New Jersey declares state of emergency as snow and ice move through the state

Acting Gov. Tahesha Way has declared a state of emergency for the entire state ahead of a major winter storm. The storm is expected to bring several inches of snow to the northern parts of the state. Icy conditions are expected throughout the state. PSE&G is reminding residents to stay alert as freezing rain and … Read more

US launches strikes against Islamic State in Nigeria

Jaroslav Lukivand Makuochi Okafor BBC One strike hit a field near a village in Sokoto state The US has launched strikes against militants linked to the Islamic State group (IS) in north-western Nigeria, where militants have sought to establish a foothold. Camps run by the group in Sokoto state were hit near the border with … Read more

What is ‘Somaliland’, the ‘independent state’ officially recognised by Israel?

Israel has formally recognised Somaliland as an “independent and sovereign state” and signed a deal to establish diplomatic ties between the two countries, the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Friday. Welcoming the “historic moment”, President of Somaliland Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi said it was the beginning of a “strategic partnership”. A man holds … Read more

Allstate raising homeowner insurance rates in Illinois, following State Farm

ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team Wednesday, December 24, 2025 3:47PM CHICAGO (WLS) — Allstate is raising home insurance rates in Illinois. The company says rates will increase by more than 8 percent come Feb. 24. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch Allstate is blaming severe weather events. Earlier this year, State Farm … Read more

‘We are now in the recovery phase.’ State of Emergency declared in several California counties after devastating storms

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Which California counties are under state of emergency? NWS forecast for weekend after deadly Christmas flooding

Catastrophic flooding across California during the Christmas holiday has left at least three people dead and forced hundreds of residents to evacuate, according to NBC News. Torrential rainfall triggered widespread flash flooding, inundating roads, homes, and low-lying communities across the state. Chairs and a table stand partially buried inside a damaged house, as heavy rains … Read more

New Jersey declares State of Emergency ahead of winter storm

TRENTON, N.J. (WPVI) — New Jersey has declared a State of Emergency ahead of a winter storm expected to hit the region Friday evening. The declaration went into effect at 1 p.m. for all 21 counties. “This storm will cause dangerous road conditions and impact holiday travel,” Acting Gov. Tahesha Way said. “We are urging … Read more

Former Ohio State football player mixing it up with Miami fans on social media

The Ohio State football team gets to play in the Cotton Bowl in a week. They have had plenty of time to prepare for this game, even before finding out that they will take on Miami. The Buckeyes were able to get a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff, unlike last season. Heading into … Read more