Thousands without power in Florida
FLORIDA — Thousands of Florida residents are without electricity Wednesday morning, according to data from PowerOutage.com, as scattered outages were reported across several parts of the state.As of the latest update early Wednesday, approximately 5,221 customers were reported without power statewide out of more than 11.7 million customers being tracked. The outages were spread across multiple counties, with no...
Schools in Mississippi to close multiple days in January
MISSISSIPPI — December 30, 2025 — Schools across Mississippi will be closed on several days in January as students and staff observe national holidays, district officials confirm.New Year’s Day ClosureAll public schools in the state will be closed on Wednesday, January 1, 2026, in observance of New Year’s Day. Although this date falls during the holiday break for many districts, school...
The possibility of measurable snowfall in North Carolina in January
NORTH CAROLINA — While North Carolina is better known for mild winters, measurable snowfall is possible in the state during January based on long-term weather records.Historical data from the National Weather Service shows that January is typically the coldest month of the year in North Carolina, making it the most likely time for snow when winter storms move through...
Measurable snowfall likely in Pennsylvania through Thursday
PENNSYLVANIA — A winter weather advisory remains in effect for much of western Pennsylvania as snow is expected to create hazardous travel conditions from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning.The National Weather Service said the advisory will be in place from 1 p.m. Wednesday until 10 a.m. Thursday for several Pennsylvania counties, including Mercer, Venango, Forest, Lawrence, Butler, Clarion, Jefferson, Beaver, Allegheny, Armstrong,...
Several inches of snow possible in Ohio through Thursday
OHIO — A winter weather advisory is in effect for much of northeast Ohio as lake-effect snow is expected to impact the region beginning Wednesday afternoon and continuing into early Thursday morning.The National Weather Service in Cleveland said the advisory will be in place from 1 p.m. Wednesday until 7 a.m. Thursday for Lorain, Medina, Wayne, Stark and Mahoning counties. Forecasters expect 3...
Multiple people arrested following drug bust in Alabama
ALABAMA — Walker County Sheriff Nick Smith announced that multiple people from across the United States have been arrested following a months-long investigation in the Empire community.According to Sheriff Smith, the investigation focused on a campground located near York Mountain Road and Blackberry Ridge Road. The operation was conducted with assistance from the Blount County Sheriff’s Office and the...
Two people injured following vehicle crash in Florida
FLORIDA — Two Atmore residents were injured in a traffic crash Monday afternoon in Escambia County, Florida, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.Troopers said the crash happened around 1:40 p.m. on Dec. 29 on State Road 97 near Nokomis Road. A teenager from Flomaton was driving a truck northbound on State Road 97 when she attempted to turn left...
Body found in Alabama, investigation underway
ALABAMA — The Mobile Police Department is investigating a death reported Tuesday morning, according to an MPD spokesperson.Police said officers were dispatched at approximately 8:15 a.m. to the area of North Broad Street and Springhill Avenue after receiving a report of a deceased person. When officers arrived at the scene, they found a man who had been pronounced dead.In...
One person dead following shooting incident in Tennessee, police searching for suspect
TENNESSEE — Police have identified the man who was shot and killed in Clarksville on Monday evening.According to the Clarksville Police Department, the victim has been identified as Robert Agee, 39.Police said homicide detectives and other investigative units worked through the night collecting evidence and following leads related to the shooting. Authorities did not release additional details about where or how...
Train derailment results in shelter in place order for Kentucky
KENTUCKY — A train derailment in Todd County has caused a leak of a highly flammable and toxic chemical, prompting authorities to order nearby residents to shelter in place and avoid exposure.According to the Todd County Sheriff’s Office, the derailment occurred along U.S. Route 41 near the intersection of U.S. 475 and Tress Shop Road. Officials said approximately 20 rail cars derailed...
