Kyle Larson says SVG will be "dominant" if he can figure out NASCAR ovals
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 21:30:04 +0000
Shane van Gisbergen is one of just four drivers with multiple wins in the NASCAR Cup Series this year. He's also just one more victory away from matching Kyle Larson, Denny Hamlin and Christopher Bell for the most wins this year (three).
Well, SVG is off to a good start, earning pole position for the Cup race at Sonoma in his fourth consecutive pole across the Cup and Xfinity Series. Larson ...Keep reading

Shane van Gisbergen ?shaking? after NASCAR Cup pole at Sonoma
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 19:59:18 +0000
Shane van Gisbergen has now won four consecutive poles in the NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series, sweeping qualifying at both Chicago and now Sonoma. In Cup qualifying at Sonoma on Saturday, he looked untouchable, earning his fourth career pole and third of the 2025 season.
"I'm shaking," said van Gisbergen after the pole run. "That was pretty full-on. I'm stoked to have Red Bull on the car. Thank ...Keep reading

Brad Keselowski and Denny Hamlin claim NASCAR has "too many road courses"
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 20:27:12 +0000
For the longest time, NASCAR had just two road courses on the Cup schedule -- Sonoma Raceway and Watkins Glen.
However, the series has rapidly expanded that number in recent years with Cup races at the Indianapolis Road Course, Daytona Road Course, Road America, Charlotte Roval, Circuit of the Americas, as well as events in Mexico City and on the streets of Chicago. 
Some of these tracks ...Keep reading

Company that makes NASCAR Martinsville grandfather clock set to close
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 19:43:19 +0000
Martinsville Speedway is one of the oldest tracks on the NASCAR schedule, and it was part of the original eight-race season in 1949. The historic half-mile hosts two Cup races every year and is part of the Round of 8 playoff round.
Since 1964, the track known as the 'paperclip' has given out a very special trophy to the winner -- a grandfather clock. The first recipient was Fred Lorenzen, who ...Keep reading

Every foreign-born race winner in NASCAR history
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 04:41:24 +0000
With his third career victory at the Chicago Street Course in 2025, Shane van Gisbergen became the winningest foreign-born driver in the history of the NASCAR Cup Series.
Of course, NASCAR is a deeply American form of auto racing, so non-Americans winning isn't exactly commonplace. Until the top level of the sport raced in Mexico City in 2025, there hadn't been a points-paying Cup race outside ...Keep reading

23XI and FRM denied rehearing in major blow, could lose charters by next week
Wed, 09 Jul 2025 15:53:40 +0000
The lawsuit between 23XI Racing, Front Row Motorsports, and NASCAR is set for December 1st, but another legal battle between the parties has been raging in the meantime. Here's how we all got to this point:
Prior to the start of the 2025 season, the teams were granted a preliminary injunction to keep their charters while the lawsuit was ongoing in order to avoid irreparable harm. However ...Keep reading

Trackhouse owner praises Daniel Suarez, but says "it was time to move on"
Tue, 08 Jul 2025 17:10:08 +0000
When Trackhouse Racing entered NASCAR five years ago, they signed Daniel Suarez as their one and only driver. Since then, they've expanded with three full-time cars and a fourth, part-time entry.
The organization has finished as high as second in the championship and won 11 races, but Suarez is only responsible for two of those victories. In 2025, he is the only one of their three drivers yet ...Keep reading

NASCAR says they didn't see Cody Ware's initial impact in caution controversy
Tue, 08 Jul 2025 16:53:32 +0000
NASCAR officials have responded publicly to the criticism of their handling of the race finish at Chicago, where they waited far too long to throw a caution for a severe accident that ultimately ended the race.
Cody Ware was running 18th as race leader Shane van Gisbergen was approaching the white flag. But when a brake rotor exploded at one of the fastest parts of the circuit, Ware was just ...Keep reading

The history Shane van Gisbergen made with his Chicago NASCAR Cup win
Tue, 08 Jul 2025 03:17:53 +0000
Shane van Gisbergen remains near-unstoppable on the streets of Chicago. In five starts between the Xfinity and Cup Series, he has won four of them. The only race he attempted but didn't manage to win was the Cup race in 2024, and that's because he got wrecked out of the event.
With his latest victory, he joins Denny Hamlin, Kyle Larson, and Christopher Bell as the only drivers with multiple Cup ...Keep reading

These 5 free add-ons make Minecraft Bedrock Edition feel brand new
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 10:30:00 +0000
Five free Bedrock add-ons that totally shake up survival, crafting, and provide some chaos. Best of all, it doesn't cost anything to freshen up gameplay this way.

