Oct 08 ‘If meteorologists could stop hurricanes, we would.’ Here’s why humans still can’t control the weather By Melina Walling, Seth Borenstein, Associated Press Scientists say hurricanes are far too powerful for humans to try and control their paths — and climate change is providing more fuel than ever for storms like Helene and Milton. Continue reading
Oct 08 States sue TikTok, saying the app is addictive and harms the mental health of children By Haleluya Hadero, Associated Press In its filings, the District of Columbia called the algorithm "dopamine-inducing," and said it was created to be intentionally addictive so the company could trap many young users into excessive use. Continue reading
Oct 08 Milton may be the first major hurricane to hit Tampa Bay in more than 100 years By Terry Spencer, Haven Daley, Associated Press Forecasters warned that Milton could bring a 10- to 15-foot storm surge to Tampa Bay, leading to evacuation orders being issued for beach communities all along the Gulf coast. Continue reading
Oct 07 Watch 6:31 News Wrap: Hurricane Milton rapidly intensifies to Category 5 storm In our news wrap Monday, Hurricane Milton rapidly intensified to a Category 5 storm and is expected to hit Florida this week, Hurricane Helene's death toll reached 230, the Supreme Court started a new term where justices will hear cases… Continue watching
Oct 07 Watch 6:55 Helene recovery complicated by lies, hoaxes and conspiracy theories By Geoff Bennett Former President Trump has for several days now spread lies and spouted conspiracy theories about the federal government’s response to Hurricane Helene. The disinformation is causing confusion among those most desperate for help and answers. Geoff Bennett discussed this with… Continue watching
Oct 07 What makes Tampa especially vulnerable to hurricanes right now By Terry Spencer, Associated Press It's among the fastest-growing metropolises in the United States, with more than 3 million people, and highly vulnerable to flooding due to climate change. Continue reading
Oct 07 Emergency officials have this advice for Floridians preparing for Hurricane Milton By Stephany Matat, Jeff Martin, Associated Press Having a plan and an emergency kit before Hurricane Milton strikes is paramount and, for many Floridians, heeding warnings to evacuate could be a life-saving decision. Continue reading
Oct 07 LISTEN: Supreme Court hears appeal from Richard Glossip, on death row for more than 25 years By Adam Kemp The Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday in the case of Richard Glossip, an Oklahoma death row prisoner who claims he is innocent and argues his constitutional rights were violated during trial. Continue reading
Oct 07 A new Supreme Court term begins in the shadow of a presidential election By Marcia Coyle The U.S. Supreme Court opens a new term on the eve of an intense, historic election in which the justices may be called on to play a key role in the results. Continue reading
Oct 07 Supreme Court declines singer R. Kelly’s appeal for child sex crimes conviction By Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press The Grammy Award-winning R&B singer was found guilty in 2022 of three charges of producing child sexual abuse images and three charges of enticement of minors for sex. Continue reading