SOUTHERN UNITED STATES

Apr 08 2026WEATHER

Storm Ready: Where to Hide When Tornadoes Hit SE Michigan

Southern Michigan has faced more than its share of wild weather lately. Tornado warnings have blared from phones and sirens have wailed through neighborhoods. People scramble downstairs, shove into closets, and brace for the worst. When alerts scream "danger now, " every second counts. Planning ahe

reading time less than a minute
Apr 04 2026BUSINESS

United Adds “Basic” Business Class to Cut Costs

United Airlines plans to launch a new type of business‑class seat that cuts certain perks, such as free seat selection and lounge entry, to offer lower prices on long‑haul flights. The airline says the idea is to let passengers pay only for what they really want. The plan includes three fare leve

reading time less than a minute
Apr 03 2026BUSINESS

Higher Baggage Fees Hit Travelers Amid Rising Fuel Costs

United Airlines has announced a hike in checked‑bag charges, raising the fee for the first two bags by $10 and adding an extra $50 for a third bag. The change, effective on tickets bought after April 3, follows a similar move by JetBlue earlier in March. Passengers traveling to the U. S. , Mexico, C

reading time less than a minute
Apr 03 2026BUSINESS

United Adds New Ticket Levels for First‑Class Flights

United Airlines is changing how it sells seats in its premium cabins. Instead of just one price, the airline will now offer three levels: base, standard and flexible. The plan starts on long‑haul international routes, across the U. S. , and some Hawaii trips. The base option is the cheapest

reading time less than a minute
Mar 19 2026ENVIRONMENT

Southern California’s Clean Transport Jobs at Risk Without State Action

Southern California isn’t just following the electric vehicle trend—it’s driving it. The region has turned itself into a hub for clean transportation, with companies making batteries, electric trucks, and even solar-powered cars. The Port of San Diego is spending millions to switch from diesel to el

reading time less than a minute
Feb 15 2026WEATHER

Storm Heads to Southern California, Bracing for Heavy Rain and Big Waves

Southern California is gearing up for a big weather event that could bring heavy rain, flooding, and dangerous waves to the coast. A strong storm system is expected to hit the region over the weekend, with the most intense impacts occurring from Sunday into Monday. The weather forecast starts off

reading time less than a minute
Jan 27 2026BUSINESS

UnitedHealth Group: Navigating Challenges and Planning for the Future

UnitedHealth Group recently shared its fourth-quarter earnings, showing a slight beat on earnings per share but missing revenue expectations. The company reported $2. 11 in adjusted earnings per share, just above the $2. 10 expected by analysts. However, revenue came in at $113. 2 billion, falling s

reading time less than a minute
Jan 21 2026BUSINESS

Soaring High: United Airlines Eyes Record Profits in 2025

United Airlines recently shared some exciting news. They think they might make more money than ever before in 2025. Why? Because lots of people want to fly, especially for business and in fancy seats. They expect to make between $12 and $14 per share this year. That's close to what experts guessed.

reading time less than a minute
Jan 18 2026ENVIRONMENT

Southern California's Water Woes: Business vs. Environment

Southern California's waterways might soon see less protection. The EPA is redefining what counts as "waters of the United States" under the Clean Water Act. This change could mean more pollution in the region's flood control channels, which might no longer be seen as protected waters. The EPA's ne

reading time less than a minute
Jan 17 2026WEATHER

Southern Africa Faces Severe Flooding Crisis

Southern Africa is in the grip of a severe flooding crisis. Over 100 people have lost their lives in South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe due to relentless heavy rains. The downpours have been ongoing for weeks, causing widespread devastation. In South Africa, the situation is dire. Army helicopt

reading time less than a minute