The best Xbox and PC headset I've used for the last couple years is on sale
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 02:17:29 +0000
Get it while it lasts; this deal will be gone once Amazon Prime Day is over. Grab it before you have to wait until. Black Friday!

Grab these 7 Xbox games all under $40 ? you don't have long before Amazon Prime Day ends, so act fast
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 22:39:30 +0000
Several Xbox games like Elden Ring are on sale for under $40, with deep discounts up to 80% off, but you need to act fast before Amazon Prime Day ends.

This RDR2 deal feels like highway robbery ? grab the "Wild West masterpiece" today before it rides off into the sunset
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 22:28:58 +0000
Rockstar Games' Red Dead Redemption is one of the best games ever made, down to a dirt cheap price for Prime Day ? but hurry, because it's ending soon!

[ENDED] This Xbox Edition mechanical keyboard is at its lowest price yet while this sale lasts ? Nostalgic green transparency for the win
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 22:10:00 +0000
This Xbox Edition of the 8BitDo Retro 87 Mechanical Keyboard is currently at its lowest price yet, while stock is available. It has several helpful controls and has a beautiful Halo green transparency to it.

xAI's $300/month Grok 4, billed as a "maximally truth-seeking AI" ? seemingly solicits Elon Musk's opinion on controversial topics
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 21:03:00 +0000
xAI's "smartest AI in the world," Grok 4, is seemingly seeking Elon Musk's view on controversial topics.

Monster Hunter Wilds disappointed me, so I returned to Monster Hunter Rise now that it's cheaper than $11 ? You only have a few hours left until this steal of a deal goes away, so get hunting!
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 20:50:03 +0000
Amazon is hosting an insanely cheap 75% discount for Monster Hunter Rise, an over-the-top, arcade-like take on Capcom's Monster Hunter series that's only available for a limited time in the last few hours of Amazon Prime Day.

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War, one of the greatest RTS games ever made, just had its release date announced for a Definitive Edition
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 20:16:46 +0000
Relic Entertainment has announced the release date for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition, an enhanced version of the beloved real-time strategy game packed with all the original title's expansions, graphical and performance improvements, and more.

Stack years of Microsoft 365 ? this deal would have been a bargain in 2013
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 20:12:00 +0000
Microsoft 365 is down to $64.99 for Personal and $99.99 for Family. You can stack up to 5 years and get Word, Excel, OneDrive, and AI features at a major discount.

I don't care about Genshin Impact, but this is the best power bank I've ever used ? and there's still time to save on one before Prime Day ends
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 20:04:16 +0000
The UGREEN Nexode 130W Power Bank (Genshin Impact Edition) has dropped to $69.99 (was $89.99) for Prime Day, and now is your last chance to grab at this price.

STOP ignoring mini PCs! Today's your last chance to save on a bagel-sized Windows PC during Prime Day ? YES, it runs my games
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 20:00:00 +0000
In the final hours of Amazon Prime Day, Geekom's excellent mini Windows PC is available at a reasonable price for a limited time.

This last-minute anti-Prime Day deal on an RTX 5070 gaming laptop is ELITE ? it's "Razer's best-selling machine made better than ever"
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 19:29:28 +0000
The best gaming laptop in Razer's arsenal is its Razer Blade 14, and with this last-minute anti-Prime Day deal, you can snag it for $400 off.

TODAY ONLY: My favorite All-in-one desktop is on sale right now ? It's the perfect all-rounder for work, school, and creative use
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 18:41:25 +0000
I absolutely love the HP OmniStudio X All-in-One desktop and right now, this fantastic PC is on sale, today only.

