Flying Parts Prompt Massive Recall Of Nearly 290K Ford Vehicles Flying Parts Prompt Massive Recall Of Nearly 290K Ford Vehicles
Flying Parts Prompt Massive Recall Of Nearly 290K Ford Vehicles Nearly 290,000 Ford Explorer SUVs are being recalled because roof rail covers can come loose and detach while driving. Ford Motor Company issued the recall for 288,314 vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report filed on Tuesday, July 14. The recall affects certain 2016-2019 Ford Explorers. The roof rail covers may loosen over time and separate from the vehicle while it's moving. A detached cover could create a hazard for other drivers and increase the risk of a crash. Drivers may notice more wind noise, squeaks, rattles, or a visible gap between the roof…
Severe Storms Will Slam Into Smoky Skies: When To Expect Damaging Winds, Limited Visibility Severe Storms Will Slam Into Smoky Skies: When To Expect Damaging Winds, Limited Visibility
Severe Storms Will Slam Into Smoky Skies: When To Expect Damaging Winds, Limited Visibility A volatile weekend setup is bringing two unwelcome summer threats together over the Northeast. Severe thunderstorms will sweep into lingering Canadian wildfire smoke on Saturday, July 18, creating a one-two punch of damaging winds, torrential rain, reduced visibility, and poor air quality. Showers and thunderstorms will advance across the Northeast on Saturday, July 18, threatening travel disruptions and localized flash flooding. AccuWeather The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center placed a broad corridor from the Ohio Valley through the Mid-Atlantic and southern New Eng…
Popular Coca-Cola-Owned Beverage Halts US Production After Cyberattack Popular Coca-Cola-Owned Beverage Halts US Production After Cyberattack
Popular Coca-Cola-Owned Beverage Halts US Production After Cyberattack A cyberattack has temporarily halted US production at Fairlife, the dairy company owned by Coca-Cola. The Coca-Cola Company announced the ransomware attack in a news release on Thursday, July 16. Fairlife identified unauthorized access by a third party to part of its computer systems, including production-related systems. After detecting the cyberattack, Fairlife activated its incident response and business continuity plans. The company said it's continuing to investigate the breach with help from law enforcement, outside advisors, and cybersecurity experts. The full scope, natur…
Who Left This Dog To Suffer? PSPCA Seeks Pair After Severely Neglected Pup Dumped Who Left This Dog To Suffer? PSPCA Seeks Pair After Severely Neglected Pup Dumped
Who Left This Dog To Suffer? Pspca Seeks Pair After Severely Neglected Pup Dumped A severely neglected dog suffering from a strangulation wound and other untreated medical conditions was abandoned inside a crate at the Pennsylvania SPCA's Philadelphia headquarters, and now investigators are asking for the public's help identifying the people responsible, the organization announced in a release issued Friday, July 17. Surveillance video shows two people arriving by vehicle at the PSPCA's headquarters at 350 E. Erie Ave. on Monday, July 13. The pair illegally parked in the lot, removed a small pink crate from the vehicle, carried it into the building's vestibule, and left t…
Mushrooms, Cocaine, Heroin, Fentanyl, Ghost Gun Found In Lancaster Raid Mushrooms, Cocaine, Heroin, Fentanyl, Ghost Gun Found In Lancaster Raid
Mushrooms, Cocaine, Heroin, Fentanyl, Ghost Gun Found In Lancaster Raid A ghost gun and a stash of heroin, fentanyl, cocaine, mushrooms, and other drugs were seized during a search warrant at a Lancaster apartment following a weeks-long drug investigation, police announced in a release issued Thursday, July 16. Members of the Lancaster City Bureau of Police's Selective Enforcement Unit executed the warrant at an apartment in the first block of South Ann Street at approximately 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 15, after investigating Charles Shipp for allegedly selling drugs, police said. Shipp was detained as he left the residence before officers searched the apartment, …
Brenda Fricker Dies: Oscar-Winning Actress Known For 'Home Alone,' 'My Left Foot' Brenda Fricker Dies: Oscar-Winning Actress Known For 'Home Alone,' 'My Left Foot'
Brenda Fricker Dies: Oscar-Winning Actress Known For 'Home Alone,' 'My Left Foot' An actress who could turn quiet loneliness into unforgettable humanity has died after a six-decade career. Oscar-winning Irish actress Brenda Fricker died on Friday, July 17, following a period of ill health, her agent told the BBC. She was 81. Fricker became the first Irish actress to win an Academy Award when she received the Best Supporting Actress Oscar in 1990 for “My Left Foot.” She played Bridget Brown, the devoted mother of writer and painter Christy Brown, portrayed by Daniel Day-Lewis in the acclaimed 1989 film. Fricker reached an even wider audience three years later as the rec…
