Here’s a look at today’s top stories…

Brrrrrrrrrrrrr

A massive storm system dumping snow, rain and heavy winds stretched across most of the U.S. today. Record lows were recorded in Oregon, hundreds of drivers were stranded in Iowa and a blizzard warning is in effect for Midwestern states. Forecasters warn temperatures could dip to 35 degrees below zero due to wind chill in Minnesota.

House Appeal

Victims of Bernard Madoff’s $65 billion ponzi scheme are appealing to Congress for help recouping their losses. They want current laws prohibiting some investors from being repaid changed. A house subcommittee chairman said the government doesn’t have the funds.

Don’t Judge

Gen. David Petraeus is warning people to expect a surge in violence as more troops are deployed to Afghanistan. The general also warned that the effectiveness of the troop increase shouldn’t be judged until December of 2010.

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Dresses worn by Audrey Hepburn brought in more than $400,000 at auction. The forty-piece collection included a cocktail dress worn by Hepburn in the movie “How to Steal a Million.” Half of the money raised will go to the Audrey Hepburn Children’s Foundation.