Death toll from historic blizzard in western N.Y. rises to 27

The death toll from the treacherous blizzard that hit the city of Buffalo, N.Y. over the holiday weekend has risen to 27 across the western N.Y. region, authorities said Monday. That number is likely to rise in the coming days, as thousands of homes and businesses across the area remain without power. Rescue and recovery efforts continue, with emergency crews digging out the area after one of its worst weather-related disasters ever. In this... + full article