PA Mayor Resigns Less Than A Year Into Second Term PA Mayor Resigns Less Than A Year Into Second Term
PA Mayor Resigns Less Than A Year Into Second Term A Pennsylvania mayor announced she is stepping down less than a year after winning reelection, saying the decision came after "much prayer, reflection, and careful consideration." Steelton Mayor Ciera Dent announced Friday, July 17, that she will resign effective Monday, Aug. 17, according to a message she shared with borough residents. Dent, 39, did not give a specific reason for her resignation. "This decision has not come easy for me," Dent wrote. "Steelton has been my home since I was eleven years old. It has continued to be home for me and my children. It has been one of the highest h…
NJ Trucker Dad Killed When Overturned Rig Lands On Him In PA Crash: State Police NJ Trucker Dad Killed When Overturned Rig Lands On Him In PA Crash: State Police
NJ Trucker Dad Killed When Overturned Rig Lands On Him In PA Crash: State Police A New Jersey truck driver was killed after he was thrown from his commercial vehicle and trapped beneath it during a crash in Pennsylvania, State Police said. The crash happened at approximately 12:13 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, along the 4500 block of Chestnut Street north of Beck Road in Upper Milford Township, Lehigh County, according to Pennsylvania State Police and the Lehigh County Coroner's Office.  Clarence E. Reynolds, 42, of Camden, New Jersey, was driving north on Chestnut Street when his commercial box truck failed to maintain a single lane of travel, police said. The truck …
Kids' Biggest Heroes May Come As Surprise, Survey Reveals Kids' Biggest Heroes May Come As Surprise, Survey Reveals
Kids' Biggest Heroes May Come As Surprise, Survey Reveals The biggest heroes in kids' lives may not need capes, theme music, or superpowers. Parents are the top role models for children ages 4 to 12, according to a survey published Thursday, July 9, by Talker Research and commissioned by Kiddie Academy. The survey of 2,000 parents found that children are most likely to look up to people in their everyday lives, according to Talker Research on behalf of Kiddie Academy. Parents topped the list at 71 percent, followed by teachers at 40 percent, siblings at 37 percent, extended family members at 33 percent, and friends at 31 percent. Fictional super…
FDA Issues Alert After Major Break In Multistate Parasite Outbreak: What To Know Now FDA Issues Alert After Major Break In Multistate Parasite Outbreak: What To Know Now
FDA Issues Alert After Major Break In Multistate Parasite Outbreak: What To Know Now A sprawling foodborne outbreak now has a much clearer trail, and health officials are warning diners not to ignore it. The FDA said on Thursday, July 16, that shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico served at Taco Bell restaurants in five states has been linked to an outbreak of Cyclospora infections. The warning covers locations in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia. The outbreak has sickened 1,644 people who reported eating at Taco Bell, according to the FDA. At least 94 people have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported. An analysis of food exposures in…
12-Year-Old E-Bike Rider Dies After Crash With Pickup Truck In Pennsylvania 12-Year-Old E-Bike Rider Dies After Crash With Pickup Truck In Pennsylvania
12-Year-Old E-Bike Rider Dies After Crash With Pickup Truck In Pennsylvania A 12-year-old boy died after an e-bike collided with a pickup truck in York County, authorities announced Thursday, July 16. The crash happened at the intersection of North George Street and Emig Road in Manchester Township at approximately 9:22 p.m. on Monday, July 13, according to the Northern York County Regional Police Department. The boy was riding an e-bike when it was involved in a collision with a pickup truck, police said. First responders attempted lifesaving measures at the scene, but the child suffered critical injuries and was taken to WellSpan York Hospital, where he died at …
Firebomb Tossed Into PA Mosque Leads To Federal Arson Charge Firebomb Tossed Into PA Mosque Leads To Federal Arson Charge
Firebomb Tossed Into PA Mosque Leads To Federal Arson Charge Federal charges have been filed after investigators identified the man who threw a homemade incendiary device into a Philadelphia mosque over the Fourth of July weekend, sparking a fire that damaged the building and prompted a hate crime investigation. Vincent Lang, 60, of Philadelphia, was arrested and charged Thursday, July 16, with maliciously damaging or destroying, or attempting to destroy, a building used in interstate commerce by means of fire, the U.S. Department of Justice announced. Lang approached the Northeast Philadelphia Islamic Center on the 1400 block of Tyson Avenue during …
Cause Of Death Released For 'Jurassic Park' Star Sam Neill Cause Of Death Released For 'Jurassic Park' Star Sam Neill
