One person arrested following SWAT situation in Texas
TEXAS — A man was arrested Thursday afternoon after authorities say he fired a gun at a tow truck driver who was attempting to repossess a vehicle in Bell County.According to the Bell County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a report of a disturbance involving gunfire in the 7400 block of Sparta Road, just west of Belton, at approximately...
The possibility of a Buc-ee’s opening in Illinois
ILLINOIS — Illinois has the highways, the population and the year-round travel demand to support a Buc-ee’s.But landing the Texas-based travel center chain would likely come down to a familiar set of issues seen in other proposed Midwestern projects: finding a large site with interstate access, proving the traffic will support a “destination” convenience store, and securing expensive...
The possibility of measurable snowfall in Alabama in February
ALABAMA — Although Alabama typically experiences mild winter weather, measurable snowfall is possible during February based on long-term climate records and past weather events, according to the National Weather Service.February is usually the coldest month of the year in Alabama, with average low temperatures frequently falling near or below freezing across northern and central parts of the state. These colder...
The possibility of measurable snowfall in South Carolina in February
SOUTH CAROLINA — While South Carolina is known for its mild winters, measurable snowfall is possible in the state during February based on historical weather patterns and past climatological data, according to the National Weather Service.February is typically the coldest month of the year in South Carolina, with average low temperatures often dipping into the 30s across much of the...
Thousands without power in Maryland
MARYLAND — Nearly 8,800 homes and businesses are without electricity across Maryland as of Saturday afternoon, according to outage tracking data.As of the latest update, 8,782 customers are reported without power statewide, representing about 0.34% of the 2,596,031 customers tracked across Maryland.Maryland currently ranks fifth in the nation for the total number of power outages and fifth nationwide for...
Thousands without power in Pennsylvania
PENNSYLVANIA — More than 11,000 homes and businesses are without electricity across Pennsylvania as of Saturday afternoon, according to outage tracking data.As of the most recent update, 11,254 customers are reported without power statewide, representing about 0.17% of the 6,706,172 customers tracked across the state.Pennsylvania currently ranks fourth in the nation for the total number of power outages and...
Thousands without power in Virginia
VIRGINIA — More than 22,000 homes and businesses are without electricity across Virginia as of Saturday afternoon, according to outage tracking data.As of the most recent update, 22,470 customers are without power statewide, accounting for about 0.55% of the 4,083,152 customers tracked across Virginia.Virginia currently ranks first in the nation for the total number of power outages and fourth...
Thousands without power in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA — More than 19,000 homes and businesses are without electricity across North Carolina as of Saturday afternoon, according to outage tracking data.As of the latest update, 19,346 customers are without power statewide, representing about 0.33% of the 5,869,681 customers tracked across North Carolina.North Carolina currently ranks first in the nation for the total number of power outages...
One person found dead inside vehicle in Alabama, investigation underway
ALABAMA — Opelika police are investigating after a body was found inside a vehicle overnight, according to officials.Officers with the Opelika Police Department and local fire crews responded around 12:20 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, to the 1000 block of York Avenue, where the body was discovered inside a vehicle.Daniel Sexton, coroner for Lee County, said foul play is not expected....
One person dead following semi-truck crash in Texas
TEXAS — One man was killed late Friday night following a crash involving a semi-truck on U.S. 287 near Bellevue, according to authorities.Texas Department of Public Safety Sgt. Juan Gutierrez said a 2025 Freightliner driven by 34-year-old Sandeep Singh of Manteca, California, was traveling northwest on U.S. 287 near Belknap Creek Road when the driver failed to maintain a...
