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Accountant-Turned-Coast-Guard-Swimmer Saves 165 on Very First Mission During Texas Floods
The Western Journal
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July 8, 2025
A Coast Guard rescue swimmer is being hailed as a hero for helping save 165 kids on his first mission during Friday’s flash floods in Texas. New Jersey native Scott Ruskan, 26, used to be an accountant with the big-time firm of KPMG, the New York...
Tropical Storm Chantal claims several lives as it floods central North Carolina
KHQA 7 - Missouri
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CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (TNND) — Remnants from Tropical Storm Chantal dumped up to 10 inches of rain in central North Carolina on Sunday night into Monday morning, causing significant flooding, deaths and water rescues. It was the third named storm of...
What will be the climate fallout from Trump's 'big beautiful bill'?
New Scientist
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Solar panels in Tucson, Arizona, US Rebecca Noble/Bloomberg via Getty Images Cuts to clean energy spending in the bill President Donald Trump signed into law on 4 July could lead to billions of tonnes of additional CO2 emissions over the next...
American hero: Coast Guard officer rescues nearly 200 from Texas floods
Democrat & Chronicle - New York
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A U.S. Coast Guard rescue swimmer is being called an American hero by many after he rescued nearly 200 people from the deadly floods that took place in Texas the weekend of July 4th. “This was the first rescue mission of his career, and he was the...
N.J. weather: Heavy rain, possible flash flooding, extreme heat expected Tuesday
NJ.com - New Jersey
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July 8, 2025
While much of New Jersey was spared drenching rain on Monday, that’s not expected to be the case on Tuesday, as forecasters are again calling for thunderstorms and potential flash flooding on a very hot day. A quiet start to the day is expected to...
Today’s audio update: Coast Guard swimmer from N.J. rescues 165 from Texas floodwaters, new Superfund site in Mercer County
NJ.com - New Jersey
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July 8, 2025
Hey there New Jersey! Here’s your audio update highlighting a heroic U.S. Coast Guard rescue swimmer from New Jersey credited with saving 165 people from floodwaters in Texas and the addition of a contaminated historic site in Mercer County to the...
TUES: EPA announces new Albuquerque superfund site + More
KUNM - New Mexico
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July 8, 2025
EPA announces new Albuquerque superfund site- Cathy Cook, Albuquerque Journal The federal government will lead the clean up of pollution left by a dry cleaner in southeast Albuquerque. The former location of Carlisle Village Cleaners was added to...
Death toll from Texas flooding tops 100 as search for survivors continues
MSNBC
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IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Young women are working at near-record rates 06:21 Now Playing Death toll from Texas flooding tops 100 as search for survivors continues 07:16 UP NEXT More than...
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Tuesday
105.7 The Hawk - New Jersey
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July 8, 2025
Advisories HIGH RISK OF RIP CURRENTS. Life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf zone. HEAT ADVISORY in effect until 8 p.m. Heat index values up to 103 expected. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting...
Mass casualty incident declared after plane crash near New Jersey airport
The Independent
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July 2, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Gracie Hunt shares gut-wrenching message after family member dies in Texas floods
Fox News
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Mercy Chefs founder and CEO Gary LeBlanc joins 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss how his nonprofit has stepped up to aid Texas families and first responders in wake of the catastrophic flooding in Central Texas. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News...
Mass casualty incident declared after plane crash near New Jersey airport
The Independent
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July 3, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Texas floods shine spotlight on Trump's weather and disaster cuts
KTAL News - Texas, Louisiana
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July 8, 2025
The deadly Texas floods are drawing renewed scrutiny to Trump administration cuts at the nation's weather and climate research agencies. A flash flood on Friday unleashed water from the Guadalupe River in Central Texas, killing at least 90...
Operation Takedown: 24 Busted In Massive New Jersey Bloods Drug Ring Sting
The Free Press - Tampa - Florida
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July 2, 2025
Fentanyl, Heroin, and Crack Flooded Bradley Court Until Feds and Local Law Enforcement Stepped In In a major crackdown on drug trafficking in Newark, U.S. Attorney Alina Habba today announced charges against twenty-four individuals for their...
Guest Column: Peeling back the curtain on climate lawsuits
Yuma Sun - Arizona
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Under Joe Biden, filing lawsuits against energy producers and accusing them of harming the environment was cool. Under Donald J. Trump’s America First energy policy, not so much. The “David vs. Goliath” narrative has collapsed on the altar of...
Severe flooding in North Carolina after Chantal dumps heavy rain
Hawaii Tribune Herald
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July 8, 2025
Officials in central North Carolina rescued dozens of stranded people Sunday night and early Monday after Tropical Depression Chantal dumped up to 10 inches of rain in parts of the state, bringing significant flooding that inundated homes, closed...
Jack Ciattarelli Dealt Polling Blow in New Jersey Governor Race
Newsweek
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July 2, 2025
Republican Jack Ciattarelli was dealt a polling blow in the latest survey of New Jersey voters ahead of the gubernatorial race against Democratic Representative Mikie Sherrill later this year. Newsweek reached out to the Ciattarelli and Sherrill...
Flash flooding threat grows. Up to 6 inches of rain possible in some N.J. areas.
NJ.com - New Jersey
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July 7, 2025
Weather forecasters say they are becoming increasingly concerned about the potential threat of serious flash flooding in parts of New Jersey Monday from heavy rain sparked by the remnants of Tropical Storm Chantal. The National Weather Service...
Death toll from Texas flooding over July 4 weekend surpasses 100
CGTN
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Authorities search along the Guadalupe River following catastrophic flooding in Kerrville, Texas, July 7, 2025. /VCG Authorities search along the Guadalupe River following catastrophic flooding in Kerrville, Texas, July 7, 2025. /VCG The death...
Camp flooding puts parents on edge as tragedy shows danger of sending kids away for summer
Fox News
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July 8, 2025
Holly Kate Hurley joins 'America's Newsroom' to share her firsthand account of the flash flooding that devastated Camp Mystic. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! As countless children flock to summer camps around the country to enjoy the...