Cause Of Death Released For 'Jurassic Park' Star Sam Neill The mystery surrounding the sudden death of “Jurassic Park” star Sam Neill has been resolved. Neill died from pneumonia at age 78 in Sydney, Australia, his representative told People in a report published Thursday, July 16. The illness was unrelated to the blood cancer the acclaimed actor had overcome. “Prior to becoming sick, Sam had valiantly fought and beaten lymphoma through a new treatment called CAR-T therapy,” Neill’s rep said in a statement to the outlet. People report:https://people.com/sam-neill-cause-of-death-12019366 The representative issued the clarification after inaccurate…
Dangerous Haze Hangs On: Here's New Timeline For Cleaner Northeast Air Dangerous Haze Hangs On: Here's New Timeline For Cleaner Northeast Air
Dangerous Haze Hangs On: Here's New Timeline For Cleaner Northeast Air The smoky veil hanging over the Northeast is refusing to make a quick exit. Smoke from Canadian and northern Minnesota wildfires continued to affect air quality and visibility on Friday, July 17. Forecasters said the haze could remain a periodic problem through the weekend before a broader wind shift brings more substantial relief. Prevailing breezes will continue steering smoke southeast through Sunday, according to AccuWeather. Some of the smoke will remain high in the atmosphere, dimming the sun. Other pockets could reach ground level, reduce visibility, and create health concerns. Sho…
US Increases Travel Warning For Popular Caribbean Destination: What To Know US Increases Travel Warning For Popular Caribbean Destination: What To Know
US Increases Travel Warning For Popular Caribbean Destination: What To Know The State Department is increasing its warning level for American travelers visiting Saint Lucia. The federal government raised its travel advisory for the Caribbean island to Level 2 on Friday, July 10. A Level 2 advisory tells US citizens to "exercise increased caution" in a nation. According to State Department officials, violent crime can happen "anywhere" in Saint Lucia. "US citizens and other foreigners in Saint Lucia have been victims of armed robbery, assault, burglary, and rape," the advisory said. "In some cases, U.S. citizens have been killed." Guests at tourist resor…
New Rankings Reveal America's Most Loved Cities New Rankings Reveal America's Most Loved Cities
New Rankings Reveal America's Most Loved Cities A new travel ranking is giving vacation dreamers a fresh reason to argue over the map. Travel + Leisure released its 2026 World's Best Awards list of the best cities in the US on Monday, July 7, after readers weighed in on their favorite travel experiences. The magazine’s readers put Santa Fe, New Mexico, at No. 1 with a score of 88.85, ahead of Charleston, South Carolina, and Savannah, Georgia, according to Travel + Leisure. Santa Fe also ranked No. 19 among the best cities in the world. Travel + Leisure highlighted its sunshine, food, skiing, and cultural stops, including the Georgia O'K…
Tick Bite Can Trigger Life-Changing Food Allergy: Warning Signs, Prevention Tips Tick Bite Can Trigger Life-Changing Food Allergy: Warning Signs, Prevention Tips
Tick Bite Can Trigger Life-Changing Food Allergy: Warning Signs, Prevention Tips A nearly invisible outdoor hazard can alter what someone can safely eat and trigger a medical emergency hours after dinner. The condition is alpha-gal syndrome, or AGS, a potentially life-threatening allergy that can develop after a tick bite, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Alpha-gal is a sugar molecule found in most mammals but not in humans. It is also present in the saliva of some ticks. A bite can introduce the molecule into a person’s bloodstream, causing the immune system to treat it as a threat. The person may react later after eating beef, pork, lamb, …
Win Free Chipotle During 2026 World Cup Final: Here's How Win Free Chipotle During 2026 World Cup Final: Here's How
Win Free Chipotle During 2026 World Cup Final: Here's How You could score free Chipotle during the biggest game in the world. Chipotle Mexican Grill will give away up to $1 million in free entrées during the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, the chain announced in a news release on Thursday, July 16. Defending champion Argentina will take on reigning European title-holder Spain at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 19. Chipotle's promotion will take place during the match's second official hydration break (pausa de hidratación for anyone watching on Telemundo). Chipotle will post a video on its Insta…
Scott Bryce Dies: Daytime TV Star Known For Playing Scheming Characters Scott Bryce Dies: Daytime TV Star Known For Playing Scheming Characters
