Cold Front To Unleash Damaging Storms, Flooding Downpours: New Timing Cold Front To Unleash Damaging Storms, Flooding Downpours: New Timing
Cold Front To Unleash Damaging Storms, Flooding Downpours: New Timing The Northeast’s quiet weather window is closing, and the next system may make an unruly entrance. An advancing cold front and strengthening low-pressure system will bring rounds of showers and thunderstorms from Monday, July 27, into the middle of the week, according to the National Weather Service. Sunday, July 26, should remain largely dry across much of the region. Clouds and humidity will increase as the front and its unstable air mass approach from the west. The first round will develop Monday afternoon and evening. The National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center said the grea…
This Quick, Easy Routine May Lower Stress In Minutes, Study Finds This Quick, Easy Routine May Lower Stress In Minutes, Study Finds
This Quick, Easy Routine May Lower Stress In Minutes, Study Finds A simple change of scenery may offer a surprisingly fast reset when the day starts feeling overwhelming. Ten quiet minutes in a restored forest while listening to recorded birdsong produced the lowest stress ratings and the most positive feelings in a study of 106 North Carolina State University students. The research was published in the journal Environmental Conservation and summarized by StudyFinds. Researchers tested four combinations of surroundings and sound. Participants visited a restored forest along a creek and a gray, built-up location outside the university’s student union. At…
Most Popular Meteor Shower Of Year Now Active: Peak Viewing Coming Soon Most Popular Meteor Shower Of Year Now Active: Peak Viewing Coming Soon
Most Popular Meteor Shower Of Year Now Active: Peak Viewing Coming Soon The wait for summer’s most anticipated sky show is over, but its biggest act is still ahead. The Perseid meteor shower will be visible through Monday, Aug. 24, according to the American Meteor Society. Peak viewing will be overnight from Wednesday night, Aug. 12, into Thursday morning, Aug. 13. Activity began on Friday, July 17. This year’s timing could hardly be better. The peak will coincide with a new moon, eliminating lunar glare that might otherwise wash out faint meteors. The moon will be zero percent full during the peak, the American Meteor Society said. NASA considers the P…
Parasite Outbreak May Be Wider, CDC Says In New Warning Parasite Outbreak May Be Wider, CDC Says In New Warning
Parasite Outbreak May Be Wider, CDC Says In New Warning The scale of a fast-moving foodborne illness threat is coming into sharper focus, and confirmed cases may show only part of the problem. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Friday, July 24, that a Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce had expanded from five states to nine. At least 1,947 illnesses and 98 hospitalizations have been reported. No deaths have been recorded. Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania were added to Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia. The CDC warned that the outbreak may not be limited to those states. The true numb…
Pringles Unveils New Flavors Inspired By Buffalo Wings From Popular Chain Pringles Unveils New Flavors Inspired By Buffalo Wings From Popular Chain
Pringles Unveils New Flavors Inspired By Buffalo Wings From Popular Chain Pringles is the latest food brand to shout "Let's Go Sports Bar!" Buffalo Wild Wings and Pringles are teaming up to release three new limited-edition crisp flavors, Mars, Incorporated announced in a news release on Thursday, July 23. The new lineup is inspired by the Parmesan Garlic, Medium Buffalo, and Asian Zing sauces from the popular restaurant chain. The crisps will arrive at select retailers in July before expanding nationwide in September. Each can has a suggested retail price of $2.69. The Parmesan Garlic flavor features aged parmesan, roasted garlic, Italian herbs, …
Urgent Engine Fire Warning Issued For 565K+ Recalled Ford Vehicles Urgent Engine Fire Warning Issued For 565K+ Recalled Ford Vehicles
Urgent Engine Fire Warning Issued For 565K+ Recalled Ford Vehicles More than 565,000 Ford Bronco SUVs are being recalled because damaged wiring can spark a fire. Ford Motor Company issued the recall for 565,691 vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Monday, July 20. The recall affects certain 2021-2026 Ford Broncos and Bronco Raptors. The engine compartment wiring harness may rub against nearby components because it doesn't have enough protection from abrasion. The problem can expose internal wires and cause intermittent short circuits. Exposed circuits can create heat or sparks that may ignite nearby compo…
Pleasant Weekend Will Be Followed By New Storm System Pleasant Weekend Will Be Followed By New Storm System
