A winter storm warning is in effect in the Chicago area that could bring up to 6-12 inches of snow in some areas through Sunday. The warning took effect overnight Saturday and continues through 6 a.m.

Alerts from the National Weather Service span swaths of the northern U.S. early Saturday, as heavy snow could appear.

A widespread 8-11" snowfall is expected by Sunday morning. A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for all of southern Wisconsin beginning at 3 a.m. Saturday through 6 a.m. Sunday.

On Saturday at 2:13 p.m. EST the National Weather Service issued an updated winter storm warning valid from 7 p.m. EST until Sunday 1 p.m. EST for Presque Isle and Alpena counties.

MILWAUKEE - As a winter storm blankets southeast Wisconsin on Saturday, We Energies said there have been scattered power outages in some areas. Here's what residents should know. We Energies encourages anyone who experiences a power outage to report it as soon as it occurs in one of three ways: online, through the app or by calling 1-800-662-4797.

A winter storm could bring 8 to 12 inches of snow to southern Wisconsin. For those without shelter, there are six warming centers across the city.

A winter storm warning and forecasts of heavy snow have prompted the Festival of Trees & Lights to cancel all events on Saturday.