Scott Bryce Dies: Daytime TV Star Known For Playing Scheming Characters A charismatic television presence whose work stretched across generations of daytime and primetime hits has died. Scott Bryce, best known for originating the role of Craig Montgomery on the CBS soap opera “As the World Turns,” died on Sunday, July 12, following a battle with cancer, according to the Los Angeles Times. He was 68. Bryce died in New Haven, Connecticut, The Hollywood Reporter reported. He had been diagnosed with Stage 3 esophageal and stomach cancer in 2024. The cancer later spread to his brain, according to the Los Angeles Times, which cited his son, Jackson Bryce, and agent …
Craig Melvin Speaks Out After 'Today' Show Security Breach Incident Craig Melvin Speaks Out After 'Today' Show Security Breach Incident
Craig Melvin Speaks Out After 'Today' Show Security Breach Incident Craig Melvin is breaking his silence after a frightening security scare rattled one of television's best-known morning shows. The 47-year-old "Today" co-anchor reassured viewers in a late-afternoon Instagram post on Thursday, July 16, hours after an unauthorized man approached him near Studio 1A at Rockefeller Plaza. Melvin wrote: "Hey everyone. I’ve heard from so many of you over the last few hours. I’m doing just fine. Thanks for reaching out. I’m looking forward to seeing you tomorrow morning on @todayshow." Melvin shared the message on his verified account without adding details about …
National Ice Cream Day 2026: Where To Get Free Scoops, Frozen Deals National Ice Cream Day 2026: Where To Get Free Scoops, Frozen Deals
National Ice Cream Day 2026: Where To Get Free Scoops, Frozen Deals Giveaways, deals, and even frozen treats for pets are returning across the country to celebrate one of summer's sweetest holidays. National Ice Cream Day 2026 falls on Sunday, July 19. President Ronald Reagan officially proclaimed July as National Ice Cream Month and the third Sunday as National Ice Cream Day back in 1984, according to the International Dairy Foods Association. The dairy trade group said that the US churned out more than 1.23 billion gallons of ice cream in 2025. The IDFA also estimates that the average American eats about four gallons of ice cream a year. The sweet t…
Popular Airline Finally Adding Wi-Fi To Flights: Here's When Popular Airline Finally Adding Wi-Fi To Flights: Here's When
Popular Airline Finally Adding Wi-Fi To Flights: Here's When Frontier Airlines is adding Wi-Fi on its planes for the first time. The Denver-based airline plans to launch its first aircraft equipped with Wi-Fi in early 2027, Frontier announced in a news release on Tuesday, July 14. SpaceX-owned Starlink will provide internet aboard Frontier's fleet.  The service is expected to support streaming, online gaming, video calls, browsing, and work during flights. Frontier will be the first US airline to offer passenger access through a new system managed directly by Starlink. Frontier said the new Wi-Fi will also help its pilots, flight attendant…
McDonald's Unveils New Chicken Items, Adds Sauce To Menu McDonald's Unveils New Chicken Items, Adds Sauce To Menu
McDonald's Unveils New Chicken Items, Adds Sauce To Menu McDonald's is adding a new sauce and several chicken menu items for a limited time. The fast-food chain announced Caesar Sauce on the McDonald's USA Menu Spotter on Tuesday, July 14. The sauce will arrive at participating restaurants nationwide on Tuesday, July 21. The creamy sauce features garlic, parmesan, and hints of lemon. "Whether you're dipping, wrapping, or sandwiching, Caesar Sauce is here at McDonald's for a limited time to make your favorite chicken order a summer staple," the company said. Caesar Sauce's launch will also include new limited-time menu options. McDonald's …
Major Produce Company Eyed As Source In Growing Cyclospora Outbreak: Report Major Produce Company Eyed As Source In Growing Cyclospora Outbreak: Report
Major Produce Company Eyed As Source In Growing Cyclospora Outbreak: Report The hunt for the source of a sprawling parasite outbreak has narrowed to a major produce supplier and a familiar fast-food ingredient. Click here for a new, updated story: FDA Issues Warning After Major Break In Multistate Parasite Outbreak The Washington Post reported on Thursday, July 16, that investigators have identified shredded iceberg lettuce supplied to Taco Bell restaurants by Taylor Farms as a potential source of the illnesses. The Post attributed the information to two people familiar with the ongoing investigation who spoke anonymously. Federal officials have not publicl…
Fake Burglary, Straw Gun Scheme Busted After Serial Number Brings Detectives To PA Men Fake Burglary, Straw Gun Scheme Busted After Serial Number Brings Detectives To PA Men
Fake Burglary, Straw Gun Scheme Busted After Serial Number Brings Detectives To PA Men A Pennsylvania man allegedly lied about a storage unit burglary to cover up an illegal gun trafficking operation, leading detectives to uncover what they say was a straw purchasing scheme involving a second man prohibited from owning firearms, prosecutors announced Thursday, July 16. The investigation began in April after detectives with the Berks County District Attorney's Gun Violence Reduction Task Force connected a recovered handgun with an obliterated serial number to Joel Morales-Colon, 29, and Joymar Ortiz-Lugo, 39, both of the 100 block of South Sixth Street in Reading, the district …