Pleasant Weekend Will Be Followed By New Storm System A comfortable weekend will soon be followed by a stormy change. Click here for a new, updated story - Cold Front To Unleash Damaging Storms, Flooding Downpours: New Timing High pressure will keep most of the region comfortable with seasonable temperatures throughout the weekend, before humidity, clouds, and storm chances begin returning from west to east, according to the National Weather Service. Temperatures will generally reach the upper 70s to mid-80s, with lower humidity making the day feel more pleasant. An isolated shower or thunderstorm could interrupt the dry spell in western…
13 Campers Sickened By Mushroom-Laced Edibles At YMCA: Officials 13 Campers Sickened By Mushroom-Laced Edibles At YMCA: Officials
13 Campers Sickened By Mushroom-Laced Edibles At YMCA: Officials Thirteen children became sick after consuming suspected mushroom-laced edibles at a YMCA summer camp in New Jersey, officials said. East Orange police responded to the YMCA on North Arlington Avenue shortly after 11 a.m., after receiving a report that multiple campers had eaten what appeared to be mushroom-laced edible products, according to a press release issued by the city mayor's office. A camp counselor saw one camper handing out what appeared to be candy to other campers, which is prohibited under camp policy, the release said.  A short time later, one child who consumed the…
Maryland Family Torn Apart After Father Of Four Is Detained By ICE On Way To Work Maryland Family Torn Apart After Father Of Four Is Detained By ICE On Way To Work
Maryland Family Torn Apart After Father Of Four Is Detained By ICE On Way To Work One trip to work changed everything. A Maryland family is scrambling to keep its life together after a Baltimore father was detained by ICE during his morning commute, leaving behind a wife, four children, and the family's only steady source of income. According to a GoFundMe organized by his eldest daughter, Segundo Quizhpi Quizhpi was detained on Saturday, July 11, while on his way to work in Baltimore.  Hours later, at 3 a.m. the following morning, his wife learned he had been taken to the ICE detention center in Farmville, Virginia, roughly four hours from the family's home. Sinc…
Virginia Farmers Market Remains Open After Car Slams Into Stand, Injuring Two (DEVELOPING) Virginia Farmers Market Remains Open After Car Slams Into Stand, Injuring Two (DEVELOPING)
Virginia Farmers Market Remains Open After Car Slams Into Stand, Injuring Two (Developing) A busy Saturday at a Virginia farmers market was interrupted when a car crashed into one of the vendor stands, sending an adult and a child to the hospital. The crash happened shortly after noon on Saturday, July 25, at the Fairfax City Farmers Market in the 10000 block of Main Street, where an elderly driver reportedly crashed into a market stand, according to Fairfax County police. Police said one adult and one child suffered injuries that were not believed to be life-threatening. Both were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. Authorities have not said what caused the crash or …
NFL Head Coach Seriously Injured In Crash NFL Head Coach Seriously Injured In Crash
NFL Head Coach Seriously Injured In Crash A frightening off-field ordeal has forced one of the NFL's most prominent coaches to pull back as a new season begins. The San Francisco 49ers announced on Saturday, July 25, that head coach Kyle Shanahan suffered non-life-threatening injuries in a car crash and will have a limited role at the start of training camp. The crash occurred on Tuesday, July 14, near Shanahan's home in Los Gatos, California, when his vehicle collided with an SUV, the San Francisco Chronicle reported. Shanahan, 46, suffered a severe concussion, broken nose, broken hand, and three broken ribs. He also needed more …
Former Super Bowl Champion Dies Suddenly At 38 Former Super Bowl Champion Dies Suddenly At 38
Former Super Bowl Champion Dies Suddenly At 38 A football journey that began in a marching band and reached the sport’s biggest stage has ended far too soon. Former NFL offensive lineman Jordan Devey died by suicide on Tuesday, July 21, at age 38, in Salt Lake City, his family announced. Devey was a member of the New England Patriots team that defeated the Seattle Seahawks, 28-24, in Super Bowl XLIX following the 2014 season. His wife, Linsey, confirmed his death in a social media tribute posted on what would have been their 15th wedding anniversary.  "We brought four beautiful children into this world that have your eyes, freckl…
DC AAU Basketball Coach, Five Players Arrested During Florida Tournament Theft Case: Sheriff DC AAU Basketball Coach, Five Players Arrested During Florida Tournament Theft Case: Sheriff
DC AAU Basketball Coach, Five Players Arrested During Florida Tournament Theft Case: Sheriff A late-night stop at 7-Eleven ended with a Washington, DC-area AAU basketball coach and five of his teenage players in handcuffs. The Run It Up travel basketball team was in Florida for the Puma NXTPro tournament when members of the team were arrested following an alleged theft at a Davenport convenience store, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office. Detectives said the group entered the 7-Eleven on Ronald Reagan Parkway at approximately 4:10 a.m. on Thursday, July 23, and concealed merchandise before attempting to leave without paying. Investigators said the stolen items included D…
