fire amid blizzard winds.
Extreme Weather Showing Sharp Regional Contrasts
- Meteorologist Lonnie Quinn highlighted extreme temperature contrasts: historic early heat in Phoenix versus bitter cold and wind in the Northeast.
- Examples: Phoenix could hit 100°F earliest on record while NYC wind chills will feel near 22°F for St. Patrick's Day.