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Emergency Declared as "Super El Nino" About to Hit California

California has declared a statewide emergency months before the heart of winter, as federal forecasters warn that a rapidly strengthening El Nino could become the most powerful event in the modern record.

California · 12d

Eat Like No One Else

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The 5 Apples That Are Giving Honeycrisp a Run for Its Money

Here is a list of apple varieties that are giving Honeycrisp a run for its money that you should try this fall. What people love about Honeycrisp is of course the crisp texture. There have been many new apple varieties developed in the last decade that offer a similar crisp texture.

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Thomas Smith

4 Dead in California Following Mushroom Outbreak, as Dangerous Season Approaches

Four people died after eating poisonous wild mushrooms during an outbreak that swept across Northern California and the Central Coast between November 2025 and May 2026. The outbreak sickened dozens of people and left others needing liver transplants. With fall returning, it offers a reminder of how dangerous a mistaken mushroom identification can be.

California · 7d

Jack Beavers

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US Coast Guard Intercepts 200+ Migrants at Sea

The US Coast Guard has intercepted or repatriated more than 200 migrants involved in more than half a dozen cartel smuggling attempts this month off both US coasts. The latest smuggling run they interrupted occurred on September 13, 2026 21 miles west of San Diego.

San Diego, CA · 20d

Thomas Smith

Rabies Is Spreading in California "Hotspots" -- and Is Nearly Always Fatal Once Symptoms Begin

Federal health officials are warning about an increase in rabies exposures as several parts of California report unusually high numbers of infected animals. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a national health advisory on Sept. 10 after multiple jurisdictions reported rising human exposure to rabid or potentially rabid animals during the summer of 2026.

California · 19d

CJ Coombs

Missing since 2015 from Columbus, Ohio: 6-month-old Deklon Ford and his 28-year-old mother vanished

Deklon Ford disappeared from Columbus, Ohio (Franklin County), on May 6, 2015, with his mother, Brittany Anne Ford (pictured below), according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Deklon's photo above (far right) has been age progressed to 8, though he would now be 11. His mother would now be 40.

Columbus, OH · 12d

Kateable

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This Backyard Plant Soothes Canker Sores Almost Instantly

Sage is one of those herbs that grows easily in almost any garden, and it's also one of the most traditional remedies for canker sores. A quick sage rinse can take the edge off that sharp, stinging pain almost right away, even though the sore itself still needs a few days to fully heal. I keep dried sage on hand year round just for this. 😊

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Thomas Smith

7 Egg Facts That Sound Fake -- but USDA Says Are True

An egg inside another egg sounds like something someone invented for a viral video. And washing an egg sounds like a reasonable way to make breakfast safer. But USDA's egg guides have some surprises on both counts.

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Greg Wilson, CFA

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22 Cheap But Critical Items You Should Stockpile Today

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

16d

CJ Coombs

Missing since early 2025 from Haleiwa, Hawaii: Samantha Ayako Chun was 17 when she disappeared

Samantha Ayako "Sammy" Chun disappeared in Haleiwa, Hawaii (Honolulu County), on January 17, 2015 , according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). At the time, she was 17 and would now be 18.

Haleiwa, HI · 18h

CJ Coombs

Missing since 2024 from Hendersonville, Tennessee: Sebastian Rogers was only 15 when he vanished

Sebastian Wayne Drake Rogers has been missing from Hendersonville, Tennessee (Sumner County), since February 25, 2024, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Sebastian would now be 17.

Hendersonville, TN · 3d

Kateable

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This Eases That Stuffed-Up Feeling Almost Instantly—No Vicks Needed

Nothing feels worse than lying in bed with a stuffed up nose, and I used to reach for Vicks every time. Now I make my own vapor rub with eucalyptus and peppermint, and that cool, open feeling in your nose kicks in almost the second you breathe it in. 😊

CJ Coombs

Missing since 2019 from New Orleans, Louisiana: Eriel Mack-Mariscal vanished when she was an infant

Eriel Lynette Mack-Mariscal has been missing from New Orleans, Louisiana, since July 27, 2019, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). She would now be seven years old.

