La Niña Has Arrived: What It Means for the U.S. Forecast This Fall and Winter

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La Niña has officially returned, according to NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center. That means cooler-than-average sea surface temperatures are now stretching across the central and eastern equatorial Pacific. Forecasters expect La Niña to persist through winter into February 2026, which will influence late-season tropical activity and the U.S. winter pattern. If you are planning travel, running … Read more

Western Alaska Storm Brings Deadly Flooding and High Seas: What Happened and What Comes Next

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Western Alaska faced a dangerous coastal storm that pushed powerful surf, strong winds, and fast-rising water into several communities. Officials reported at least one death, dozens of rescues, and damage to homes, roads, and power lines. Search teams continued to look for missing people as conditions slowly improved. What caused the storm Forecasters say a … Read more

California Helicopter Crash: What Investigators Are Focusing On and What Comes Next

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Summary: Authorities have launched a full investigation into a helicopter crash in California. Early efforts center on securing the site, preserving evidence, and gathering witness accounts. Here’s what officials typically analyze after a crash like this, how the process unfolds, and what the public can expect in the days ahead. Securing the Scene and Preserving … Read more

Huntington Beach Helicopter Crash: 5 Hospitalized After Parking Lot Incident

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Authorities say five people were hospitalized after a helicopter crashed in a beach parking lot in Huntington Beach on Saturday afternoon. Law enforcement responded around 2 p.m. to reports of an aircraft going down between Twin Dolphins Drive and Beach Boulevard. Officials told Fox News Digital that two people aboard the helicopter were pulled from … Read more

Amazon Stock Falls After New Tariff Threats: What It Means for Sellers, Shoppers, and Investors

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Amazon shares fell about 5% on Friday after President Trump threatened higher tariffs on Chinese goods. The drop came late in the session and held into the close, signaling real concern among traders. For a company that relies on a vast network of third-party sellers, many of whom source from Chinese factories, the ripple effects … Read more

Trump Administration Federal Grants Back Minnesota Climate Projects: What’s Funded and What’s Next

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Minnesota is getting a new wave of federal dollars to support climate and energy projects. According to recent reporting, multiple grants are moving ahead under the Trump administration, targeting local clean energy, resilience, and infrastructure efforts. The funding signals a practical shift: focus on projects that deliver reliability, jobs, and measurable community benefits. In Minnesota, … Read more