75° Mostly Cloudy
On Your Side
Weight-Loss Supplement Recalled Across US Over Serious Health Concern Weight-Loss Supplement Recalled Across US Over Serious Health Concern
Weight-Loss Supplement Recalled Across US Over Serious Health Concern A weight-loss product sold to consumers across the country is being recalled after testing uncovered ingredients that can cause serious and potentially deadly health problems. Ana Salazar Modela Tu Cuerpo Inc. is recalling Lipofit Extreme Fat Burner 2.0 after FDA laboratory analysis found undeclared fluoxetine in its daytime tablets and undeclared 2,4-dinitrophenol, or DNP, in its nighttime tablets, according to a company announcement posted by the US Food and Drug Administration. The recalled product was distributed nationwide directly to consumers through online sales. Fluoxetine is an a…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
National Interest
'Wheel Of Fortune' Announcer Suspended As Studio Launches Probe 'Wheel Of Fortune' Announcer Suspended As Studio Launches Probe
'Wheel Of Fortune' Announcer Suspended As Studio Launches Probe A familiar voice behind one of television's most enduring game shows has been sidelined while its studio investigates allegations against him. Jim Thornton, 61, who has served as the announcer for "Wheel of Fortune" since 2011, has been suspended by Sony Pictures Television Studios, according to multiple reports. The studio is recasting his role while its investigation continues. Sony confirmed the suspension to The Hollywood Reporter on Tuesday, Sept. 1, but did not disclose the nature of the allegations.  People also confirmed Thornton's suspension and reported that the investigatio…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
On Your Side
Power, Headlight Failures Prompt Massive Recall Of 148K+ Ford Cars Power, Headlight Failures Prompt Massive Recall Of 148K+ Ford Cars
Power, Headlight Failures Prompt Massive Recall Of 148K+ Ford Cars Nearly 150,000 Ford cars are being recalled because a wiring problem can cause drivers to lose power or several other important functions. Ford Motor Company issued the recall for 148,663 Mustang sports cars, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Tuesday, Aug. 25. The recall affects Mustangs from the model years 2024 through 2026. The car's engine compartment wiring harness ground connections can fracture. Depending on which connection breaks, drivers may lose motive power, one or both headlights, windshield washer fluid pump funct…

SHARE

by Chris Spiker
On Your Side
USPS Raising Rates For 2026 Holiday Season: See What's Increasing USPS Raising Rates For 2026 Holiday Season: See What's Increasing
USPS Raising Rates For 2026 Holiday Season: See What's Increasing The US Postal Service is planning price hikes for the 2026 holiday season. The higher USPS rates are expected to begin on Sunday, Oct. 4. The temporary prices would stay in place through Sunday, Jan. 17, 2027, pending a review by the Postal Regulatory Commission. The increases would apply to Priority Mail, Priority Mail Express, USPS Ground Advantage, and Parcel Select. Retail increases would range from 50 cents for lighter packages traveling shorter distances to as much as $20.80 for heavier Priority Mail Express shipments traveling longer distances. Flat Rate boxes and envelopes would al…

SHARE

by Chris Spiker
National Interest
Netflix’s September Lineup Brings New Seasons, Dark Drama, Reality Chaos Netflix’s September Lineup Brings New Seasons, Dark Drama, Reality Chaos
Netflix’s September Lineup Brings New Seasons, Dark Drama, Reality Chaos A crowded month of returning favorites, new obsessions, and familiar movies is headed to streaming queues. Netflix unveiled its September lineup on Monday, Aug. 31, featuring crime dramas, reality shows, comedies, romances, documentaries, and library favorites. “The Gentlemen” returns for its second season on Thursday, Sept. 3. Guy Ritchie’s crime series follows Eddie and Susie as they look to expand their growing empire and explore new ventures. Influencer Alix Earle moves into the spotlight with “Earle Meets World” on Friday, Sept. 4. The reality series promises an unfiltered look at her…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
On Your Side
Your Home, Car Can Smell Like Dunkin' With New Febreze Products: How To Get Them Your Home, Car Can Smell Like Dunkin' With New Febreze Products: How To Get Them
Your Home, Car Can Smell Like Dunkin' With New Febreze Products: How To Get Them You can soon enjoy the smell of Dunkin' beverages and doughnuts beyond your morning coffee run. Febreze and Dunkin' are teaming up for a limited-edition scent collection, Procter & Gamble said in a news release on Tuesday, Sept. 1. The partnership features three fragrances inspired by some of the chain's most recognizable menu items. The collection has launched nationwide and is available exclusively at Walmart. "We wanted to capture the ultimate daily ritual – a morning Dunkin' run – and bring that joy straight into the home," said Tyler Beck, P&G's vice president of North Am…

