Patients and staff at Tucson Medical Center, located about 100 miles south of Phoenix, received an unexpected visitor on Friday morning when a mountain lion wandered onto the hospital grounds. The big cat, a subadult male, found itself stuck in an enclosed courtyard around 10:30 a.m., according to Arizona Game and Fish spokesperson Michael Colaianni. … Read more
On Thursday morning around 6 a.m., a Hollywood Beach resident, while jogging near the shoreline just north of Hallandale Beach Blvd, made a grim discovery. The jogger came across an older white man lying face down in the sand. This incident occurred in an area close to Magnolia Terrace and Ocean Drive. Emergency Response and … Read more
A brush fire fueled by strong winds raced through over 500 acres in Hawaii, leading to the closure of Maui’s Haleakala National Park on Thursday. Residents of the scenic island, still recovering from last year’s devastating wildfire, were alerted to prepare for possible evacuations. The fire, driven southeast by 40 mph winds, had not yet … Read more
Firefighters are currently battling a significant blaze at the Hotel Cassino in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The fire broke out early Thursday morning, engulfing the roof and at least one upper floor of the four-story building located on Georgia Avenue, off Pacific Avenue. Dramatic footage captured by Chopper 3 showed flames leaping from the rooftop, … Read more
Multiple children have been hospitalized after consuming Diamond Shruumz brand products, which have now been recalled. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports at least 58 illnesses in 27 states, with more cases expected as investigations continue. Although the CDC has not specified the number of child cases, the candy-like nature of these … Read more
The scorching heat affecting parts of Florida this week has also led to warmer ocean temperatures, which hit record levels around the state’s coasts last year. While hot water can herald a busy hurricane season, it also reduces the enjoyment of beach activities, as 90- to 100-degree water offers little refreshment. Current Ocean Temperature Trends … Read more
A person in Pueblo County, Colorado, approximately 100 miles south of Denver, has been diagnosed with bubonic plague, local health officials announced on Monday. The case was identified based on preliminary test results last week. Trysten Garcia, a spokesperson for the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment, confirmed via email on Tuesday morning that … Read more
In yet another alarming incident, a United Airlines aircraft lost a wheel during takeoff, adding to a series of safety issues that have put the carrier under federal review. United Flight 1001, a Boeing 757-200, departed from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) en route to Denver on Monday morning. Shortly after takeoff, around 7:15 a.m., … Read more
An investigation is underway after rock climbers discovered an abandoned dog with zip ties around its muzzle and neck in a remote area of Southern California last week. Discovery and Immediate Rescue Efforts The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) reported that the dog, a 7-year-old male German Shepherd, was found … Read more
Target is known for its promise of delivering more value for less money, but soon, its customers will no longer be able to use a once-common form of payment. Starting July 15, Target will cease accepting personal checks at all its stores, following its Red Circle week sales event, which ends on July 13. No … Read more