The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reported a new record for the number of airline travelers screened at U.S. airports ahead of the Memorial Day weekend. On Friday, more than 2.9 million travelers passed through airport security, surpassing the previous record set on the Sunday after Thanksgiving last year. Busiest Days at Atlanta Airport Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta […]
California is bracing for an earlier-than-usual start to the summer COVID-19 season as coronavirus concentrations in sewage and the statewide positive-test rate are on the rise. The emergence of the FLiRT subvariants, including KP.2, KP.3, and KP.1.1, which now account for a significant portion of infections nationwide, has led to a shift in the virus […]
President Joe Biden faces a critical challenge in securing reelection as he attempts to sway irregular and disengaged voters who did not participate in the 2020 presidential race. A recent New York Times/Siena College poll reveals that former President Donald Trump has gained significant ground among these voters, holding a seven-point advantage over Biden (43% […]
Strong wind gusts from a series of rainstorms caused power outages for thousands of New Jersey residents on Monday afternoon, with Morris County among the hardest hit areas. As of 3:20 p.m., nearly 400 homes in Randolph, about 200 in Denville and Parsippany, and approximately 100 in Morris Plains were left without electricity, according to […]
The Bronx will soon be down to just one movie theater for the entire borough as Concourse Plaza Multiplex Cinemas is set to close. This decision has left residents and long-time patrons disheartened, as the theater has been a significant part of the community for generations. A Community Staple Shuts Down Showcase Cinemas, the operator […]
An iconic ice cream shop in Brooklyn faces eviction this summer, stirring distress among neighbors and long-time customers who have watched their community change rapidly due to gentrification. Anthony “Tony” Fongyit, 74, has owned Scoops Ice Cream Parlor on Flatbush Avenue in Prospect Lefferts Gardens since May 1984. For nearly 40 years, Scoops has been […]
Packy Adams, a 70-year-old Fremont native, has been living out of his car with his dog Zeus for the past three years. Adams, who spends his days recycling aluminum cans to earn money for food, has adapted to this harsh reality. “This is my best friend, companion, everything,” Adams said about Zeus. He parks overnight […]
Safeway has confirmed that it is removing self-checkout machines at several stores due to increasing incidents of theft. Although the grocery chain did not specify which locations are affected, a statement indicated that the decision was made to address the rising theft rates. “Operational changes have been made at select stores throughout the Bay Area […]
As summer approaches and families flock to pools and lakes, it’s crucial to prioritize water safety to prevent tragic accidents. Water Safety at Home May, designated as National Drowning Prevention Month, is a timely reminder of the importance of vigilance, especially as drowning is a leading cause of childhood death. The American Academy of Pediatrics […]
On the second anniversary of the tragic mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, the families of the victims have taken legal action against several high-profile companies. Legal Actions Against Meta and Microsoft The wrongful death lawsuits target Meta, the parent company of Instagram; Activision, the publisher of the video game Call of […]