Split Fiction is on sale during Amazon Prime Day ? this is your last chance to save on one of the "best co-op games of the last several years"
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 17:50:36 +0000
Split Fiction is a genre-defining co-op game, and you can save money by grabbing a physical Xbox Series X version during Amazon Prime Day.

HP's discount on one of the most powerful gaming laptops on the planet is absolutely UNBEATABLE ? but you only have a few hours to get one!
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 17:32:55 +0000
If you've been holding out for a truly mindboggling deal on a gaming laptop during Prime Day, this is it. It simply doesn't get better than this MASSIVE saving on an HP OMEN MAX 16.

Workers discover 18th-century vessel while installing pipeline in medieval 'Game of Thrones' city
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 08:00:39 GMT
An 18th-century wooden boat was recently unearthed beneath the seabed in Dubrovnik's Old Town harbor, adding to Europe's vessel-related discoveries this year.

Inside the British royal family's most scandalous summer vacation spots
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 08:00:24 GMT
From Prince Harry's Las Vegas escapades to Princess Margaret's Mustique alleged affair, royal vacation destinations have often been the backdrop for headline-making scandals.

Suzanne Morphew's remains may have been moved twice after being killed, forensic scientist says
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 08:00:09 GMT
New evidence suggests Suzanne Morphew's body was moved at least one time after she was killed, prosecutors said.

Summer beach day turns dangerous as lightning strikes three at St. Augustine Pier in Florida
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 07:50:22 GMT
A lightning incident at Florida's St. Augustine Pier left three injured and beachgoers in panic, highlighting safety concerns as the US reports six lightning fatalities in 2025.

Menendez brothers score crucial legal victory in decades-long fight as they await potential freedom
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 05:12:57 GMT
Los Angeles court grants Menendez brothers a legal win regarding new evidence of alleged abuse, as prosecutors must now justify why the evidence shouldn't lead to habeas relief

Karen Read lands lucrative book deal while witnesses face continued harassment after acquittal
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 04:00:21 GMT
After Karen Read's acquittal in John O'Keefe's death, witnesses face harassment, investigators lose jobs, and Read secures media deals while facing a lawsuit.

Browns rookie Quinshon Judkins arrested in Florida for alleged domestic violence
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 03:43:46 GMT
Ohio State rookie Quinshon Judkins, drafted by the Cleveland Browns to potentially replace Nick Chubb, was arrested for alleged domestic violence.

Trump threatens to strip Rosie O'Donnell's U.S. citizenship as he says she's a 'threat to humanity'
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 03:09:41 GMT
Trump and O'Donnell's 18-year feud intensifies as the president suggests stripping the comedian's citizenship after her Ireland move, sparking pointed social media responses.

Child predator among more than 300 nabbed in cannabis farm ICE raid, largest of Trump's second term
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 02:28:17 GMT
Glass House Farms in California faces investigation for child labor violations after a major ICE raid resulted in 319 arrests and violent clashes between agents and protesters

Arizona resident dies of pneumonic plague, the first deadly case in area in nearly 20 years
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 02:19:19 GMT
The first pneumonic plague death in Arizona's Coconino County in almost two decades highlights the rare but deadly respiratory disease transmitted mainly by infected fleas.

Bucks' Myles Turner details decision to leave Pacers after NBA Finals run
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 02:07:04 GMT
After 10 years with the Pacers, NBA two-time blocks leader Myles Turner joins the Milwaukee Bucks, citing "alignment issues" with Indiana after Tyrese Haliburton's injury.

Yankees slugger Aaron Judge hits milestone home run at blistering fast pace
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 01:36:18 GMT
The New York Yankees' Aaron Judge needed 1,088 games to hit his 350th homer. Former slugger Mark McGwire reached the milestone in his 1,280th game.

Kash Patel torches ?conspiracy theories? about Bondi feud amid MAGA furor over Epstein files
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 01:32:52 GMT
Trump defends Attorney General Pam Bondi amid Epstein files backlash as FBI Director Patel squashes resignation rumors, calling conspiracy theories about discord untrue.

