NORTH CAROLINA — A noticeable shift in the weather is unfolding across the state Wednesday, bringing milder air, partly to mostly cloudy skies, and a few isolated showers as temperatures climb well above average for mid-February. Forecasters indicate highs will surge into the 60s statewide, with several communities in central and eastern North Carolina pushing…
KENTUCKY AND SOUTHERN INDIANA — A developing storm system is setting the stage for a round of potentially strong to severe thunderstorms across the region on February 19 and 20, 2026, with forecasters highlighting a Level 2 “Slight Risk” across much of central and western Kentucky and nearby southern Indiana communities. While this system is…
FLORIDA — A bright and increasingly warm day is unfolding across the Tampa Bay region, with mostly sunny skies, rising humidity, and afternoon temperatures pushing toward the 80-degree mark along parts of the Gulf Coast. After a mild and partly cloudy start this morning, conditions are steadily improving as sunshine takes control through midday and…
Indianapolis, Indiana — A developing severe weather threat is expected to impact much of the Ohio Valley on Thursday afternoon and evening, with forecasters highlighting the potential for damaging winds up to 60 mph, large hail, and a few tornadoes. The greatest concern appears centered over central and southern Indiana, northern Kentucky, and western Ohio,…
INDIANA — An “all hazards” severe weather risk is setting up for Thursday afternoon and evening, with the greatest concern focused across central and southern parts of the state, especially along and south of the I-70 corridor. Forecasters indicate the environment could support damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph, a couple of tornadoes, and…
MACKINAC BRIDGE, MICHIGAN — Dangerous whiteout conditions have developed early this morning across the Mackinac Bridge, where blowing snow and powerful winds are severely reducing visibility and forcing officials to escort high-profile vehicles across the span. A live image timestamped 8:00 a.m. on February 18, 2026, shows near-zero visibility along the bridge corridor. Snow is…
GEORGIA — A former Georgia elementary school teacher who prosecutors say lived a secret double life as a gang member has been convicted in the fatal shootings of two children, nearly 10 years after the violent home invasion that shocked the community. Michael White, who was teaching fifth grade at Toney Elementary School at the…
PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND — Providence police confirmed Wednesday evening that two bodies were found inside a vehicle parked in the lot of The Miriam Hospital, prompting a large law enforcement response and an active investigation. Authorities said the discovery was made earlier in the day, though it remains unclear how long the bodies had been…
POLK COUNTY, FLORIDA — A Lakeland convenience store clerk was arrested Thursday, February 5, 2026, after deputies with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office conducted an underage alcohol enforcement operation that resulted in a prohibited sale at a local Circle K location. The arrest occurred during Operation Pop Top, an ongoing enforcement effort aimed at preventing…
FLORIDA — A 17-year-old is facing a felony battery charge after investigators in Marion County say he set another teenager on fire during a gathering at Lake Kerr, according to details shared by deputies in the report shown. What Investigators Say Happened at the Lake Kerr Gathering Deputies said a video recorded at the scene…