Identity & Community
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Salata Jalapeño Avocado Dressing recalled in Texas over Salmonella risk
Salata Dressings LLC recalls 12-ounce bottles of Jalapeño Avocado Dressing sold at Texas HEB stores. The FDA warns of possible Salmonella co
Los Angeles County on alert as rabid bat cases hit record high
Los Angeles County has confirmed 69 rabid bats this year, matching a record set in 2025. Most cases are in the Santa Clarita Valley, and a t
Rattlesnakes share Florida and Texas beaches: what to know before you go
Rattlesnakes are common in coastal dunes and grasslands from Florida to Texas. Knowing where they hide and how to react can keep your beach
Florida reports fifth Vibrio vulnificus death this year, health officials urge caution
Florida has confirmed its fifth Vibrio vulnificus death this year, in Pinellas County. The bacteria can infect through raw shellfish or open
California SNAP: October payment dates by case number
California SNAP recipients can check their October payment date using their case number. Payments run from October 1 to 10 based on the last
New TSA scanners may force you to check your carry-on and pay extra
TSA's new 3D scanners have smaller openings that may reject carry-ons over 22x14x9 inches. Travelers could face unexpected gate-check fees.
Shark swims through flooded New Jersey streets after nor'easter
A shark was filmed swimming through flooded residential streets in Surf City, New Jersey, after a powerful nor'easter. Marine experts identi
Florida holds $3B in unclaimed money: how to find yours for free
One in five Floridians may have unclaimed money or property. The state holds over $3 billion in forgotten assets. Search for free on the off
Rethinking Inheritance: Why Giving Early May Be the Smartest Legacy Move
Financial experts suggest giving assets to children during your lifetime, not at death, to maximize impact. Learn about gift tax limits, Med
Sugar recall expands to Texas and seven other states over wheat allergen risk
Nearly 1.7 million pounds of light brown and powdered sugar are being recalled across Texas and seven other states. The FDA warns of undecla
South Florida's king tides flood streets, and more are coming
King tides and heavy rain submerged streets across Broward and Miami-Dade, closing A1A and flooding Miami Beach. Port Everglades recorded it
Fall staycations in NYC: AARP's guide to enjoying the city on a budget
AARP's fall staycation campaign offers New Yorkers budget-friendly ways to explore the city's cultural treasures. From Queens Botanical Gard