Hurricane Milton left millions of Floridians without power and claimed nine lives after tearing through the state with strong winds, flooding, and tornadoes. The Category 3 storm hit Siesta Key near Tampa Bay on Wednesday evening, causing widespread damage and disruption. St. Lucie County saw four f
Ethel Kennedy, the wife of the late Senator Robert F. Kennedy, passed away at 96 years old. She was known for her dedication to human rights and social justice. Born into a large family in Chicago, Ethel met her future husband through his sister, Jean Kennedy, on a ski trip in 1945. They married in
In the early hours of Thursday, a powerful hurricane named Milton tore through the Tampa Bay area, leaving behind a trail of destruction that included the roof of Tropicana Field, home to the Tampa Bay Rays baseball team. The stadium's dome roof, designed to withstand winds up to 110 mph, couldn't h
Ever heard of Milton? It's not a person, but a storm! A big one, too. Milton was a post-tropical cyclone in the North Atlantic Ocean, according to the National Hurricane Center. This storm was no joke, with winds blowing at 75 miles per hour! It caused power outages in its path. About 20% to 80% of
Hurricane Milton surprised everyone by growing so fast and strong. It started small, but quickly got bigger and stronger. This happened because of very warm water in the Gulf of Mexico. Also, a process called "eyewall replacement" made it even bigger. Milton's winds reached over 175 mph, which is ve
It seems like the weather is always a hot topic, especially when it's dangerous. President Biden recently clapped back at a wild claim by Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. She said the government can control the weather, like a huge, invisible hand. But Biden didn't buy it. He said it's "ridic
President Biden recently called out what he called "stupid" claims that the government can control the weather. A Georgia congresswoman, Marjorie Taylor Greene, has been spreading this idea. She believes the government can literally control the weather, which Biden thinks is ridiculous. The Federal
As the calendar flips to the second week of October, New Englanders can expect some beautiful weather. Today, temperatures are starting in the 40s and will rise to the upper 50s, with a pleasant breeze from the northwest. Boston might not hit 60 degrees, but that's okay – it's a great day to enjoy t
In a race against time, Starlink and T-Mobile have joined forces to bring emergency cell service to areas hit by Hurricane Milton in Florida. Despite the service being far from ready, the companies have made it available ahead of schedule. This isn't just for T-Mobile customers; all phones in the af
As Hurricane Milton threatens Florida, you might expect people to flee their homes. But some families are choosing an unusual refuge: Disney World. While it's known for fun vacations, the resort is also built to withstand Florida's tough weather. It has its own power grid and a special team called t
