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Jan 23 2025WEATHER

South Under Siege: Unusual Winter Blast

Imagine the Southern US covered in a blanket of snow. That's what happened recently when a massive winter storm hit the region. Governors took action, declaring states of emergency due to the severe weather. Tragically, this harsh event caused multiple deaths. New Orleans experienced its coldest eve

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Jan 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A Sneak Peek at the Whimsical Puppets of 'The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure'

Disney Live Entertainment recently gave fans a behind-the-scenes look at the new puppets that will be featured in "The Little Mermaid — A Musical Adventure. " Among the highlights was a stunning life-size pink flamingo, similar to those seen in the beloved "Kiss the Girl" scene. The puppets are set

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Jan 23 2025WEATHER

Snow Storm Upends Basketball Schedules

It was a chilly surprise for basketball fans as Winter Storm Enzo left a record snowfall in southern states. The NBA had to postpone the Milwaukee Bucks vs. New Orleans Pelicans game because New Orleans wasn't ready for snow. The city usually has warm weather, so clearing big snow piles isn't someth

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Jan 23 2025WEATHER

Snow in the Sunshine State: Florida's Rare Weather Event

Florida, typically known for its sunny beaches, has recently experienced something unusual: snow. Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for the northern part of Florida, warning of hazardous winter weather including snow, sleet, and freezing rain. Early Wednesday, light snow continued

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Jan 23 2025SPORTS

AI Judges at X Games in Aspen: Future of Scoring?

This week, the X Games in Aspen is taking a revolutionary step by incorporating artificial intelligence to judge halfpipe runs. Jeremy Bloom, the X Games' new CEO and a former freestyle skier, has partnered with Google founder Sergey Brin to develop this technology using Google Cloud tools. Bloom be

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Jan 22 2025HEALTH

How Coordinated Care Plans Affect Medicaid Spending

"Imagine you're one of the over 4 million folks who rely on both Medicare and Medicaid. You might be on a dual-eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP) that only coordinates care. What does this mean? Well, it's a bit like having a personal healthcare manager. This manager makes sure you get all the serv

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Jan 22 2025HEALTH

Skin Cancer Detection: A Fresh Look with Deep Learning

Imagine if detecting skin cancer could be as simple as snapping a picture. Scientists are working on just that! They're using a special kind of computer program called convolutional neural networks (CNNs), and these aren't your average programs. They're like super-smart detectives that can spot patt

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Jan 22 2025WEATHER

A Big Chill Hits the Southern US: Unusual Winter Storm Brings Snow and Cold

Imagine this: a massive winter storm is sweeping through the South, catching millions off guard. This isn't your typical snow day; it's a once-in-a-generation event! With temperatures plummeting and snow falling in places that rarely see it, over 40 million people are under winter weather alerts. Te

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Jan 22 2025WEATHER

Bundle Up, Theme Park Fans! Chilly Morning Ahead

Hey, theme park lovers! Here's a heads-up for your Wednesday morning adventure at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort. The National Weather Service has dropped a Cold Weather Advisory for January 22, affecting areas like Inland Volusia, Northern Lake, Orange, Seminole, and Southern Lake c

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Jan 22 2025WEATHER

Discovering Louisiana: WBRZ News Teams' Journey in the Historic Snowstorm

On Tuesday, January 21st, WBRZ's news, weather, and even sports teams hit the road. Their mission? To explore how residents were dealing with the first significant snowfall since 2018 in southeastern Louisiana. It was quite the show, with several inches of snow blanketing the region. Destiny Beasle

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