Hurricane Milton Approaches Florida’s Gulf Coast
Hurricane Milton is expected to hit Florida’s Gulf Coast late Wednesday night or early Thursday morning.
Chemical Plant Fire Prompts Evacuations Near Atlanta
A fire at the BioLab chemical plant in Conyers, Georgia, on Sunday caused major disruptions and evacuations after a sprinkler malfunction led to the release of a large chemical plume.
Potential Port Strikes Could Threaten Access to Critical Medications
Medical experts are warning that a prolonged strike at ports along the East and Gulf coasts could disrupt the supply of life-saving medications.
Hurricane Helene's Path of Destruction
Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm, tore through Florida and the southeastern U.S., leaving behind immense damage and claiming at least 44 lives.
Hurricane Helene Set to Bring Catastrophic Impacts to Florida and the Southeast
Hurricane Helene is rapidly intensifying and is expected to make landfall in Florida on Thursday as a powerful Category 4 storm.
Skylark Meats Recalls Smokey Hibachi Skirt Steaks Over Allergen Concerns
Skylark Meats has issued a recall for its Rock River Cattle Co. Smokey Hibachi Skirt Steaks due to undeclared allergens—specifically soy, wheat, and sesame.
FDA Approves Guardant Health's Colon Cancer Screening Blood Test
The FDA just approved Guardant Health's blood test, Shield, to screen for colon cancer. While it won't replace colonoscopies, it's generating excitement among doctors.
Hudson Harvest Tomato Basil Sauce Recall
Hudson Harvest Wholesale has issued a voluntary recall for its Tomato Basil Sauce due to under-processing concerns, affecting batches distributed in New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut in May and June 2024.
Scorching Heat Wave Alert for Millions in the South and West
Get ready for some serious heat!
Memorial Day Weekend Travel Signals Weather Woes Ahead
Nearly 44 million people are hitting the road and skies this Memorial Day weekend, but Mother Nature might crash the party.
Brace Yourself For An Above-Normal Hurricane Season Ahead
NOAA forecasters predict an above-normal hurricane season in the Atlantic for 2024, with an 85% chance of higher-than-average activity.
Hertz's Tesla Bet Is A Cautionary Tale
A few years back, Hertz took a bold step by purchasing 30,000 Teslas, aiming to electrify 20% of its rental fleet.
Peloton Files Federal Complaint Against Flexport Over Unreasonable Charges
Peloton has lodged a complaint against digital freight forwarder Flexport with the Federal Maritime Commission, alleging that Flexport's practices resulted in millions of dollars in unreasonable demurrage and detention charges.
House Approves USPS Crash Reporting Rules for Trucking Contractors
House lawmakers have passed the Mail Traffic Deaths Reporting Act of 2024, directing the U.S. Postal Service to create new rules for tracking crashes involving its trucking contractors.
Evacuations and Safety Precautions Amid Heavy Rainfall in Texas
Parts of Texas, including Harris County where Houston is located, are grappling with severe flooding after intense rainfall.
Los Angeles Expands Industrial Storage amidst New Zoning and Emission Rules
Los Angeles is reimagining about 3,229 acres near its harbors—connecting communities like San Pedro and Wilmington—to boost transit, pedestrian areas, and clean industrial uses, aiming for a healthier environment.
Supreme Court to Review Trucker's Case Over CBD Mislabeling and Job Loss
The Supreme Court is set to hear a significant case involving Douglas J. Horn, a commercial truck driver who lost his job after testing positive for drugs.
Supreme Court Decision Clarifies Status of Delivery Drivers as Transportation Workers
In a notable Supreme Court ruling, written by Chief Justice John Roberts, it was unanimously decided that truck drivers hauling products like bread are in the transportation sector, not bakery workers.
NHTSA Concludes Tesla Autopilot Safety Probe and Initiates New Investigation
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently wrapped up an extensive probe into Tesla’s Autopilot system that started back in 2021.
UPS Overcomes First-Quarter Challenges with New USPS Contract
United Parcel Service (UPS) reported a disappointing start to the year with first-quarter earnings revealing a 5.3% drop in revenue and a 31.5% plunge in operating profit compared to last year.