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Meteorologist Joe Cioffi

The latest shot of dry air from Canada was a quick one and we will see the humidity levels slowly rise this weekend. However we are not going back to the extreme levels of last week. It will still be reasonable this weekend weatherwise. Clouds are streaming up from the southwest but not enough to get rid of the sun completely. Look for partly sunny skies today with most highs in the middle to upper 80s. Temperatures of course will be a little cooler at shore locations.

The Weekend Mostly Dry as Humidity Inches Higher, Next Week Brings Multiple Rain Chances Northeast

Lancaster County, PA

NewsByJoshua

Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Chicago, IL

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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?

Pennsylvania State

A slow moving frontal boundary will serve as a source for thunderstorms and heavy rain as low pressure develops along the front late today. This front is to the north this morning, stretching across southern Canada back into Michigan. The front will sag southward today, ending up over our region this afternoon.

Late rain and thunderstorms this afternoon

(CHICAGO) Select Cut Steakhouse is closing after nearly 30 years in business. Located at 2808 N Halsted Street, the restaurant is known for its casual atmosphere with a traditional menu featuring steaks, ribs, seafood, and burgers.

End of an Era: This Lakeview Steakhouse is Closing After 30 Years

Alabama State

New Orleans, LA

Fox Weather

Nearly the entire southern U.S. is undergoing a prolonged stretch of wet weather that could set records in cities like New Orleans and Atlanta, thanks to a stalled front that will trigger numerous rounds of torrential rain and thunderstorms from the Southeast to the mid-Atlantic. https://x.com/Joelalbair/status/1814464258786373851

Days of downpours to soak southern US in record-breaking stretch of wet, stormy weather

Wyoming State

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WyoFile

Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Jackson, MS

It’s been quite wet for the region for the last couple of days, and this trend is only supposed to continue for the next several days, thanks to a stationary front that has stalled to the northwest of our area. Although this front is keeping temperatures mild for summertime, this upper-level disturbance is packing a ton of moisture with it. Unfortunately, due to a large area of high pressure in the Atlantic Ocean, this area of disturbance is not expected to move for the next several days, bringing rounds and rounds of showers and thunderstorms. The good news of this high-pressure system is that it keeps tropical weather activity at bay.

Southern MS/AL/LA Local Forecast for 7/20/24: More heavy rainfall expected

Washington, DC

AccuWeather

An end of the heat is in sight for all of the Midwest and Northeast and much of the Southeast before the week comes to an end. Major relief is on the way for the summer swelter that sent temperatures and humidity levels soaring, air conditioners working overtime, and people flocking to beaches and pools in the Midwest and the East. However, AccuWeather meteorologists say that while the humidity will come down in the North, it is likely to stick around in the Southeast.

Relief from eastern US heat wave is on the way

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Winks, an adorable and incredibly strong puppy with a heartbreaking origin. Winks was found unmoving on the side of a road with severe injuries. He had several very infected wounds and was barely holding on when his rescuers rushed him to the vet. Once there, x-rays revealed the horrifying truth that Winks had been shot numerous times around his face and neck. These injuries resulted in him having his eye removed. Despite that, Winks has made a miraculous and full recovery. He certainly does not let his handicap slow him down at his new foster home. Winks was truly given a second chance at life, and now all he needs is a family to call his own.

10-Month-Old Dog Who Was Hit In Face Several Times Now Searching For Family

New York City, NY

Philadelphia, PA

New York Post

A stream of tropical moisture and a slow-moving frontal boundary are expected to produce periods of heavy rainfall from South Carolina into the Northeast through the first half of the weekend.

The National Hurricane Center had been tracking an area of low pressure as it swirled off the southeastern U.S. coast for possible tropical development. 

It never organized into a tropical system but is still packing plenty of rain.

Meanwhile, a strong, but stalled front is acting as a source for atmospheric lift, constantly providing a focus for the storms to develop. 

The tropical plume is then set to ride north along...

Millions under flood watch in Northeast, Mid-Atlantic due to heavy rain from plume of tropical moisture

California State

Golden Gate Media

The National Weather Service (NWS) San Francisco Bay Area has issued a Heat Advisory, which will remain in effect for inland portions of the Bay Area and the north Central Coast until 9 PM this evening. Despite the persistent heat inland, relative cooling is occurring due to cloud cover and a few isolated passing showers. High temperatures are expected to gradually return to normal mid-July levels, ranging from the mid-80s to 90s in far inland areas by early to mid-next week. Coastal areas and nearby valleys will experience cooler daytime temperatures due to maritime influence.

Cooler conditions finally arrive in Northern California: Temperatures drop 10 degrees in 24 hours

Vermont State

While millions in the Midwest and Northeast will be able to enjoy a summer weekend without high humidity, during next week, an uptick in moisture will lead to showers and thunderstorms. Following a comfortable weekend for the second half of July that will be rain-free for much of the Northeast...

Showers, thunderstorms to return to Midwest and Northeast next week

HEAT ADVISORY NOON UNTIL 8 P.M. Here’s the exclusive WSVA local AccuWeather forecast. Today: hot with sun and clouds; a heavy thunderstorm this afternoon. Thunderstorms can bring flooding. downpours, hail and damaging wind gusts. High 98. AccuWeather RealFeel Temperature at 103. Winds. west 6-12 mph. Tonight: mostly cloudy and...

Hot and humid with heavy thunderstorms possible

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

No matter where you live, there are plenty of cats looking for a place to call home, but these cats here, these are Kansas City cats. Everybody knows that Kansas City cats are the best cats in the world. Right? Regardless, all are available to adopt from area shelters--go and get them while you can.

A cat named Fluff and five other divine felines available to adopt

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced an adorable puppy named Koi who they describe as a “sweet and happy little puppy who found himself dumped at a high kill shelter for unknown reasons.” Despite the harsh start to his life, Koi remains an adorable and energetic puppy. Now, thanks to Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. giving him a second chance and rescuing him from the high-kill shelter, Koi is ready for adoption and looking for his forever home.

Meet Koi: The Sweet & Happy Little Puppy Dumped At A High-Kill Shelter

Scorching temperatures persist in the Northeast, but there's relief on the horizon.

Coolest air in weeks arrives soon for millions in Northeast, bringing relief from scorching heat

Arkansas State

ABC News

Mid-July is typically the hottest time of the year, but several regions in the U.S. will experience a brief respite from the heat in the coming days.

Why temperatures will temporarily drop in much of the US next week

The Animal Rescue of New England recently introduced Cagney and Lacey, two adorable German Shepherd puppies, who are now ready to find their forever home. These lively girls were saved from a shelter on the day they were due to be euthanized due to overcrowding. At approximately five months old, both puppies are brimming with energy and love.

Puppies Saved On The Day They Were To Be Euthanized Now Looking For Love

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Our area might be the best place in the country to retreat to an island, judging from a survey released this week. Readers of Travel + Leisure magazine rated the Golden Isles in Georgia — consisting of Jekyll Island, Little St. Simons Island, Sea Island and St. Simons Island — as the best island in the continental U.S.

Two local islands rated the best in continental US

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Rain tapering to sunny summer refreshments through Friday

NWS alerts in effect HERE. Hail, wind, rain reports HERE. Storm reports and damages HERE. Scattered rain showers and few thunderstorms in Upper Michigan Wednesday, sparked...

Rain tapering to sunny summer refreshments through Friday

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