Heat creates challenges for first responders working outside
Under about 45 pounds of protective gear, firefighters may find themselves in a hot situation when temperatures outside are over 100 degrees.
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Health experts say COVID cases are slowing down just in time for the summer
After more than two years since the start of the pandemic, some hospitals in Missouri are starting to see cases slow down just in time for the summer.
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Weather Alert Day: Dangerous heat continues through Tuesday with heat indices in the triple digits
The ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather Team has issued a Weather Alert Day through Tuesday as dangerous heat is expected to plague the area. Heat index values could be in excess of 105 degrees, making it tough to complete any work or exercise outdoors. SETUP: Upper level high pressure begins to force the jet stream north,
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Tracking lower humidity, storm chances by Wednesday night
TONIGHT: Mostly clear and muggy with lows in the upper 70s. TOMORROW: Breezy and hot with highs in the mid-90s. Heat index between 98-100. Storms possible around sunset, especially north of I-70. EXTENDED: We’ll fall once again into the upper 70s tonight with gusty south winds expected Wednesday. Highs on Wednesday reach the mid-90s with a heat
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How to keep your pet safe during dangerous heat
Temperatures across the Midwest have been well above average this past week with the heat index surpassing 100 degrees the past few days with one more day expected. Trends are currently highlighting an extended period of warmer temperatures throughout the next 10 days or more. With such high temperatures you might know how to keep
Continue ReadingFDA advisers vote in favor of authorizing Moderna Covid-19 vaccine for ages 6-17
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN Vaccine advisers to the US Food and Drug Administration decided unanimously Tuesday in favor of expanding the emergency use authorization of Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine to include older children and teens, ages 6 to 17, saying it would offer more benefits than risks. All 22 members of the FDA’s Vaccines and Related
Continue ReadingTracking dangerous heat and continued dryer conditions
Today: Highs will continue to the upper 90’s as the heat index will surpass the 100 degree mark once again possibly reaching 103 degrees in some areas. Skies remain sunny as winds continue to pull out of the southwest at 10-5 mph. Tonight: Temperatures remain well above average as the overnight lows fall to the
Continue ReadingKey inflation measure slows slightly, but remains uncomfortably high
By Chris Isidore, CNN Business A key inflation reading showed a glimmer of hope on Tuesday, revealing a slight slowdown in rising prices — though they remain uncomfortably high. The Producer Price Index, which measures wholesale prices before goods and services reach consumers, rose 10.8% in May compared to where it stood a year ago,
Continue ReadingUS expects announcements of more weapons to Ukraine in meeting of nearly 50 countries
By Oren Liebermann, CNN The US expects more announcements of weapons and equipment packages to be sent to Ukraine to help in its fight against Russia at a meeting of nearly 50 countries in Brussels on Wednesday, according to a senior US defense official. Ukrainian officials have warned that Russia is gaining ground in the
Continue ReadingAmber Heard says she still loves Johnny Depp and knows she’s not ‘a perfect victim’
By Lisa Respers France, CNN Amber Heard is afraid of potentially being sued again by her ex-husband Johnny Depp – even as she admits to still loving him. That was revealed in the second portion of Heard’s exclusive interview with NBC News’ Savannah Guthrie, Heard’s first since the high-profile defamation trial between her and Depp.
Continue ReadingTop 10 attractions and amusement parks for 2022, according to Tripadvisor
By Forrest Brown, CNN A dreamy, uniquely designed cathedral in Europe that’s been under construction since 1882 is the top attraction in the world for 2022, according to Tripadvisor’s reviewers. Each year, the travel guidance platform releases a series of Travelers’ Choice Awards. It handed out its best destinations and best beaches accolades earlier this
Continue ReadingGas prices are rising, so it’s a good thing some vehicles are secretly hybrids
By Peter Valdes-Dapena, CNN Business With gas prices passing $5 a gallon in many places, drivers may wish that they had a hybrid vehicle. In fact, many owners of newer vehicles could already be driving a hybrid and not even know it. Hybrid technology is finding its way into all sorts of vehicles that aren’t
Continue ReadingJohn Stamos ‘disappointed’ In Memoriam tribute at Tonys didn’t include Bob Saget
By Marianne Garvey John Stamos wanted his friend Bob Saget included in the In Memoriam segment during Sunday’s Tony Awards. Before the event, Stamos tweeted that he was “disappointed” that Saget was left out. “Disappointed to hear that @bobsaget will be LEFT OUT of the In Memoriam segment tonight @TheTonyawards. Bob was brilliant in The
Continue ReadingPhil Mickelson has ‘deep empathy’ for 9/11 victims after he’s criticized for joining Saudi-backed LIV Golf series
By Ben Morse, CNN Phil Mickelson says he has “deep empathy” for the victims of the 9/11 terror attacks following criticism of the 51-year-old and other US golfers for joining the controversial Saudi-backed LIV Golf series. The six-time major winner featured in the inaugural event of the new venture last week at the Centurion Club
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Tracking minimal chances of rain, and relief from the heat
TODAY: Tuesday brings more sunshine than Monday. Skies are starting clear, and will stay that way through the day. This will allow for temperatures to warm quickly today, perhaps a little warmer than yesterday. Despite temperatures being similar to Monday, dewpoints will be a tick lower, lending to a slightly cooler feeling day. Still, with
Continue ReadingKey inflation measure slows slightly, but remains uncomfortably high
By Chris Isidore, CNN Business A key inflation reading showed a glimmer of hope on Tuesday, revealing a slight slowdown in rising prices — though they remain uncomfortably high. The Producer Price Index, which measures wholesale prices before goods and services reach consumers, rose 10.8% in May compared to where it stood a year ago,
Continue ReadingA hostel that housed Rwanda genocide survivors prepares to take in people deported by the UK
By Larry Madowo and Bethlehem Feleke, CNN Hope Hostel is not a 5-star hotel. But it isn’t a dump, either. The renovated 50-room facility in Kigali’s Kagugu neighborhood has a new coat of paint, fresh bedding, a lot of new security cameras and a changed mission. After hosting student survivors of the 1994 genocide for
Continue ReadingBonds are sending a stark message about the economy
By Julia Horowitz, CNN Business Turmoil in stocks has been grabbing headlines. But warning signs are also flashing in global bond markets, revealing the extent to which investors are on edge about the economy, inflation and what central bankers will do next. What’s happening: The yield on benchmark 10-year US Treasuries — which moves opposite
Continue Reading5 things to know for June 14: January 6, Stocks, Gun laws, Ukraine, Yellowstone
By Alexandra Meeks, CNN A Google engineer claims that one of the tech company’s unreleased artificial intelligence programs advanced so much that it has achieved a level of consciousness. Google and many in the AI community quickly shut down the engineer’s claims, but the mere idea is sparking fascinating conversations — and stoking fears —
Continue Reading5 things to know for June 14: January 6, Stocks, Gun laws, Ukraine, Yellowstone
By Alexandra Meeks, CNN A Google engineer claims that one of the tech company’s unreleased artificial intelligence programs advanced so much that it has achieved a level of consciousness. Google and many in the AI community quickly shut down the engineer’s claims, but the mere idea is sparking fascinating conversations — and stoking fears —
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