This weekend promises a wild ride for the Central U.S. as a slow-moving upper-level pattern sets the stage for various weather events. Severe thunderstorms are expected along a cold front stretching across the Southern Plains, bringing risks of large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. Damaging wind gusts, large to very large hail and tornadoes are…
In the flurry of tech migration from California to Texas in 2020, Austin emerged as a burgeoning tech hub, buoyed by significant moves from Oracle and Tesla. Oracle relocated its headquarters to Austin, while Tesla began construction of a massive Cybertruck factory in the area, both bolstered by tax incentives and state support. These developments…
A recent analysis conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed a concerning “critical safety gap” within Tesla’s Autopilot system, contributing to 467 collisions, including 13 fatalities and numerous serious injuries. The investigation, spanning nearly three years, examined 956 crashes where Autopilot was purportedly engaged. The NHTSA’s findings highlighted deficiencies in Autopilot’s design,…
As the mercury rises, so do the gas prices at California pumps. Drivers across the state are feeling the pinch as they watch the numbers climb relentlessly. In a research note, analysts from JPMorgan predicted that if strong consumer demand for gas persists amid the lowest supply of gasoline in three years, average prices could…
In the aftermath of Seattle, Washington’s ambitious $20 minimum wage law for fast food workers, a similar narrative of consumer pushback and market turbulence is emerging. The move, mirroring the city’s past experiences with minimum wage regulations, has sparked concerns over its ramifications for both businesses and consumers. Seattle, known for its progressive stance on…
In Jackson, Mississippi, a woman rejected a settlement offer from the city after officials disclosed the payout for her brother’s death, reported Wednesday. George Robinson, 62, passed away in January 2019, following an incident involving three Jackson police officers searching for a murder suspect. The City Council approved a $17,786 settlement for Robinson’s family, although…
Severe thunderstorms are forecasted to impact portions of eastern Nebraska and western Iowa later today, potentially affecting the evening commute. Hail with a diameter greater than 3 inches is possible according to the National Weather Service. It’s crucial to have multiple ways of receiving weather warnings to stay informed and safe. Throughout the afternoon and…
The recent outbreak of avian influenza in US dairy cattle continues to escalate, with detection now in eight states, up from six just three weeks ago. Concerns heighten as the virus is found in raw milk and retail milk samples, indicating potential widespread dissemination. Surveillance and enhanced testing protocols are urged to control the spread…
Tennessee House Republicans passed a bill on Tuesday that would allow some teachers and staff to carry concealed handguns in public schools despite intense opposition from Democrats, students, gun-reform advocates, and parents of school shooting survivors. The legislation, which easily sailed through the House on a 68-28 vote, is now headed to Republican Governor Bill…
An elderly woman’s desperate financial situation led to a shocking turn of events as she allegedly robbed a bank at gunpoint in Ohio. Ann Mayers, 74, found herself ensnared in a web of deceit after falling victim to a scam, coupled with mounting debts owed to her sister and a friend totaling $70,000, according to…