Sophie Cunningham admits to being 'feisty, sassy' amid fame for fighting to protect Caitlin Clark
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 01:10:42 GMT
Sophie Cunningham, known as the Indiana Fever's enforcer, brings energy and competitiveness to the team while protecting star Caitlin Clark.

Netanyahu explains how his partnership with Trump is ?different? than past presidents
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 01:00:06 GMT
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discusses his relationship with President Donald Trump and help the United States has provided on "Life, Liberty & Levin."

Pato O'Ward holds off Newgarden to win first of 2 IndyCar races in Iowa
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 01:30:44 GMT
O'Ward scored his eighth IndyCar victory in his 100th start on Saturday at Iowa Speedway.

Myles Rowe scores historic first career Indy NXT win at Iowa Speedway
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 21:19:42 GMT
Rowe became the first Black driver in the history of Indy NXT to score a race victory when he took the checkered flag first on Saturday.

Tornado warning forces postponement of IndyCar practice at Iowa Speedway
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 00:15:40 GMT
Drivers and teams captured photos and videos of the storm making its way through the area. IndyCar reporters said tornado sirens were audible.

Dixon steals IndyCar victory in Mid-Ohio after teammate Palou's rare mistake
Sun, 06 Jul 2025 22:01:31 GMT
Scott Dixon took advantage of a rare mistake from his Chip Ganassi Racing teammate Palou in the closing laps to win the Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio on Sunday.

Alex Palou picks up 3rd IndyCar pole of 2025 at Mid-Ohio as teammate Simpson scores career best qualifying result
Sat, 05 Jul 2025 21:49:23 GMT
Palou added a pole position at Mid-Ohio to go along with his poles at Barber and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course.

Alex Palou wins 6th IndyCar race of 2025 after stretching fuel at Road America
Sun, 22 Jun 2025 22:16:29 GMT
Palou was so close on fuel, he ran out after the race on the cool-down lap.

Rookie Louis Foster beats Palou, Kirkwood for 1st career IndyCar pole at Road America
Sat, 21 Jun 2025 22:58:30 GMT
Foster also scored the first IndyCar pole for Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing since Graham Rahal did so at Portland in 2023.

IndyCar officially announces new car coming in 2028
Sat, 21 Jun 2025 19:45:19 GMT
Additionally, the series plans to introduce a new 2.4-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 engine to replace the current 2.2-liter formula that has been used since 2012.

From scandal to strategy: Kyle Moyer's new role at Arrow McLaren Racing
Sat, 21 Jun 2025 17:17:18 GMT
Moyer was one of the three Team Penske executives fired during an Indianapolis 500 scandal.

Renew, upgrade your Indy 500 tickets by June 16 before price increase
Mon, 16 Jun 2025 18:02:56 GMT
Fans who went to the 2025 Indy 500 have until Monday, June 16 to renew or upgrade their tickets for the best prices of the entire year.

Two-time Indy 500 winner Newgarden flips car, walks away from wreck in IndyCar race at Gateway
Mon, 16 Jun 2025 11:30:32 GMT
Kyle Kirkwood of Andretti Global won for the second consecutive race, third of the season.

Will Power scores Team Penske's 700th pole in IndyCar qualifying at Gateway
Sun, 15 Jun 2025 01:17:55 GMT
Power will start alongside teammate Scott McLaughlin for Sunday night's race.

Penske driver Scott McLaughlin's tough month ends with hope for a fresh start at Gateway
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 18:59:03 GMT
McLaughlin is looking for a fresh start as IndyCar prepares for only its second race on an oval this season.

Kyle Kirkwood wins IndyCar race on streets of Detroit as Indy 500 winner Palou crashes out
Sun, 01 Jun 2025 21:29:22 GMT
Kirkwood won earlier in the year on the streets of Long Beach and so far this season has been the only driver to win an IndyCar race other than Alex Palou.

Herta takes pole for IndyCar race in Detroit, Malukas will start P2 after Indy 500 promotion
Sat, 31 May 2025 21:35:16 GMT
Herta won the pole for last year's race as well, but crashed midway through the race and had to settle for a 19th place finish.