SHARE

by Chris Spiker
On Your Side
Rearview Camera Glitch Sparks Massive Recall Of 844K+ Cars, SUVs, Trucks Rearview Camera Glitch Sparks Massive Recall Of 844K+ Cars, SUVs, Trucks
Rearview Camera Glitch Sparks Massive Recall Of 844K+ Cars, SUVs, Trucks More than 844,000 vehicles are being recalled because a camera problem can block a driver's view while reversing. Stellantis issued the recall for 844,027 Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report filed on Thursday, Aug. 13. The recall affects certain 2026 and 2027 models. The issue involves radio software that can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying when a vehicle is placed in reverse. The failure can reduce rear visibility and increase the risk of a crash, according to the NHTSA. Stellantis started investiga…

SHARE

by Chris Spiker
Breaking News
Detectives Watched Maryland Home For A Month Before Moving In On Suspects: Sheriff Detectives Watched Maryland Home For A Month Before Moving In On Suspects: Sheriff
Detectives Watched Maryland Home For A Month Before Moving In On Suspects: Sheriff A monthlong drug investigation came crashing through the door at a Maryland home. Detectives executed a search warrant on Thursday, Aug. 27, at a residence in the 4800 block of Cardinal Drive in Wicomico County following an investigation into suspected drug distribution and stolen property, according to the Wicomico County Sheriff's Office. The investigation centered on Christin Donaway and Jordan Kirn, who detectives had been investigating over the previous month for the suspected distribution of controlled dangerous substances throughout the county. Investigators were also looking into t…

SHARE

by Zak Failla
Breaking News
31-Year Maryland Police Veteran Charged With Rape, Sex Abuse Of Minor: Police 31-Year Maryland Police Veteran Charged With Rape, Sex Abuse Of Minor: Police
31-Year Maryland Police Veteran Charged With Rape, Sex Abuse Of Minor: Police A 31-year police veteran is now accused of rape and child sex abuse in Maryland. Anne Arundel County Police Sgt. James Shoults was charged on Monday, Aug. 31, with second-degree rape, sex abuse of a minor, second-degree child abuse and related offenses, according to the department. The charges came more than a month after Maryland State Police opened a criminal investigation into Shoults. Anne Arundel County police said they were notified about the investigation on July 20 and initially placed Shoults on administrative suspension with pay. That changed Monday. After a warrant was issued …

SHARE

by Zak Failla
Breaking News
ICE Detained Maryland Dad Day Before He Was Set To Pin Son's New Army Rank. Now He's Home ICE Detained Maryland Dad Day Before He Was Set To Pin Son's New Army Rank. Now He's Home
ICE Detained Maryland Dad Day Before He Was Set To Pin Son's New Army Rank. Now He's Home Israel Velasco Ramirez was supposed to spend Sunday proudly pinning a new rank onto his son's shoulder. Instead, the longtime Maryland resident was in ICE custody while his son became an officer in the Army National Guard without him there. Ramirez was detained on Saturday, Aug. 22, while sitting in his truck in a Jessup parking lot waiting for a coworker, according to his son, Jose Velasco. On Tuesday, Sept. 1, the Elkridge family got the news it had spent more than a week waiting for. Ramirez was released and back home. "My dad is finally back home with us," Jose announced on Facebook.…

SHARE

by Zak Failla
Weather
Damaging Winds, Flooding Threaten Northeast During Multi-Day Storm Stretch Damaging Winds, Flooding Threaten Northeast During Multi-Day Storm Stretch
Damaging Winds, Flooding Threaten Northeast During Multi-Day Storm Stretch The stormiest part of a multi-day weather pattern is taking shape, with several rounds of downpours and severe thunderstorms threatening parts of the Northeast. Click here for a new, updated story - Stormiest Stretch Set To Arrive In Northeast With Multiple Rounds Ahead: Timing The National Weather Service says the first significant round will develop Tuesday, Sept. 1, with isolated to scattered strong-to-severe thunderstorms expected late in the afternoon and early evening across parts of the region. The greatest Tuesday threat includes New York City, northeastern New Jersey, the l…

SHARE

by Joe Lombardi
Breaking News
Teen Arrested Months After 2-Year-Old Wounded During Shooting In DC Apartment: Police Teen Arrested Months After 2-Year-Old Wounded During Shooting In DC Apartment: Police
Teen Arrested Months After 2-Year-Old Wounded During Shooting In DC Apartment: Police The bullets found their way inside. Nearly three months after a 2-year-old boy was wounded when gunfire erupted at a DC apartment complex, police say the teenager accused of pulling the trigger has been arrested. Casanova Lamons, 19, of Northeast DC, was taken into custody on Tuesday, Sept. 1, in connection with the June 10 shooting on Benning Road NE, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. The shooting was reported shortly before 10 p.m. in the 1700 block of Benning Road. Police say Lamons opened fire inside the apartment complex and fled before officers arrived. When police g…

SHARE

by Zak Failla