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Hurricane Helene has wreaked havoc across the Southeast, leaving a trail of destruction after making landfall in Florida's Big Bend region as the strongest hurricane on record. The storm, which hit on Thursday, has claimed at least 95 lives and left millions of residents in the dark across six states, including North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Virginia, and Tennessee. Widespread Fatalities and Missing Persons North Carolina has been hit the hardest, with at least 36 deaths confirmed by state and county officials. South Carolina has reported 25 fatalities, including two firefighters in Saluda County. Georgia has suffered 17 deaths, two of which were caused by a tornado in Alamo. Florida has seen 11 deaths, with many victims drowning in Pinellas County, while Virginia ...

A mother from Detroit is demanding justice and answers after her 23-year-old daughter, Chelsea Heugel, died by suicide while in custody at the 36th District Court. Heugel, who was awaiting arraignment on September 17, tragically attempted suicide and was later pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. Her mother, Rebecca Fant, has been mourning the loss of her daughter for two weeks while struggling to understand how such a tragedy could occur under court supervision. Mental Health and Legal Struggles Chelsea Heugel was a mother of three children and had been battling mental illness, including bipolar disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, and ADHD. Her life took a downward spiral after enduring a domestic violence situation, which led her to escape and eventually fall into dangerous s...

This year marks the 98th edition of the iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, set to take place on November 28, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. The 2.5-mile route stretches from West 77th Street and Central Park West to Macy's Herald Square, offering prime viewing spots along Central Park West and 6th Avenue. Exciting Performances and New Additions The 2024 parade promises to be a grand event with performances from music groups, Broadway stars, and various celebrities. It will be broadcast live nationwide on NBC-TV and streamed on Peacock, allowing millions to join in on the festivities from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Among the exciting new additions to this year’s lineup are balloons featuring beloved characters like Extraordinary Noorah, Marshall from PAW Patrol, Dora, and the debut float from the...

The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) recently unveiled a state-of-the-art trash disposal system designed to reduce rodent infestations and other pest issues at the Polo Grounds Towers in Upper Manhattan. The $31 million vacuum-powered trash terminal, which has been in the works since 2021, is expected to make a significant difference in waste management at the 60-year-old residential complex. Innovative Trash Disposal System The new system, designed by Trans-Vac, utilizes powerful 150-horsepower fans that suck trash through 20-inch steel pipes from each of the four 31-story buildings. Garbage will travel underground at speeds of up to 60 miles per hour, making the process both efficient and hygienic. This system will handle about 30 tons of trash per week, directly transportin...