Delegate Stacey Plaskett and VIDHS have launched a new program to provide replacement SNAP benefits for food lost due to power outages lasting four hours or more as well as other disasters with claims needing to be filed within ten days for a maximum replacement amount equivalent to one month’s benefits. New Initiative Supports Virgin … Read more
Mexican Cities Plagued by Homicide Epidemic According to the report of Best Diplomats, these Mexican cities’ high homicide rates driven by drug cartels and crime highlight the urgent need for community involvement, economic development, and comprehensive strategies to address poverty and corruption for a safer future. READ ALSO: Waterspouts Appear Off Ohio Coast, Captured on … Read more
Louisiana’s Struggle for Improvement According to the report of Nola, Louisiana has landed at the bottom of U.S. News and World Report’s annual “Best States” rankings for the second consecutive year. This low ranking reflects persistent challenges across several critical metrics including crime infrastructure, and healthcare. Despite minor advancements in certain areas and Louisiana continues … Read more
J.D. Vance, Trump’s vice-presidential pick faces criticism over his past comments and his absence from a crucial Senate vote on expanding the child tax credit which could undermine his efforts to present himself as a strong supporter of families. Trump’s VP Choice Faces Questions Over Support for Families According to the report of Business Insider, … Read more
New York State has introduced a transformative digital solution aimed at enhancing airport security and streamlining travel: the New York Mobile ID (MiD). Launched in June, this innovative service provides New Yorkers with a secure digital version of their state-issued driver’s license, learner permit, or ID, accessible directly from their smartphones. Since its debut, over … Read more
North Texans should prepare for a sweltering Wednesday as the region experiences its hottest day of 2024. With the temperature expected to soar to 100 degrees, the day will add to the growing tally of such extreme heat days this year, which now stands at 11. The forecast promises even more intense heat on both … Read more
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a new emergency assistance initiative for homeowners affected by the remnants of Hurricane Debby, which caused severe damage across New York and northern Pennsylvania. The storm, which moved northward, unleashed heavy rains, flooding, and tornadoes, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. To address the extensive damage, the New … Read more
A preliminary 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck near Bakersfield on Wednesday evening, sending tremors across a broad area including Los Angeles County. Occurring at approximately 9:09 p.m., the quake’s epicenter was located about 14 miles southwest of Lamont, California, a rural area roughly 89 miles north of downtown Los Angeles. Initial Response and Damage Assessment In the … Read more
For the second time in two weeks, the Cape May Whale Watch and Research Center has reported a basking shark sighting off the South Jersey coast. Basking Sharks Spotted Off South Jersey Coast On August 1, the center posted a video on Facebook showing a basking shark swimming approximately five miles off the coast of … Read more
In Long Beach, the consumption of marijuana at public events has been a common sight despite its illegality. However, the city is now contemplating a significant shift in its policies by reviving an old ordinance to regulate cannabis use and sales at public gatherings. This move comes as part of a broader effort to align … Read more