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National Weather Force

Severe thunderstorms are expected across parts of the Midwest much later today, particularly impacting areas in northern Illinois, eastern Iowa, and southern Wisconsin. These storms will be capable of producing damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes.

Damaging Winds, Large Hail & Isolated Tornadoes Possible; Midwest; Evening; August 27th, 2024

Iowa Storm Center

(IowaStormCenter.com) -- A strong pacific storm system will get underway later tonight with severe thunderstorms and heavy rain. The first round of the one-two punch event is hitting across western Iowa this morning. Then the focus will be across southwest Iowa for severe thunderstorm development by this evening with threats for hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall and a couple of isolated tornadoes.

Severe Thunderstorm/Heavy Rainfall Threat Tonight.

Save on electronics, clothing and more during Walmart’s Labor Day sale with deals including 65% off electronics, clothing and furniture.

Walmart’s Labor Day sale is live — here are the 20 best deals so far

Sarasota, FL

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Akeena

Rusty Bucket, a beloved comfort food chain known for its casual American fare, is closing its Sarasota, Florida location later this month. The Sarasota branch, the only Rusty Bucket in Florida, will shut its doors permanently on August 18. The news, which was confirmed by a bartender at the restaurant, came as a surprise to employees, who learned about the closure just a week ago.

Popular Comfort Food Chain to Close Florida Location Permanently

GOBankingRates

Labor Day is just around the corner, and it's the perfect time to snag some great deals at Big Lots. Whether you're planning a backyard barbecue, an outdoor adventure, or simply want to relax at home,...

6 Best Items To Buy at Big Lots This Labor Day

Los Angeles, CA

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Anaheim, CA

NewSantaAna

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. – An Inglewood man and a father-daughter duo have been charged for stealing nearly $400,000 in goods and selling counterfeit items at a swap meet, following an investigation by the California Highway Patrol’s (CHP) Organized Retail Crime Taskforce (ORCTF).

Father and daughter arrested in Anaheim facing charges for stealing retail goods worth over $10K

USA TODAY

Shop the best Walmart Labor Day deals across all categories. Save up to 65% on Beautiful cookware, Dreo home appliances and much more.

Walmart Labor Day deals have arrived! Save up to 65% on Beautiful, Dreo and more

Fort Myers, FL

In the ever-evolving landscape of Florida’s retail scene, Publix is updating its footprint once again. The long-standing Publix at 6900 Daniels Parkway, located in the Daniels Crossing shopping plaza in Fort Myers, has recently begun its transition from an old favorite to a new, modern format.

A Publix That’s Been Around for 3 Decades Is Getting Torn Down for a New-Format Store in Florida

Irish Star

It's important to know if stores will be open so you can buy last minute party snacks for your Labor Day gathering.

Is Walmart open on Labor Day? Closing times explained

TheStreet

Find out what’s open and what’s closed on Labor Day, the unofficial end of the summer, and get everything you need for your one last seasonal hurrah, whether it’s a backyard barbecue or an interstate road trip.

What’s open & what’s closed on Labor Day 2024?

Us Weekly

Labor Day is less than a week away which means the unofficial end of summer is near. While we're sad to bid farewell to sunny skies, Summer Fridays at work and outdoor fun, we can't help but get excited about the Labor Day deals that are already popping up on Amazon! There's something for everyone […]

23 Early Labor Day Deals You Don’t Want to Miss at Amazon

J. Souza

A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

Save on mattress from Casper, Saatva, and more during this year’s Labor Day sales.

The 31 best Labor Day mattress sales of 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris will call for a federal ban on food and grocery price gouging on Friday. Within her first 100 days in office, the Democratic presidential candidate will push for the first-ever federal ban on “corporate price gouging” by food companies to prevent them from “unfairly jacking up prices on consumers,” her campaign said Wednesday. Harris also wants to provide the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and state attorneys general with the authority to impose stiff penalties on corporations that violate such a ban.

Kamala Harris' plan to lower grocery bills includes a ban on corporate 'price gouging'

Georgia State

The Current GA

ATLANTA – Georgia lawmakers are having second thoughts about switching the University System of Georgia from a quarter to a semester system back in 1999. A state House study committee will begin meeting soon to take a fresh look at whether both the university system and the Technical College System of Georgia – which moved to semesters in 2011 – should switch back to quarters.

State lawmakers mulling switch of university system to quarters

Irvine, CA

The Irvine Police Department’s Spectrum team was notified of a woman shoplifting at Sephora on Wednesday. When loss prevention tried to stop her, she refused to stop. As the Spectrum team arrived, loss prevention lost the suspect in the parking lot. An excellent citizen told the officers they observed the suspect enter a white Tesla and crawl into the trunk.

Shoplifter arrested after hiding in her Tesla’s trunk at the Irvine Spectrum

The Independent

 Retail sales fell for the third consecutive month in August although the rate of the downturn eased back, according to the latest data.The Confederation of British Industry’s (CBI) latest Distributive Trades Survey pointed to continued weakness in the retail sector.The survey question deducts the number of firms saying they reported a decline in sales from the number reporting growth for the period.On Tuesday, the latest report’s headline retail sales balance hit -27% for the month, as significantly more retailers witnessed a dip in sales.Retail sales volumes continued to disappoint in the year to August. Firms reported increased caution regarding...

Retailer sales drop for third month in a row, says CBI

Real Simple

Don’t be shocked to find top brands like Vera Bradley, Levoit, Yankee Candle, and Swiffer.

Amazon Dropped Major Labor Day Sales Early, and These 50 Are All Under $50

Raleigh, NC

Town Talks

Where you live, work, and spend your time greatly impacts your happiness. According to a new study by SmartAsset, Raleigh, North Carolina, ranks 7th among the happiest cities in the U.S.

Why This North Carolina City Is Among the Happiest Places to Live in the U.S

Chicago, IL

NewsNinja

Some people have had a flattering experience of being well-over 21 and being carded at a local bar or restaurant. But one woman was more confused than thrilled when it happened at her local Target.

'I have to ask': Target shopper gets stopped by security guard at entrance. She is puzzled as to why

NewsBreak

Labor Day gas prices expected to be the lowest in three years

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - GasBuddy’s annual Labor Day travel forecast predicts drivers will see the lowest gas prices about 13% lower than last year. The forecast,...

Labor Day gas prices expected to be the lowest in three years

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