Potential Social Security benefit cuts could have major impact on Ohio residents
OHIO — Ohio could face significant economic and household impacts if projected Social Security benefit cuts take effect in 2032, according to new estimates tied to the program's retirement trust fund.The Social Security retirement trust fund is now projected to be depleted in 2032 unless Congress takes action. If that occurs, current law would require benefits to be reduced...
Mountain lion sightings reported in Iowa despite stated extinction
IOWA — Reports of mountain lion sightings continue to be made across Iowa, despite wildlife officials saying the species has been absent as a resident breeding animal for more than a century.Mountain lions, also known as cougars, pumas or panthers, were once native to Iowa but disappeared from the state by the late 1800s as settlement expanded across the...
Mountain lion sightings reported in Michigan despite said extinction
MICHIGAN — Reports of mountain lion sightings continue to be made across Michigan, even though wildlife officials say there is no evidence of a breeding cougar population in the state.Mountain lions, also known as cougars, pumas or panthers, historically lived in Michigan but were largely eliminated by the early 1900s due to hunting, habitat loss and human settlement. Today,...
The possibility of a Buc-ee’s opening in Oklahoma
OKLAHOMA — As Buc-ee’s continues expanding across the Midwest, South and East Coast, Oklahoma remains one of the largest states without a location from the Texas-based travel center chain. Despite bordering Texas, where Buc-ee’s was founded and operates dozens of stores, Oklahoma has yet to receive a location of its own.While the company has not announced any Oklahoma projects,...
The possibility of another Buc-ee’s opening in Mississippi
MISSISSIPPI — Mississippi already has a Buc-ee’s location in Pass Christian along Interstate 10 on the Gulf Coast. Since opening in 2023, the massive travel center has become a popular stop for travelers moving along one of the busiest east-west corridors in the South.However, despite the presence of the Pass Christian store, large portions of Mississippi remain hundreds of...
One person found dead in North Carolina, investigation underway
NORTH CAROLINA — A homicide investigation is underway after a man was found dead from a gunshot wound Thursday afternoon in Durham.According to the Durham Police Department, officers responded around 4:26 p.m. to the intersection of Cornwallis Road and South Roxboro Street after reports of a shooting. When officers arrived, they found a man suffering from a gunshot wound.The...
Six people injured following multi-vehicle crash on I-10 in Florida
FLORIDA — A four-vehicle crash on Interstate 10 in Santa Rosa County prompted a large emergency response Thursday afternoon and temporarily shut down all eastbound lanes of the interstate.According to officials, the crash occurred at Mile Marker 21, just east of Exit 22 at Avalon Boulevard. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene at approximately 4:43 p.m.Avalon Fire-Rescue, Pace...
Three people arrested following drug bust in Texas
TEXAS — Three people were arrested Thursday after a narcotics investigation led authorities to search two residences in Orange, according to local law enforcement.The City of Orange Narcotics Division, working alongside the Orange County Sheriff's Office and the West Orange Police Department, executed search warrants at homes in the 2300 block of Bolton Street and the 1500 block of...
Part of I-81 in Pennsylvania shut down following vehicle crash
PENNSYLVANIA — A crash on the east end of the George N. Wade Memorial Bridge is causing major traffic problems on Interstate 81 northbound near Harrisburg Thursday evening.According to traffic officials, the crash occurred at Exit 66 on the Harrisburg side of the Susquehanna River.The middle and right lanes are currently blocked, with traffic only able to pass through...
Part of I-385 in South Carolina shut down following vehicle crash
SOUTH CAROLINA — A crash on Interstate 385 southbound near the East Butler Road exit outside of Mauldin caused significant traffic delays Thursday evening, according to the South Carolina Department of Transportation.Officials said the crash initially blocked all southbound lanes of I-385, creating heavy congestion for motorists traveling through the area.Around 5:40 p.m., lanes began reopening, allowing traffic to...
