Western North Carolina was devastated by Hurricane Helene, with severe flooding and landslides causing extensive damage. Road closures have hindered emergency response efforts, while essential services like electricity, internet, and cellular networks remain down. The River Arts District in Ashevill
September has been a soggy month, with powerful storms and flooding happening all over the world. While scientists can link some of these weather events directly to global warming, it’s still too early to say for sure if climate change is behind this month's unusual rainfall. "We always have extrem
Frank Fritz, known for his role in "American Pickers," passed away on September 30, 2024. He was 60 years old and had been part of the History Channel show since 2010. Frank's journey on the show, which involved traveling around the country to find rare artifacts with his friend Mike Wolfe, spanned
For years, gamers have been enjoying a wide range of Nintendo Switch games through the Ryujinx emulator. But suddenly, the project came to an abrupt halt. The developers pulled the plug after reportedly getting a warning from Nintendo. This isn't the first time Nintendo has clashed with emulators. R
Imagine this: two men, a former sheriff named Mickey Stines and District Judge Kevin Mullins, having lunch together in Letcher County, Kentucky. They chatted about something private that seemed harmless at the time. But later, it became clear that their conversation was a turning point in a tragic e
After a seven-year break, the acclaimed British actor Daniel Day-Lewis is making a comeback. At 67, he's set to star in his son Ronan Day-Lewis's directorial debut called "Anemone". The film, currently being shot in Manchester, boasts an impressive cast including Sean Bean and Samantha Morton. It ex
In Erwin, Tennessee, Hurricane Helene left behind more than just flooded streets. The workers at Impact Plastics were told to stay put, even as water started pouring in. Bertha Mendoza, 56, had just enough time to call her husband and kids before the flood took her life. She was one of many who coul
Imagine finding yourself in the heat of a debate, eagerly presenting your views, only to have your voice abruptly silenced. This is what happened to JD Vance, a candidate, during a recent CBS News debate. While discussing Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio, moderator Margaret Brennan interrupted
As we say goodbye to summer, it's time to think about hurricane season. Whether you live near the coast or farther inland, being prepared is crucial. The United States sees an average of five hurricanes every three years, so having a plan can make all the difference. First, let’s talk about staying
Columbia just got a real taste of Tropical Storm Helene, and it wasn’t pleasant. The airport clocked a wind gust at 67 mph, which is pretty strong! Lots of power lines went down, and trees fell everywhere because of the storm. Heavy rains made things worse by soaking the ground. When more rain came,