ICE Detains Southwest Flight Attendant On Work Trip, Supporters Dispute Federal Claims ICE Detains Southwest Flight Attendant On Work Trip, Supporters Dispute Federal Claims
ICE Detains Southwest Flight Attendant On Work Trip, Supporters Dispute Federal Claims Federal agents detained a Southwest Airlines flight attendant while on a work trip as concerns grow about the Trump administration's immigration crackdown. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers arrested Lorenzo "Enzo" Thompson at Nashville International Airport on Monday, July 14, NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth reported. Online records show he's being held at an ICE detention center in Natchez, Mississippi, about 100 miles southwest of Jackson. In April 2021, Thompson entered the US from Jamaica on a six-month visa. "Thompson never departed and remained in the U.S. ille…
Circus Performer Struck By Arrow During Live NY Fair Performance, Cops Say Circus Performer Struck By Arrow During Live NY Fair Performance, Cops Say
Circus Performer Struck By Arrow During Live NY Fair Performance, Cops Say A circus performer was injured after being struck by an arrow during a live show at a fair in the Hudson Valley on Friday, July 24, authorities said. Troopers responded to the Orange County Fair on the fairgrounds of 239 Wisner Ave. in Wallkill at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 24, after receiving a report that circus personnel had been injured during a performance, according to New York State Police. The preliminary investigation found that 42-year-old Ana B. Daza Tavera, of Waukesha, WI, fired an arrow at a foam target being held by fellow performer Edwin A. Cuervo Rangel, 38, also …
'Everything Is Unsalvageable': Maryland Family Offers Update After Dog-Started House Fire 'Everything Is Unsalvageable': Maryland Family Offers Update After Dog-Started House Fire
'Everything Is Unsalvageable': Maryland Family Offers Update After Dog-Started House Fire They don't blame Bo. Nearly two weeks after a bizarre Maryland house fire made headlines when investigators determined the family dog accidentally turned on a toaster, Shannon and Chad Ellis are sharing what happened after the cameras left, describing the heartbreak of losing nearly everything, the miracle that saved one beloved pet, and why they hope other families learn from their experience. The Ellis family's Belcamp home was destroyed on Friday, July 10, while no one was home.  According to the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal, Ring camera footage showed Bo jumping onto …
Virginia Councilman Accused Of Encouraging AI Child Abuse Images, Urging Abuse: DOJ Virginia Councilman Accused Of Encouraging AI Child Abuse Images, Urging Abuse: DOJ
Virginia Councilman Accused Of Encouraging AI Child Abuse Images, Urging Abuse: DOJ A Virginia town councilman is accused of actively encouraging online users to create AI-generated images of children being sexually abused, then urged others to do the same, federal authorities announced. Steven Wayne Erickson, 48, of Pulaski, was arrested on Thursday, July 23, on federal charges of receiving and distributing child sexual abuse material, according to the US Attorney's Office for the Western District of Virginia. Erickson serves on the Pulaski Town Council and works as the Pulaski County Work Report Program coordinator.  It was previously reported that Erickson once se…
Popular Restaurant Chain Responds As Cyclospora Outbreak Grows Popular Restaurant Chain Responds As Cyclospora Outbreak Grows
Popular Restaurant Chain Responds As Cyclospora Outbreak Grows Sweetgreen says it's not connected to the widespread Cyclospora outbreak linked to recalled iceberg lettuce. The salad chain responded to concerns from customers in an Instagram post on Wednesday, July 22. The message comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 4,173 confirmed Cyclospora cases as of Tuesday, July 21. The CDC is also aware of more than 7,400 additional reported cases that have not yet been laboratory confirmed, with many of those reported in Michigan and Ohio. Federal and state health officials are investigating multiple Cyclospora clus…
2 Countries Face Highest US Travel Warning: Key Risks 2 Countries Face Highest US Travel Warning: Key Risks
2 Countries Face Highest US Travel Warning: Key Risks Two destinations carrying Washington’s starkest warning now present Americans with sharply different dangers and, in one case, a major obstacle to returning home. The US Embassy in Niger highlighted the country’s Level 4 advisory on Thursday, July 9. The State Department updated its separate warning for the Democratic Republic of the Congo on Wednesday, July 15. Level 4 is the department’s highest advisory and means Americans should not travel to either country. Niger’s advisory cites terrorism, kidnapping, violent crime, civil unrest, and limited medical care. The State Department ordere…
