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US gasoline prices approach record August highs

13 clusters · 86 sources · last updated about 5 hours ago

Latest: Texas gas prices rise following Labor Day holiday

United States gasoline prices have experienced volatility linked to geopolitical tensions and crude oil market shifts. In mid-August, national prices trended upward to an average of approximately $4.07 per gallon, driven

Missouri redistricting and ballot initiative litigation

19 clusters · 154 sources · last updated about 19 hours ago

Latest: U.S. Supreme Court blocks Missouri's new congressional map

Following the August 4, 2026, primary, legal proceedings regarding Missouri’s redistricting and ballot initiatives have reached significant milestones. During the election, voters rejected Amendment 4, which would have t

Severe weather and flooding across North America

10 clusters · 55 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: AC/DC Toronto concert canceled due to stadium storm damage

The Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions have faced intensifying weather threats, characterized by multiple rounds of severe storms and flash flooding risks. In late August, flood watches were issued for New York City, New

Trump administration appeals block on USPS mail-in voting

24 clusters · 595 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: U.S. Appeals Court blocks Trump administration mail-in voting rules

Following the Supreme Court’s August 24, 2026, ruling to lift a lower-court injunction, the Trump administration has been permitted to proceed with parts of the “Ensuring Citizenship Verification and Integrity in Federal

Missouri foster mother child endangerment case

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Missouri foster mother sentenced for exchanging teenager for exotic monkey

Brenda Deutsch, a 70-year-old Missouri foster mother, was sentenced for child endangerment following an investigation into the exchange of a 17-year-old ward for an exotic monkey. Authorities determined that Deutsch se

Missouri traffic safety and legislation updates

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Missouri implements new public safety and infrastructure laws

Following warnings from the Missouri Highway Patrol regarding road safety risks for students, the state is implementing new traffic-related laws. Initial concerns focused on high fatality rates involving teen drivers a

Route 66 centennial travel and adoption tour

6 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Route 66 celebrates 100 years of history

As the 2026 centennial of Route 66 approaches, preparations continue for the official anniversary on November 11. Established in 1926, the ‘Mother Road’ spans approximately 2,448 miles from Chicago to Santa Monica, trave

Persistent heat waves and weather advisories in US

23 clusters · 58 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Alabama faces extreme heat with high indices and rising energy demand

By mid-August, extreme heat and high humidity returned to Alabama. On August 11, the National Weather Service in Birmingham issued a Heat Advisory for August 12, with heat index values projected between 101 and 107 degre

US federal disaster aid declarations

2 clusters · 43 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Missouri Supreme Court blocks new congressional map for November elections

President Donald Trump has issued several major disaster declarations to unlock FEMA assistance following severe weather and geological events in the United States. In early August, declarations were approved for Missou

Rising electricity costs and consumer affordability

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Rising electricity costs impact consumers in Dominican Republic and United States

Electricity affordability has emerged as a significant concern for consumers in the United States and the Dominican Republic. In the United States, a report from the Smart Energy Consumer Collaborative found that approxi

Missouri gubernatorial appointments and leadership changes

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Missouri Governor appoints Jake Buxton and Kurt Schaefer to state leadership roles

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has issued several appointments to state boards and leadership positions. In mid-August, the Governor announced eight appointments and reappointments to various state boards and commissions.

US serial killer per capita concentration rankings

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Montana ranks among top five U.S. states for serial killer concentration

An analysis of serial killer concentrations per capita across the United States identifies Wyoming as having the highest rate, with 13.59 individuals per one million residents. Other states appearing in the top rankings

Midwest and US severe weather July–August 2026

4 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: United States weather alerts: Tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings issued

By mid-August, severe weather risks continued to fluctuate across the central United States. In Nebraska, central and northeast regions faced a slight risk of isolated tornadoes, large hail, damaging winds, and localized

US severe weather persists, Fausto weakens near Hawaii

60 clusters · 162 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: United States experiences widespread severe storms and flooding

The multi‑day severe‑weather pattern that began on July 24‑25 remains active across the United States. In addition to ongoing heat warnings in the Upper Midwest and severe‑thunderstorm watches in the South, isolated thun

North American extreme heat and severe storm events

116 clusters · 571 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Midwest weather forecast predicts midweek storms and potential flooding

Following the extreme heat and flooding in early July 2026, a persistent pattern of severe weather and high temperatures continued through mid-August. In early August, a widespread pattern of thunderstorms impacted the M

Missouri primary elections

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Missouri 6th Congressional District primary results announced

In August 2026, Missouri held several Republican and Democratic primary elections. For Senate District 6, an open seat, six Republican candidates competed for the nomination, including Amber Buckles, Todd “Ike” Skelton,