Andretti Global says it will accept penalties after Indy 500 runner-up Ericsson, teammate Kirkwood penalized for unapproved car modifications
Fri, 30 May 2025 14:17:37 GMT
"We accept the penalties issued and will not pursue further review," Andretti Global said in a statement.

Indianapolis 500 fans double up with split loyalties to Pacers, race day traditions
Mon, 26 May 2025 11:02:26 GMT
In Indiana, auto racing and basketball aren't just popular. They're a way of life.

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Sinner vs. Alcaraz: Who will win the Wimbledon title?
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 00:17:49 EST
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will face off for the second time in a major final, at Wimbledon on Sunday. Our experts make predictions.

Browns' Judkins facing domestic violence charge
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 23:07:44 EST
Cleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins was arrested on a domestic violence and battery charge in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Saturday, according to the Fort Lauderdale Police Department and Broward County arrest records.

Sources: Anthony bought out, looks to join Bucks
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 23:07:44 EST
Cole Anthony agreed to a contract buyout with the Memphis Grizzlies, and the 25-year-old guard plans to sign with the Milwaukee Bucks after he clears waivers, sources told ESPN on Saturday night.

Stevenson keeps belt with decision win vs. Zepeda
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 23:07:44 EST
Shakur Stevenson couldn't score a knockout blow against William Zepeda but put together a boxing clinic to retain his WBC lightweight title with a unanimous decision Saturday night in Queens, N.Y.

Messi extends historic streak with 2 more goals
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 23:07:44 EST
Lionel Messi extended his MLS-record streak of multigoal games as he scored twice in Inter Miami's win over Nashville.

Sharpe, 3-time Pro Bowl LT for Cardinals, dies
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 23:07:44 EST
Longtime Cardinals left tackle Luis Sharpe, a three-time Pro Bowler who spent his entire 13-year NFL career with the franchise, has died at age 65.

Harper's Spurs top Flagg's Mavs at summer league
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 23:07:44 EST
The top two choices in the NBA draft, Cooper Flagg and Dylan Harper, faced off Saturday in the NBA summer league, and flashed an enticing view of what might be on the horizon next season during the San Antonio Spurs' 76-69 win over the Dallas Mavericks.

Roberts, Murphy back Misiorowski ASG selection
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 23:07:44 EST
The addition of Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski to the NL All-Star team drew mixed reactions around baseball, but on Saturday, NL manager Dave Roberts supported the selection, adding the rookie should bring "some more excitement" to the game.

FIFA, players agree to mandatory rest periods
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 23:07:44 EST
Player unions secured a victory in their battle for mandatory rest periods after a meeting in New York with FIFA president Gianni Infantino.

? Why LeBron, Lakers are stuck in limbo
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 23:07:44 EST
For months, publicly and privately, the Lakers have been signaling their desire to begin the Luka Doncic era in Los Angeles, even if it meant ending the LeBron James one.

MLB mock draft 3.0: Kiley McDaniel predicts the first two rounds
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 00:09:23 EST
The MLB draft is Sunday! And this year, the drama starts with the Washington Nationals at the No. 1 pick.

Transfer rumors, news: USMNT's Pulisic wanted by Ronaldo's Al Nassr
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 21:31:16 EST
Al Nassr are looking at a summer move for AC Milan's United States star Christian Pulisic. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Tillman to Leverkusen: Can USMNT star fill void left by Wirtz?
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 21:31:15 EST
Malik Tillman is coming off a career year and Bayer Leverkusen are in transition. Is this a perfect match?

How Iga Swiatek defied all expectations to win her first Wimbledon title
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 23:46:16 EST
After an early exit at her favorite Slam last month, Swiatek rebounded on her worst surface to take the Wimbledon title.

Shakur Stevenson showed that the fight in him is second to none
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 03:10:07 EST
Stevenson showed he's elite with an impressive performance on Saturday, even as the co-main event.?

The unstoppable power of Jim Abbott's legacy
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 23:47:32 EST
Abbott, who pitched in the majors with one hand, remains a beacon for families with unique struggles.

The 30 players you need to pay attention to in summer league, from Atlanta to Washington
Sun, 13 Jul 2025 03:23:57 EST
Who are the top names to watch at the NBA summer league in Las Vegas? We have you covered.

