Massachusetts could see as much as 4 inches of snow on Thursday, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Winter Weather Advisory. Forecasters anticipate a fast-moving system that is expected to bring mixed precipitation,

An active weather pattern is shaping up in the Midwest and Northeast, where two rounds of snow and ice are expected through this weekend. This wintry pattern could then persist into next week.

Snow, freezing rain and ice are likely Wednesday in the Lansing area, and driving could become hazardous by Wednesday night, forecasters said.