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Oct 08 2024POLITICS

Hurricane Helene: DeSantis and the White House at Odds

It's been a bit of a storm in more ways than one. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has been steering clear of calls from Vice President Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden, both of whom wanted to talk about the recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene hit the state. A person close to DeSantis said he

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Oct 08 2024POLITICS

Florida's DeSantis Avoids Calls from Harris Amid Incoming Hurricane

Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida is reportedly steering clear of calls from Kamala Harris, even as Hurricane Milton threatens to hit the state just two days after Hurricane Helene. An aide to DeSantis confirmed that the governor isn't picking up Harris's calls because they seem political. As of Mond

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Oct 08 2024POLITICS

Hurricane Help: A Budget Battle in the Briefing Room

Last Monday, the White House briefing room turned into a battlefield of words between Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and Fox News' Peter Doocy. The topic? Whether people hit by Hurricane Helene are getting the aid they need. The Biden administration has already sent over $210 million to help tho

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Oct 08 2024SCIENCE

NASA's Europa Mission Halted by Storm

NASA's Europa Clipper, a spacecraft designed to explore Jupiter’s icy moon Europa, has had its launch delayed due to a powerful hurricane headed towards Florida. The mission was originally set to launch on October 10, but Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm, has forced NASA to postpone the event. H

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Oct 08 2024POLITICS

Helping NC Voters: Hurricane Changes Voting Rules

North Carolina's election board decided to make voting easier for those hit hard by Hurricane Helene. In the western part of the state, 13 counties got more flexible options for mail-in voting and running elections. Usually, voters have to request absentee ballots by a certain Tuesday. Now, they can

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Oct 07 2024WEATHER

Florida's Gulf Coast Braces for Hurricane Milton

Get ready, Florida! A big storm is coming your way. Hurricane Milton has been upgraded to a Category 4 hurricane and it’s not wasting any time. By Monday morning, it went from a Category 3 to a Category 4 in just two hours. The National Hurricane Center says the winds are already at 155 mph and migh

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Oct 07 2024ENVIRONMENT

The Unexpected Flooding in North Carolina's Mountains

Imagine you live in a town tucked away in the mountains of North Carolina, far from any coast. You might think you’re safe from hurricanes, right? Well, think again. This is exactly what happened when Hurricane Helene hit Florida and then sent its leftover rain straight to North Carolina. It al

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Oct 07 2024CELEBRITIES

Dwyane Wade's Sporty Weekend with Family and Friends

Dwyane Wade had a fun-filled weekend, packed with sports games. He wasn’t alone; he was joined by his wife Gabrielle Union and some friends. They watched the Dodgers beat the Padres 7-5 in the NLDS opening game. The next day, they were at SoFi Stadium to see the Rams take on the Packers. Wade sporte

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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Flying and Movie Drama: A Mixed Bag for Passengers

Ever wondered if you should watch a movie about plane crashes while on a flight? Well, it depends. Some airlines say no way, others are more chill about it. Let's dive into what makes the difference. Take Delta Air Lines, for example. They steer clear of movies like "Flight" and "Sully". Why? B

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Oct 07 2024WEATHER

Understanding the Impact of Hurricane Helene in 2024

As Hurricane Helene approaches Florida, meteorologists warn about significant storm surge and potential flooding. The surge is expected to be particularly high in northwest Florida. Surge-related property damage is often greater than wind damage in coastal areas. Above Ground Level (AGL) refers to t

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