Euro 2025 Daily: Sweden demolish Germany, Poland make history
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 18:09:55 EST
Sweden topped Group C with a commanding win over Germany. Here's everything you need to know about Euro 2025 action.

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Park service seeks sleuths after unknown vessel collides with humpback whale
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 18:55:37 -0400
A humpback whale near Glacier Bay National Park was recently injured by a suspected vessel strike near Willoughby Island. The injured whale is one of several recent victims of ship strikes, where humpback whales migrate each summer to feed.

See it: Dinosaur fossil found beneath natural history museum in Denver
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 16:16:27 -0400
Officials stumbled upon a 67-million-year-old dinosaur bone beneath the Denver Museum of Nature and Science during a drilling project, the DMNS announced on Wednesday.

The 20 best places to watch the sunset
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 15:05:38 -0400
Summer offers some of the most colorful and exquisite sunsets there are to see, but what if you want a sunset view that's great year-round? Data shows the five states in the country with the 20 best sunsets.

Greenland village comes face-to-face with a giant iceberg
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 14:47:42 -0400
The village of Innaarsuit is located on an island in northwestern Greenland. Officials with Avannaata, a municipal district of Greenland, warned visitors and residents to take extra care and if they were performing chores, such as going to the store, not to do it all at once.

Watch: Florida deputies rescue python from pool deck, then adopt it
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 14:25:43 -0400
A surprise visitor of serpentine sorts was rescued from a home over the Fourth of July weekend, and soon made its way into the heart of a Florida deputy.

Hundreds of Grand Canyon park visitors, residents evacuated due to nearby wildfires
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 11:12:18 -0400
Hundreds of visitors and residents were evacuated from the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park this week as two wildfires advanced toward the park.

Thunderstorms, extreme altitude make rescue of injured climber a 28-hour challenge
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 09:51:04 -0400
Rescue crews faced numerous challenges, from weather to altitude to steep terrain in trying to save a timber who was badly injured in a fall near the top of a California mountain.

Texas death toll nears 130 as concern for more flash flooding grows in hard-hit areas
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 08:22:15 -0400
Areas badly damaged by July 4th flooding in Texas Hill Country are on alert for a new flash flooding threat through the weekend.

Canadian wildfire smoke makes unwelcome return to Upper Midwest, tanking air quality
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 07:53:47 -0400
Smoke from hundreds of wildfires burning in Canada has made its way south of the border again this weekend, filling skies of the Upper Midwest with haze and sending air quality to unhealthy levels.

Florida in bull's-eye for heavy rains as developing system could become tropical trouble
Sat, 12 Jul 2025 07:07:44 -0400
The "Sunshine" part of Florida's state nickname is taking a break next week as forecasters instead watch for days of heavy rains, and now the NHC is monitoring for potential for tropical mischief in the Gulf later in the week.

2 teens killed by lightning while on fishing expedition in Southeast Georgia
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 21:37:55 -0400
Two Georgia teens were killed by a lightning strike while standing near a lake during a thunderstorm in Ware County, according to deputies. The apparent tragedy highlights the deadly risks of outdoor activities during thunderstorms.

Mother, son tell how historic floods swept through La Junta boys camp along Guadalupe River
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 19:10:31 -0400
More harrowing stories of survival are being told in the wake of historic flash flooding in central Texas that claimed at least 120 lives, including dozens of children who were at Camp Mystic, a historic summer camp nestled along the Guadalupe River.

Tornado-warned storm sends IndyCar fans racing for cover at Iowa Speedway
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 18:21:45 -0400
Severe storms and a Tornado Warning halted the IndyCar practice at Iowa Speedway Friday, sending drivers and fans scrambling for shelter. The doubleheader weekend is still on track with clearer skies and cooler temperatures expected Saturday and Sunday after the passage of the storms.

Arizona resident dies from pneumonic plague, health officials say
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 16:15:49 -0400
Health officials in northern Arizona confirmed Friday that a Coconino County resident died from the pneumonic plague, marking the first fatal human case of the disease in the county in nearly two decades.