Apple Launching New Payment Service With Klarna As Prices Rise: Reports Apple Launching New Payment Service With Klarna As Prices Rise: Reports
Apple Launching New Payment Service With Klarna As Prices Rise: Reports You could soon lease an Apple device through a new subscription-style program as the tech giant looks to offer more payment options amid rising prices, according to a report. The company plans to launch a device leasing service called Apple Upgrade on Tuesday, July 28, Bloomberg reported. The program will initially be available in the US through Apple stores and online. Apple is partnering with buy-now-pay-later service Klarna to finance the leases, sources told Bloomberg. The company plans to promote Apple Upgrade as a way to get lower monthly payments than its current financing …
Personal Data Of Chick-Fil-A Customers In MD Exposed In Cyberattack: What To Know Personal Data Of Chick-Fil-A Customers In MD Exposed In Cyberattack: What To Know
Personal Data Of Chick-Fil-A Customers In MD Exposed In Cyberattack: What To Know Chick-fil-A customers in several states are being warned that hackers may have accessed personal information stored in their loyalty accounts. The fast-food chain sent notification letters to affected Chick-fil-A One members on Monday, July 20, after identifying suspicious login activity involving its website and mobile app. The company determined on Monday, July 13, that the attackers may have accessed information in certain accounts. Unauthorized parties launched an automated cyberattack between Wednesday, June 17, and Friday, June 19, using email addresses and passwords obtained fro…
Is Your Salad Safe? Questions Linger As Federal Response Faces Scrutiny Is Your Salad Safe? Questions Linger As Federal Response Faces Scrutiny
Is Your Salad Safe? Questions Linger As Federal Response Faces Scrutiny A staple of salads, sandwiches, and tacos is leaving consumers with an uncomfortable question: Is it safe to eat? Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said on Tuesday, July 21, that a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak had been brought under control after officials identified a source and companies began recalls. “We do have the outbreak under control,” Kennedy said. “We have an extensive forensics, epidemiological forensics, and we’ve identified the source of the outbreak. We and the companies that are involved have implemented a recall.” However, the Centers for Dise…
Engine Starters Could Catch Fire In 318K+ Recalled BMWs, Toyotas Engine Starters Could Catch Fire In 318K+ Recalled BMWs, Toyotas
Engine Starters Could Catch Fire In 318K+ Recalled BMWs, Toyotas More than 318,000 BMW and Toyota vehicles are being recalled because an engine starter can overheat and catch fire. BMW of North America issued the recall for 318,495 vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report released on Wednesday, July 8. The recall includes certain 2021-2025 BMW vehicles and 2023-2024 Toyota Supras. The engine starter may overheat because of unexpected wear on an internal component. In some cases, the starter may fail to work properly, preventing the engine from starting. Owners are advised not to park the affected vehicles inside gar…
Cheez-It Launching New Flavor Inspired By Popular Beer Brand Cheez-It Launching New Flavor Inspired By Popular Beer Brand
Cheez-It Launching New Flavor Inspired By Popular Beer Brand A popular beer brand is putting its flavor into a new type of Cheez-It. Coors Light is teaming up with Cheez-It to launch limited-edition Beer Cheese-flavored crackers, Mars, Incorporated said in a news release on Wednesday, July 22. The new snack will be available at retailers nationwide beginning in August while supplies last. The cheesy crackers feature the taste of Coors Light-flavored beer cheese with a savory, tangy profile and toasted spices. "Our obsessed fans are constantly looking for bold new ways to enjoy Cheez-It, and we had the golden opportunity to bring one of America'…
Dangerous Headrests Spark Huge Recall Of Popular Child Car Seats Dangerous Headrests Spark Huge Recall Of Popular Child Car Seats
Dangerous Headrests Spark Huge Recall Of Popular Child Car Seats Nearly 60,000 Evenflo child car seats are being recalled because the headrest can shift during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Evenflo Company issued the recall for 59,661 Reo by Revolve360 child seats, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report submitted on Wednesday, July 22. The recall affects the Danvers, Chelsea, Brookline, Lenox, Holden, and Nantucket models. The headrest may shift in certain rear-facing or forward-facing positions during a crash. The problem means the child seats don't comply with federal safety standards for child restraint systems,…
Dog Ordered Euthanized After Attack On NY Teen: Owner Shares Her Side Dog Ordered Euthanized After Attack On NY Teen: Owner Shares Her Side
