Hurricane Milton, a powerful Category 4 storm, possibly, soon to be a Category 5, remains a significant threat to Florida’s west coast as it moves closer to making landfall. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) reports that Milton is packing sustained winds of 150 miles per hour, with hurricane-force winds extending up to 30 miles from the storm's center and tropical-storm-force winds reaching 105 miles. Currently, the storm is located about 520 miles southwest of Tampa and is expected to make landfall near the Tampa Bay area tomorrow evening.
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Bounty Hunter Duane ‘Dog’ Chapman Joins Search for Missing Teen Sebastian Rogers
Famed bounty hunter Duane "Dog" Chapman has joined the search for missing teenager Sebastian Rogers, who disappeared earlier this month. Chapman, known for his high-profile manhunts, is lending his expertise to local authorities and volunteers in the effort to locate Rogers, a 16-year-old who was last seen in the Orlando area.
Rogers’ family has been pleading for help since his sudden disappearance, and Chapman's involvement has brought renewed attention to the case. According to police reports, Rogers was last seen leaving his home under mysterious circumstances. . .
As high travel costs prompt many Americans to reconsider extravagant vacations, a new survey by WalletHub has identified the best cities for a staycation this summer. WalletHub compared over 180 cities across the United States to determine the most wallet-friendly and enjoyable destinations for those looking to stay close to home.
WalletHub compared more than 180 cities to rank the best places for a staycation this summer. Erin Real reports.
The survey revealed that 82 percent of Americans plan to travel in the coming months, but economic pressures are leading many to opt for more affordable, local. . .
Affordability and Convenience Drive Metrics Behind WalletHub’s Top Travel Spots for Summer 2024
WalletHub releases its highly anticipated list of the best summer travel destinations for 2024, ranking 100 of the largest metro areas across 41 key indicators. These indicators include factors such as the cheapest flights, the number of attractions, and the average price of a two-person meal. The focus of the report is on the cost and convenience of traveling to each location, as well as overall affordability.
WalletHub is out with the best summer travel destination for 2024. Erin Real reports.
JFK, LaGuardia and Newark airports as well as the rest around the nation are expected. . .
After 10 Years, Closure Found: Missing Orlando Mom’s Remains Discovered in Retention Pond
A decade-long missing persons case in Orange County, Florida, has reached a poignant, albeit heartbreaking, conclusion after human remains found in a retention pond near Kissimmee were confirmed to be those of Sandra Lemire. This discovery brings both a sense of closure and a renewed wave of sadness for her family and loved ones.
The Florida Highway Patrol, along with Orlando police, revealed that the remains, found inside a submerged van over the weekend, are indeed connected to Lemire's disappearance in May 2012. A crucial new lead led authorities to the site off Interstate 4, offering a breakthrough. . .