Longtime Knoebels President Richard 'Dick' Knoebel Dies Longtime Knoebels President Richard 'Dick' Knoebel Dies
Longtime Knoebels President Richard 'Dick' Knoebel Dies The man who helped make Knoebels one of America's most beloved amusement parks while preserving its family traditions and free-admission model has died. Richard "Dick" Knoebel, President Emeritus of Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg, died at age 87, the family-owned park announced on Thursday, July 16. Knoebel served as president from 1988 until 2025, when he transitioned into the role of president emeritus. During nearly four decades leading the park, he guided Knoebels through significant growth while preserving the community roots and traditions that made it a nationally recognized d…
Fire, Shock Risks Spark Large Recall Of Popular Toaster Ovens Fire, Shock Risks Spark Large Recall Of Popular Toaster Ovens
Fire, Shock Risks Spark Large Recall Of Popular Toaster Ovens Thousands of Panasonic toaster ovens are being recalled because a problem with the power cord can create shock and fire hazards. Panasonic Corporation of North America issued the recall for about 11,480 Electric Toaster Ovens, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 16. Another 2,184 toaster ovens were sold in Canada. The power cord's insulation can be insufficient because a protective fiberglass sleeve doesn't adequately cover it. The recall includes all Panasonic Electric Toaster Ovens with model number NB-G200. Panasonic, whose North American headquarters is in New…
Man Steals Police Cruiser, Tries To Run Down Officer Before Shooting In PA: Prosecutors Man Steals Police Cruiser, Tries To Run Down Officer Before Shooting In PA: Prosecutors
Man Steals Police Cruiser, Tries To Run Down Officer Before Shooting In PA: Prosecutors A man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say he stole a police cruiser, threatened to shoot officers, crashed during a getaway, broke into a home, and then tried to run down an officer before he was shot in Pennsylvania, prosecutors announced Thursday, July 16. Joshua McFadden, 40, of Pottstown, was charged with attempted aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer, robbery of a motor vehicle, burglary, fleeing and eluding police, terroristic threats, possession of methamphetamine, DUI, and numerous related offenses following the June 22 incident, according to the Cheste…
Chloe Fineman Announces 'SNL Departure After 7 Seasons Chloe Fineman Announces 'SNL Departure After 7 Seasons
Chloe Fineman Announces 'SNL Departure After 7 Seasons Chloe Fineman is saying farewell to Studio 8H. The "Saturday Night Live" cast member, who had been on the show for seven years, announced her departure in a heartfelt post on her Instagram account.   "I have decided it’s time for my next chapter," Fineman said. "It’s cliche to say this but working at SNL has been the greatest privilege of my life. I still can’t really believe I got to be a part of it. I fell in love with the place the second I walked through the door. Lorne (if you’re reading this on your burner account) I want you to know that I am forever in your debt." Fineman…
Suspect ID'd, New Details Released After 'Today' Show Security Incident Suspect ID'd, New Details Released After 'Today' Show Security Incident
Suspect ID'd, New Details Released After 'Today' Show Security Incident The man at the center of a security scare at one of television's most recognizable studios now has a name, and NBC is explaining how close he got. Click here for a new, updated story: Craig Melvin Speaks Out After 'Today' Show Security Breach Incident NBC News identified the man on Thursday, July 16, as Andrew Truelove, citing three officials briefed on the matter. Truelove was born in 1985 and has a criminal history, with several cases pending in New York courts, NBC reported. A preliminary search found no weapons in his possession. NBC confirmed there was a “security incident” af…
Glass May Appear In Pillsbury Rolls Sold In PA, Triggering Massive Recall Glass May Appear In Pillsbury Rolls Sold In PA, Triggering Massive Recall
Glass May Appear In Pillsbury Rolls Sold In PA, Triggering Massive Recall Hundreds of thousands of frozen Pillsbury rolls are being recalled because they may contain glass. General Mills voluntarily recalled about 736,000 Pillsbury Hard Roll Dough and Kaiser Roll Dough pieces, according to a Food and Drug Administration enforcement report from Monday, July 13. The frozen rolls were distributed in 19 states across the country, including Maine, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. According to the FDA, the products were recalled because of "potential foreign material (glass)." The recall includes Pillsbury Hard Roll Dough sold in cases containing 180 rol…