Chicago was a hive of activity on Saturday, with the city’s streets and sidewalks bustling with visitors drawn to an array of major events. Among the weekend’s highlights were the Chicago Air and Water Show, the Bud Billiken Parade, Ellen DeGeneres’ sold-out final stand-up performance at the Chicago Theater, and a series of Metallica concerts … Read more
Fort Snelling State Park welcomed visitors again on Friday, following weeks of extensive cleanup due to severe flooding from the Minnesota and Mississippi Rivers. Park Reopens After Severe Flooding The park had been closed since June 22, when rising waters inundated main roads and several trails, but the recent clear skies and warmer weather allowed … Read more
A disaster recovery center has recently opened in Waterville, southern Minnesota, to assist residents affected by severe storms and flooding that hit the community over a month ago. FEMA Opens Center in Flood-Stricken Waterville The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) inaugurated the center at City Hall on Friday, marking a critical step in the recovery … Read more
An Ohio woman has been accused of fatally stabbing her father in a tragic incident that occurred this weekend in Newark. According to a post by Licking County Sheriff Randy Thorp on Facebook, deputies responded to a call reporting a stabbing at a residence on Parana Drive around 2 p.m. on Saturday. Upon arrival, authorities … Read more
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, alongside the Department of Environmental Conservation, is calling on the public to assist in curbing the spread of the invasive spotted lanternfly. This inch-long pest poses a significant threat to New York’s agricultural sector, affecting essential crops like grapevines, apple trees, and hops. The damage caused … Read more
The Big Apple is about to be graced by a colossal visitor: Mama, the world’s largest inflatable rubber duck. Standing at an impressive 61 feet tall, Mama and her miniature companion, Timmy, are set to charm New Yorkers over the next few weekends. The dynamic duo will make their grand entrance after spending time off … Read more
As students prepare for the new school year, security experts are warning about a surge in education-related scams. While students are often tech-savvy, they can still fall victim to these scams, just like more vulnerable populations. With the back-to-school season upon us, it’s crucial to be aware of these scams and how to avoid them. … Read more
Floridians are increasingly abandoning their telephone landlines, with a significant 17.7 percent decrease in the number of landline connections reported from 2022 to 2023. A Sharp Drop in Landline Connections According to the latest report from the state’s Public Service Commission, as of December 31, 2023, only 763,866 landlines were still in use across Florida. … Read more
Residents of Roseville, a town in the Sacramento Valley, have been advised to remain vigilant following recent reports of mountain lion sightings. On Thursday, the City of Roseville confirmed that animal control had received multiple calls about possible mountain lion encounters in the central part of the city, particularly around the area where Interstate 80 … Read more
Northeast Vermont faced another round of summer devastation this week as torrential rain and severe flooding hit the region, compounding the damage from historic floods earlier in the month. In St. Johnsbury, the storm unleashed around 8 inches of rain, causing significant disruption to travel and local events. Cherry Susan, owner of a bed and … Read more