New Orleans, LA · 23d

Kateable

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This Calms a Charley Horse Almost Instantly—No Stretching Needed

A charley horse in the middle of the night is one of the worst ways to wake up, and stretching it out while half asleep is never fun. Pickle juice has become my go to instead, and it's not just an old wives' tale, researchers have actually studied this one and found it works fast. 😊

16d

Thomas Smith

Check Your Fridge: Cheese Recalled After 8 People Hospitalized With Life-Threatening Bacteria

Check your cheese drawer and freezer: Sierra Nevada Cheese Company has recalled its Graziers grass-fed raw milk cheeses amid a multistate E. coli outbreak. As of September 25, health officials had reported 13 illnesses in nine states. Eight people had been hospitalized, and three had developed a serious kidney complication.

Utah · 8d

Thomas Smith

Why Do Hardboiled Egg Yolks Turn Green? Experts Respond

You peel a hard-boiled egg, cut it in half and find a greenish-gray ring around the yolk. It can look unappetizing, especially when you were expecting a bright yellow center. Food experts have a reassuring explanation: That familiar ring is a harmless chemical reaction. It usually means the egg cooked too long, rather than that the egg has spoiled.

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Jack Beavers

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Migrant Burglary Gangs Jam US Police Radios

Sophisticated gangs of migrant robbers and burglars armed with radio jammers that disrupt both police communications and wireless alarm systems are targeting jewelry stores and homes in upscale US neighborhoods— and making off with millions of dollars in loot as they move from city to city.

WyoFile

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National Elk Refuge fields questions about what feeding elk could mean for Jackson Hole’s water

JACKSON—As National Elk Refuge leaders laid out long-term options for managing elk and bison wintering on the edge of Jackson, a discussion Tuesday turned to the northwestern Wyoming town’s water supply.

Jackson, WY · 12d

Edmond Thorne

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Nearly 100,000 Florida Students Are Homeless: The Real Number Is Probably Higher

Florida schools counted 95,759 homeless students last year. Advocates say thousands more are invisible, sleeping in cars, sheds, and motels while the state's housing costs keep climbing.

Florida · 13d

Dianna Carney

Gentle Giant Searching For New Home After Being Surrendered Due to No Fault of His Own

Get ready to meet a loving young pup who is searching for the family who will give him a place in this world. Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Bandit Ruffman after he came into their care. According to the rescue, “This boy and his sister, Luna, were surrendered by owners in Tennessee and they're so excited to meet you! Life won't be rough with the Ruffmans around!” He is now living safely with a loving foster.

Massachusetts · 9d

Dianna Carney

Goofy Pup Still Searching For Home After Being Surrendered Over 7 Months Ago

Meet Butterball, a goofy young pup who is searching for the family who will help him write the next chapter of his life. Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, has highlighted Butterball Bold, who has been in their care for some time. According to the rescue, “This strong boy was a local surrender in Mississippi, but he can't wait to see what New England is all about!” He has so far been waiting for a new home for over half a year.

Massachusetts · 2d

Dianna Carney

Local Pup Still Searching For New Home After Owner Can No Longer Care For Her

A gentle young pup named Ellie is searching for a new home through no fault of her own, and hopes it could be with you. Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, has highlighted Ellie, who has been in their care. According to the rescue, “Ellie's owner can no longer care for her, so she's ready to start finding her next fur-ever family!” She has now been living with a loving foster for over 5 months while waiting for what comes next.

Massachusetts · 2d

Dianna Carney

Abandoned on a Mississippi Farm, Sneezy Is Learning He’s Safe at Last

Sneezy, a 4½-month-old, 20-pound Shepherd mix in Massachusetts, is looking for a patient home where he can build confidence at his own pace. PAWS New England describes him as “sweet, gentle, and a little bit shy”, a puppy who may take time to warm up, but has a playful, funny side that shines once he feels safe.

Massachusetts · 6d

Dianna Carney

A Little Dog, a Long Journey & One Hopeful Search for Home

Rayven weighs just 8 pounds, but the next chapter of this little dog’s life depends on a big commitment: a forever home. The 6-year-old terrier mix is seeking an adopter through Small Dog Rescue of New England, which says he is fully vetted in Texas and could travel north in the weeks following its adoption appeal if a home is secured.

Rhode Island · 13h

Dianna Carney