The Thanksgiving travel rush is in full swing and could be the busiest in 15 years — so good luck out there, readers! Our 5 Things team wishes you safe journeys and a happy holiday. We’ll be back bright and early on Monday with your next serving of news.

Here’s what else you need to know to get up to speed and on with your day.

1️⃣ Thanksgiving travel

A potent winter storm could impact travel across much of the northern US just as millions hit the roads and skies for Thanksgiving. A cold plunge is already gripping the Upper Midwest and northern Great Lakes, accompanied by strong winds. Winter storm and blizzard warnings are in effect for more than 5 million people in the region , including Minneapolis-St. Paul. While this cold blast isn’t the season’s most extreme, it marks a sharp

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