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A. Nicole

The National Hurricane Center has issued a stark warning: the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is shaping up to be exceptionally active. With an 85% chance of an above-normal season, forecasters are urging coastal residents to prepare for the worst.

Brace for Impact: 2024 Hurricane Season Predicted to be Brutal

Every storm runs out of rain, but not every storm gets a name. We remember many disastrous storms on a first-name basis – Irma, Harvey, Sandy, and Katrina are some significant examples from recent years. But how do we determine which storms get names, and where do the monikers come from?

See The List Of Hurricane Names For The 2024 Season

Angry Ben

Hurricane Beryl Made Landfall in the Caribbean with 150mph Winds. Good afternoon everyone. We continue to watch Hurricane Beryl as it rips up the lower Caribbean Sea and causes havoc in the tiny Windward Islands. This morning, landfall was made with 150mph winds and higher gusts.

Hurricane Beryl's "Buzzsaw" Signature Shows Possible Sign of Category 5 Status

USA TODAY

Forecasters expect the U.S. to avoid a major impact from Hurricane Beryl but warned Gulf Coast residents should not let their guard down.

Hurricane Beryl hits Category 5, breaks record as earliest ever to hit max strength

Texas State

Hurricane Beryl Smashes Records, Unleashing Insurance Claim Surge. Hurricane Beryl has left an unprecedented mark in its wake, driving State Farm to handle over 16,000 insurance claims—a record for the company. This surge in claims was set off when Beryl struck Texas, marking the first U.S. landfall of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane season, according to a report by AM Best.

State Farm Faces Unprecedented Claims Surge as Hurricane Beryl Breaks Records

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

247 Tempo

When it comes to storms, most people fall into one of two camps: storm lovers and storm haters. Storm lovers […]

One of the Most Powerful Storms Ever Recorded Produced a 15-Foot Storm Surge

TheDailyBeast

Hurricane Beryl has been upgraded to a “potentially catastrophic” Category 5 storm as it rolls through the southeastern Caribbean on a path that some models project may see it eventually make landfall in Texas.It’s a bad omen for what’s already expected to be a more active than usual hurricane season, which some forecasts estimate may go down as the busiest ever thanks to abnormally high ocean temperatures in the Atlantic.If Beryl were to strike the Lonestar State, models say it’d likely do so Sunday or early next week. There is some good news for Texans, however—Beryl is expected to be...

Earliest Ever Cat 5 Hurricane Now Threatening to Hit the U.S.

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, recently shared their furry friends who have been waiting the longest to find their forever homes. From a puppy who is housebroken and loves toys to a little five-year-old dog who is a great snuggle buddy and loves other dogs, each dog is unique but has one thing in common- they need a family who will love them. Get to know these five great dogs below, and don't forget to leave a comment to let me know which pup stole your heart!

Local Animal Rescue Shares Dogs Who've Been Looking For Love The Longest

Fox Weather

First, Europe that was socked in by record levels of dust from the Sahara Desert in Africa. The Atlantic appears to have now taken the lead, with dust levels not seen in years across parts of the basin.

Saharan dust reaches stunning levels in Atlantic. Here's what that means for hurricane season

Pennsylvania State

National Weather Force

Severe thunderstorms are expected from the Upper Ohio Valley into the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. The main threats include damaging winds and isolated tornadoes. Check below for further details, timing and much more information.

Damaging Winds, Large Hail & Isolated Tornadoes Possible; Northeast/Mid Atlantic; July 16, 2024

Bucks County Beacon

“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

A new initiative aims to provide housing for vulnerable Medicaid members, enhancing community wellness and support. MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - In a significant move to tackle housing instability among Medicaid recipients, New Jersey's Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman, along with Community Affairs Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suárez, today announced the availability of $95 million in funding for developers. This initiative, part of the Healthy Homes program, is designed to create affordable housing opportunities for NJ FamilyCare members who are either homeless, at risk of homelessness, or currently living in institutional settings.

$95 Million for Healthy Homes: Housing for Medicaid Members

J. Souza

Bed bugs aren't supposed to be part of the all-inclusive package on a cruise vacation. A woman is alleging an unsettling experience aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship, claiming she and her family were subjected to a bed bug infestation.

"I Paid $2K for a Bed Bug Cruise": Passenger Shares Royal Caribbean Story & Letter from Cruise Line

Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Coral Gables, FL

Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

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Beryl Upgraded to Hurricane Status, Predicted to Intensify Quickly

Hurricane season is truly ramped up in activity. Currently, the Townsquare Media is monitoring three different areas in the tropics. Beryl has escalated to hurricane status...

Beryl Upgraded to Hurricane Status, Predicted to Intensify Quickly

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