Hurricane Helene left behind a trail of devastation in the Southeast, causing significant disruptions to students' education. Schools in North Carolina, like Buncombe County, are still closed weeks after the storm hit because of damaged buildings and lack of essential services like water and power.
Weeks after Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina, 92 people are still missing. Officials from the state's emergency management, National Guard, and others gave an update at a press conference. Governor Roy Cooper warned that the number of missing could change as more information comes in. The storm
Georgia saw a record-breaking turnout for early voting on Tuesday, with over 300,000 ballots cast. This is double the previous record from 2020, which stood at 136,000. The state, a crucial battleground, is still feeling the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and controversial changes to election rules t
On Monday, China pushed the limits by flying its largest number of warplanes around Taiwan during military drills. This move was a response to Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te, who spoke about protecting the island's sovereignty. The drills involved fighter jets, drones, warships, and coast guar
Looks like there's a new storm brewing in the Atlantic. The National Hurricane Center says this system could get stronger as it heads towards the Caribbean this week. They're calling it AL94, and it's currently causing some messy showers and thunderstorms in the central Atlantic. Experts think it mi
Keesler Air Force Base has been a vital place for training US Air Force personnel since before World War II. It's also home to the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, commonly called the "Hurricane Hunters." These brave pilots fly into storms to gather crucial weather data. The base is located in
The Meta Quest 3S has been a game-changer for me after Hurricane Helene. Unlike its pricier sibling, the Quest 3, the 3S offers a similar experience without the hefty price tag. The mixed reality feature is impressive, allowing me to interact with my living room while playing games. It's like turnin
Florida has seen its fair share of hurricanes this season. As we move into November, the weather is changing. The hurricane season officially ends on November 30, and while the tropics are still active, Florida is no longer in the main storm path. There's been some chatter about a new tropical syste
In North Carolina, FEMA workers had to change their hurricane recovery plans after facing threats that put their safety at risk. A man with an assault rifle was reported making comments about harming FEMA employees working in the Lake Lure and Chimney Rock areas. Authorities identified the suspect a
As the US election gets closer, Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris hit the campaign trail on Sunday to gain support in key states. In North Carolina, Harris challenged her rival at Greenville's Black church, accusing them of spreading false information about hurricanes Helene and Mil
