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H-E-B Recalls More Than 50 Jalapeño Products Over Salmonella Risk

and on August 17, 2026

Affected items were sold in Texas and Louisiana from July 3 through Aug. 5, and shoppers should discard or return them.

Department of Justice Stops Pursuit of Trans Youth Records at UPMC

and on August 13, 2026

A federal judge had blocked the subpoena, and the agency’s withdrawal means families’ private medical information will not be turned over in this case

Abbott App Lets Users See Contacts’ Party Ties, Earn Prizes

and on August 12, 2026

The app matches phone contacts with voter files, exposing party affiliations, birth details and voting histories while rewarding campaign work.

This Missouri School Named the Best Community College in the Nation

and on August 12, 2026

A national ranking highlights one school’s 79% graduation rate and $9,223 average grant aid, offering clues for families weighing college costs.

Pharmaceutical Giant to Build $2.3B Plant, Create 500 Jobs in Texas

and on August 10, 2026

The Houston project includes a $4.89 million state grant and could generate 2,000 construction jobs before the facility opens.

When School Starts Again in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties

and on August 10, 2026

Florida’s sales-tax holiday covers computers up to $1,500, clothing up to $100 and school supplies priced at $50 or less through Aug. 20.

Trump: Data Centers Could Be ‘Bigger Than Oil’ as Texas Seeks Pause

and on August 8, 2026

Texas is weighing a temporary grid pause as soaring electricity demand from AI facilities forces a debate over who pays for the expansion

Miami Area Has Shortage of Affordable Home Listings. Who Is Left Out

and on August 7, 2026

A 2026 report found middle-income buyers face the biggest supply gap, with just 23% of listings affordable to households earning about $75,000.

Spider-Man Ad Pops Up on BMW Screens. Some Drivers Aren’t Happy

and on August 7, 2026

An over-the-air update turned thousands of luxury-car startup screens into movie billboards, raising fresh questions about who controls software after purchase

NYC Officials See Increase in West Nile Virus Mosquitoes: What to Know

and on August 7, 2026

The city found 612 positive mosquito pools, nearly double last year’s count, and late August is when infections typically peak.

Miami-Area Rents Are Down, but Many Still Can’t Afford Them

and on August 6, 2026

Miami rents fell for the 35th straight month, yet a Florida renter may need nearly $79,000 annually to afford a typical two-bedroom.

Universal Studios Hollywood Visitors May Have Been Exposed to Measles

and on August 6, 2026

Anyone at the park during an 11-hour window may need to monitor for symptoms through Aug. 16, especially if vaccination records are unclear.

What E-Bikes Are Illegal in NYC? Here’s What to Know Amid Crackdown

and on August 6, 2026

New York sellers face $2,000 infractions after Aug. 18, while riders can check motor power, speed and VIN rules before hitting the road

Broward Jumps in Florida Cyclosporiasis Cases. What about Miami-Dade?

and on August 6, 2026

Florida has reported 333 confirmed cases since May 1, with Miami-Dade and Broward counties leading the state as health officials track the illness.

More Cyclosporiasis Cases Reported in Miami-Dade, County Leads Florida

and on August 6, 2026

Florida has recorded 248 confirmed cases since May, while health officials say symptoms can linger for a month or longer

HHS Decertifies Kentucky Organ Donation Group Over Safety Concerns

, and on August 6, 2026

A federal review found neurological warning signs and consent problems in nearly 29% of examined cases, prompting an appeal from the Kentucky organization

Las Vegas Is Home to What HGTV Said Is Nevada’s Best Free Activity

and on August 5, 2026

A free entertainment district anchors the list, while desert hikes, dark skies and landmarks offer more ways to stretch a Nevada trip budget.

California Lands 6 Hospitals on U.S. News Honor Roll

and on August 5, 2026

Six California medical centers made a prestigious national list, but rankings alone may not determine where patients receive the best care.

All Salad and Go Locations Are Closing Today, Aug. 5, Including in Nevada

, and on August 5, 2026

The Arizona-born chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after a cyclospora scare hit sales, leaving 70 locations and their workers without jobs.

Dengue Alerts Issued in These Florida Locations. How to Protect Against Mosquitoes

and on August 5, 2026

As little as a teaspoon of standing water can breed dengue-carrying mosquitoes — here’s how to mosquito-proof your yard this week.

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