SAFETY

May 02 2026HEALTH

Ghirardelli Mixes Pulled After Possible Salmonella Risk

A batch of Ghirardelli powdered drinks has been taken off shelves because the company suspects that a key ingredient might be contaminated with Salmonella. The recall follows an earlier pull of milk powder from a supplier in California that raised similar concerns. This milk powder is used in

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May 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Safety Gear That Saves Lives: New Airbag Tech for Motorcyclists

Motorcycle riders are stepping up their safety game this spring, and a new campaign called “Airbags Save” is leading the charge. The program, launched in 2024, highlights how modern airbag jackets and helmets can cut crash forces by as much as 95 percent. It also stresses that wearing the right gear

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May 02 2026OPINION

Electric scooters: too fast, too free, and totally ignored by the law

Across town, an unspoken rule seems to have taken hold. Bike lanes meant for emergencies now double as parking spots. Drivers sneak into spots marked for fire trucks, assuming no one will notice—or care. It’s not just cars though. Electric scooters, those quiet, zippy devices, have joined the chaos.

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May 02 2026WEATHER

Coastal dangers and weekend heat: what locals need to watch

Temperatures this weekend will swing between hot days inland and chilly coastal breezes, making for a mixed bag of weather across Oregon. While cities like Salem brace for a sudden temperature spike to 87 degrees Sunday, the coast stays cooler, with Seaside hitting just 62 on Saturday. The differenc

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May 02 2026CRIME

What happens when a long-term officer speaks up?

A Vero Beach police lieutenant has taken legal action, claiming he faced punishment after reporting concerns about workplace behavior. His deposition paints a picture of ongoing issues stretching back to the early 2000s, including claims of unprofessional conduct by superiors. Yet an internal review

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Tech Money vs AI Rules: A Strange Political Battle

New York is seeing a fight over AI rules that breaks normal political rules. A tech billionaire is spending millions to push for strict laws, especially to protect children from AI dangers and stop job losses. He backs a former tech critic now running for office. But big tech companies are fighting

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May 01 2026POLITICS

Political Donations: How to Tell a Real Fundraiser from a Fake One

Before the next big election season, a warning is going around about fake fundraising groups calling themselves PACs. These groups often pretend to support political causes but actually pocket most of the money they collect. With fundraising reaching a peak during midterm elections, these scams beco

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May 01 2026WEATHER

Decision to Keep Camp Mystic Closed After Deadly Floods

After severe flooding in Texas last July killed 28 campers and staff, Camp Mystic has decided against reopening this summer. The camp previously sought permission from regulators but now says the grief of families and ongoing investigations make a reopening impossible. They will also drop plans to a

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May 01 2026CRIME

Knoxville tries a new way to fight crime

Knoxville is trying a fresh approach to make its neighborhoods safer. Instead of just relying on police patrols, the city is testing something called TLC zones. These spots focus on fixing small problems that often lead to bigger ones. Think of it like cleaning up a messy room to stop fights before

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May 01 2026POLITICS

New rules proposed after deadly nursing home blast to help protect patients and first responders

A deadly explosion at a Bristol nursing home last December left three people dead and twenty injured. Rescue workers later admitted they weren‘t even sure they had evacuated everyone safely. The fire chief explained that teams kept searching long after they thought they were done just to be absolute

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