James Mitchell is a seasoned journalist covering regional news, public safety, and infrastructure developments. His reporting focuses on local impacts and community resilience.
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Indore, India's cleanest city, is experiencing a severe diarrhoea outbreak affecting over 1,400 people and causing eight deaths. Health teams are conducting door-to-door surveys and investigating cont
At least 10 people were injured in a shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach during a community event on Sunday evening. Police have two suspects in custody.
A SigAlert on the southbound 405 Freeway caused significant morning commute delays in the San Fernando Valley as crews repaired a lifted section of roadway.
Hong Kong businesses, including major hotel groups and property developers, are providing extensive aid to Tai Po fire victims, offering free lodging, financial donations, meals, and educational suppo
Silverwood Theme Park, founded by the Norton family in 1988, is being sold to Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation, a major operator of theme parks across North America.
The Perch, a new lounge at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, opened with Floridian-inspired cocktails, local beers, and an elegant Victorian theme, offering a unique guest experience.
A Fargo hotel was ordered to stop soaking stained bed sheets in guest hot tubs after a viral video exposed the practice. Health officials are now considering new regulations.
I-25 in Pueblo faces nighttime closures from November 7-9 for bridge demolition at Exit 100A, part of a $114M CDOT project. Detours will guide northbound and southbound traffic as work progresses, wit
Crescent Seas, a residential cruise start-up, has shifted its strategy from converting existing ships to building a new, larger vessel named Ocean, set for 2031 delivery. This change responds to buyer
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings reported record third-quarter 2025 results, driven by strong demand for Caribbean and luxury cruises, exceeding occupancy guidance and reaffirming full-year financial ta
Two girls were rushed to the hospital after being thrown from a Ferris wheel at the Harvest Festival in New Roads, Louisiana. All rides were closed for inspection.
A $2.9 billion Metro-North rail project connecting NYC's northern suburbs to Penn Station faces a three-year delay, now expected in 2030 due to Amtrak's limited track access. The MTA still aims for pa
BART experienced its sixth major service disruption of 2025 due to equipment problems in the Transbay Tube, halting Red Line service and delaying Green Line operations.
Memphis International Airport will conduct a large-scale emergency response drill on Monday morning, which will not impact flight schedules.
Lynchburg Regional Airport will add daily United Airlines service to Chicago O'Hare starting in spring 2026, providing travelers a new global connection hub and significantly reducing travel times for
Drivers in the Washington, D.C. area faced severe delays during the Tuesday morning commute due to multiple incidents including a disabled tractor-trailer, multi-car crashes, and various collisions on
Prosecutors in Florida will not file child neglect charges against the mother of a 5-year-old who fell overboard from a Disney cruise ship in a widely publicized incident.
Overnight closures on I-26 in Buncombe County, North Carolina, have begun as crews remove the old Blue Ridge Parkway bridge. This critical step enables the ongoing I-26 widening project, with detours
MTA is investigating a rare incident where three subway cars detached from a No. 4 train in the Bronx on Sunday, causing service disruptions. No injuries were reported, and safety systems activated. A
Universal Orlando Resort has filed a new construction permit for the Lost Continent area in Islands of Adventure, confirming development plans and fueling speculation about a major transformation of t