Person of interest sought in ‘active shooter’ incident in Kentucky
Authorities in Kentucky are searching for a person of interest in an “active shooter” incident in Laurel County, which is about 80 miles south of Lexington. The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office was attempting to locate 32-year-old Joseph Couch, who they believe was armed and dangerous. Saint Joseph London hospital released a statement saying, “We are […]
Mega Millions jackpot soars to an estimated $800 million
BOSTON (AP) The Mega Millions jackpot has risen to an estimated $800 million with a cash option of $401.8 million for Tuesdays drawing after no one matched all the winning numbers for Friday night’s drawing. The jackpot was last won in Illinois on June 4 with a ticket valued at $552 million. Only two Mega […]
Scripps News Reports: Death by heat
Our planet has a problem, and it’s killing us seemingly more than ever before. Deaths from extreme heat have doubled in the past generation and that stunning finding is still likely an undercount of the true toll. On this episode of Scripps News Reports, we hear from medical professionals who are retraining to address the […]
Raiders place DE Malcolm Koonce on injured reserve because of a knee injury
Raiders defensive end Malcolm Koonce was placed on injured reserve Saturday because of a knee injury, meaning he will miss at least the first four games of the season, including Las Vegas’ Sunday contest at the Los Angeles Chargers. The club also signed defensive end Charles Snowden to the active roster and activated cornerback Sam […]
Group of children, adults stung by ground-nesting bees at Michigan park
A group including children and adults who were visiting a western Michigan park reported being stung by ground-nesting bees. Some in the group were stung multiple times, according to reports. The incident happened while the group was visiting Rogue River Park located in the state’s Plainfield Township on Friday. FROM THE ARCHIVES | Woman suffers […]
Stellantis recalls more than 1.2 million Ram vehicles due to brake system software
(CNN) Car manufacturer Stellantis is recalling more than 1.2 million Ram 1500 vehicles due to a software malfunction in the anti-lock brake system (ABS), according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The vehicles being recalled include certain 2019, 2021-2024 Ram 1500 trucks, the NHTSA said Saturday in a statement. A routine review of customer […]
What can Vice President Kamala Harris do to win over white male voters?
On this edition of The Race Weekend, Scripps News Deputy Political Director Joe St. George talks with Democratic Strategist Jarvis Stewart and former Trump aide Hogan Gidley about the upcoming presidential debate in Philadelphia. St. George also speaks with Democratic Congressman Wiley Nickel of North Carolina about the Tar Heel state delaying ballots being sent […]
How to dress up a classic hot dog for National Tailgating Day
Football season is back, which means it’s time to get tailgating! Chef Gregory Dulac from Just Dogs ATL joined Scripps News Weekend to talk about the necessities for the perfect tailgating party on National Tailgating Day. Dulac said toppings for hot dogs, a tailgating staple, can range from typical chili and condiments to pineapple and […]
Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs sickens 65 people across several states
Dozens of people across nine states have been sickened by a salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Saturday. Out of the 65 people who have gotten ill, 24 have been hospitalized, officials said. No deaths have been reported. The recalled eggs included all types such as cage-free, […]
Typhoon Yagi leaves at least 4 dead and scores injured in Vietnam
Vietnamese authorities say Typhoon Yagi has killed at least four people and injured 78 others after making landfall Saturday afternoon in the north of the country. Yagi, described by Vietnamese meteorological officials as “one of the most powerful typhoons in the region over the past decade,” made its way to the Southeast Asian country after […]
