A shark bit a Florida teenager on the leg during a lifeguard training camp on Monday morning, according to officials. The incident took place near the Ponce Inlet lifeguard tower shortly before noon, where the 14-year-old boy was practicing water entries as part of his training. Teen Attacked During Training Exercise Volusia County Beach Safety … Read more
As Sacramento continues to endure triple-digit temperatures, many residents are finding solace in cooling centers set up across the region. These centers are proving to be essential for those seeking respite from the relentless heat. Cooling Centers: A Lifeline in Extreme Heat Marsha Scribner, a regular visitor to the Wackford Center in Elk Grove, relies … Read more
Fair food enthusiasts, the moment you’ve been waiting for has arrived. The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food and drink selections for 2024, featuring a plethora of new offerings and six new vendors, promising a delightful experience for all attendees. Exciting New Food Offerings and Vendors The 2024 Minnesota State Fair promises to … Read more
Beryl continued to pose a threat on Tuesday, even though it had weakened to a tropical depression after making landfall early Monday as a Category 1 hurricane. The storm slammed into the Gulf Coast of Texas between Galveston and Corpus Christi, just south of Houston, dumping heavy rain across the region and knocking out power … Read more
As of 9:30 a.m. ET on Monday, more than 1,350 U.S. flights have been canceled and over 1,000 others delayed due to Hurricane Beryl, according to flight tracker FlightAware. The storm made landfall near Matagorda, Texas, as a Category 1 hurricane early Monday morning, the National Hurricane Center reported. Matagorda is located less than 100 … Read more
As school ends and temperatures rise, young people across America face the risk of losing the reading and math skills they acquired during the academic year. On average, children lose about 20% of their reading progress and 27% of their math progress during the summer, according to a 2020 study published in the American Educational … Read more
Florida, known for its sunny beaches and vibrant cities, also has areas where safety is a significant concern. If you’re considering moving to Florida or are simply curious about its varied landscape, it’s essential to be aware of these areas. Based on research and experiences, here’s a rundown of the most dangerous cities in Florida … Read more
Several factors contribute to the high crime rates in these Maryland cities. Often, it’s a combination of job scarcity, low wages, a lack of motivation to work, prisons contributing to a higher criminal population, drug issues, gang activity, and proximity to larger cities spreading their problems into surrounding areas. While it’s hard to pinpoint the … Read more
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is set to tackle the city’s public safety issues with a significant investment in people and resources. At a public forum in the Little Village neighborhood, Johnson attributed the city’s violence to disinvestment by previous administrations and outlined his vision for a safer Chicago. “My vision for safety in Chicago is … Read more
A person earning North Carolina’s minimum wage of $7.25 per hour would need to work 139 hours per week to afford a two-bedroom rental at the current fair market rate of $1,311, according to a new study. This equates to working three and a half full-time jobs in 2024. This stark reality affects some of … Read more