Dog Ordered Euthanized After Attack On NY Teen: Owner Shares Her Side A dog that bit and seriously injured a 17-year-old girl while she was walking her family's dog in New York has been euthanized following a court order, as its owner says she was unable to raise the money needed to bring the family pet home. Newburgh (Orange County, NY) police responded to 165 Fullerton Ave. at approximately 7:46 p.m. Sunday, May 18, to investigate a reported dog bite, where officers learned the teen had been attacked by a loose dog named Luna while walking her family's dog on a leash, police said in a press release on Friday, July 24. The victim suffered a puncture wound and…
Wanted Virginia Driver Busted After Hit-Run Reveals Open Booze, Ignition Interlock: Sheriff Wanted Virginia Driver Busted After Hit-Run Reveals Open Booze, Ignition Interlock: Sheriff
Wanted Virginia Driver Busted After Hit-Run Reveals Open Booze, Ignition Interlock: Sheriff If there was a wrong decision to make, deputies say Gordon Bruce made just about all of them. Stafford County deputies arrested the 60-year-old Fredericksburg man, after what started out as a midday hit-and-run rapidly spiraled into one long day for everyone involved. The chain of events unfolded around 4:55 p.m. on Thursday, July 23, along Stafford Lakes Parkway. Deputies say Gordon Bruce, 60, of Fredericksburg, rear-ended another driver before fleeing the scene and running a red light. It didn't get him very far. Responding deputies found Bruce's vehicle nearby with heavy front-end dam…
New Details Released After 9-Year-Old Dies In Sully Square E-Scooter Crash (UPDATED) New Details Released After 9-Year-Old Dies In Sully Square E-Scooter Crash (UPDATED)
New Details Released After 9-Year-Old Dies In Sully Square E-Scooter Crash (Updated) New details released Friday by Fairfax County Police are shedding light on the crash that killed a 9-year-old boy riding an electric scooter in Herndon, as investigators continue working to determine exactly what happened. The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 23, in the 3000 block of Madden Court in the Sully Square community. Crash Reconstruction Unit detectives say a 2012 Honda Odyssey was making a left turn from Highland Mews Court onto Madden Court when it collided with the child, who was riding an electric scooter in the parking area. The boy suffered life-threatening…
TikToker Acquitted In Neighbor's Death Gets 12 Years In Florida Kidnapping Case TikToker Acquitted In Neighbor's Death Gets 12 Years In Florida Kidnapping Case
TikToker Acquitted In Neighbor's Death Gets 12 Years In Florida Kidnapping Case TikToker and former National Guardsman Zachary Latham, who was acquitted in the high-profile killing of his New Jersey neighbor, has been sentenced to prison in Florida for stalking and attempting to kidnap a woman after she ended their relationship. The 24-year-old former Vineland, NJ man was sentenced as a Habitual Violent Felony Offender to 12 years in prison with a 10-year minimum mandatory after pleading guilty in Lee County, FL, the State Attorney's Office announced Monday, July 21. The victim met Latham online while he was living in New Jersey, but after he moved to Southwest Florida…
'NFL On CBS' Star Tony Romo Arrested On DUI Suspicion After Golf Tournament 'NFL On CBS' Star Tony Romo Arrested On DUI Suspicion After Golf Tournament
'NFL On CBS' Star Tony Romo Arrested On DUI Suspicion After Golf Tournament CBS lead NFL analyst and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was accused of driving while intoxicated after competing in a Wisconsin golf tournament, according to reports. Romo was stopped while driving southbound on Interstate 43 on Milwaukee's high-rise bridge at around 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 23, according to the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office. The 46-year-old was taken into custody on suspicion of first-offense operating while intoxicated before being booked and released. An arrest-detention report obtained by FOX6 Milwaukee and WISN 12 said Romo performed poorly o…
Maryland Mom Who Fled Before 100-Year Sentence In Baby's Death Case Captured: US Marshals Maryland Mom Who Fled Before 100-Year Sentence In Baby's Death Case Captured: US Marshals
Maryland Mom Who Fled Before 100-Year Sentence In Baby's Death Case Captured: US Marshals Ashley Nicole Franklin made the US Marshals' Most Wanted list. Now, nearly a year after disappearing instead of reporting to prison, the Maryland mother convicted in the death of her 10-month-old daughter has been captured hundreds of miles from home. The 39-year-old was arrested on Thursday, July 23, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, ending a months-long manhunt led by the US Marshals Service, according to federal authorities and the Washington County Sheriff's Office. Franklin was convicted on Aug. 6, 2025, of first-degree child abuse resulting in death, involuntary manslaughter, and neg…