As Labor Day weekend nears, the Red Cross of Utah and the National Safety Council are urging drivers to prepare their vehicles. From routine maintenance to emergency planning, these organizations emphasize practical steps that can help ensure smoother, safer road trips.

As the 2025-26 school year gets underway in Indianola, the local police department is urging drivers to remain vigilant and slow down. Their annual “Slow Down! School’s Back in Session” campaign seeks to protect students traveling to and from school.

A routine clinic visit took a shocking turn for a woman using a wheelchair when she was locked inside the Hanger Clinic in Atlanta after staff closed for the day. Alone for hours, she had to crawl to an outlet to charge her phone and call for help.

A mild 2.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Idyllwild, California, on August 24. While the quake was small, it highlights the importance of being prepared for unexpected tremors, especially for those traveling through the region.

A brave survivor is sharing her story to warn students about online predators. Hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters Miami at the start of the school year, the panel offered a stark reminder that traffickers increasingly use social media to find victims.

A growing trend in mushroom “microdosing” has sparked a rise in poison control center calls and emergency room visits. As more consumers embrace mushrooms—both hallucinogenic and non-hallucinogenic—the popularity of these products is raising questions about safety and effectiveness.

Crowded beaches and balmy sunshine aren’t the only things heading to Massachusetts this weekend. Officials warn of dangerous rip tides and urge all swimmers to exercise caution in the water.

A Framingham mother’s routine walk turned into a life-altering event when she and her baby daughter were hit in a crosswalk. Now, she is speaking out about her struggle to work and care for her family.

A South Lake Tahoe resident has recovered from a rare plague infection reportedly contracted through a flea bite during a camping trip. Health officials are reminding everyone to take basic precautions against rodent and flea exposure to prevent future cases.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning about potential Cesium-137 contamination in some packages of Great Value frozen shrimp sold at Walmart. The agency’s alert urges consumers to stay tuned for additional guidance while it assesses the scope of the risk.

As students sharpen pencils and pack backpacks, Springfield officials are sharpening their disaster plans. Back2School Safety Month now urges every classroom to prepare for severe weather, blackouts, lost phone lines, or even violence before the first bell rings.

Despite unclear evidence and guidelines advising against it, fundal pressure continues to be used in many maternity clinics. A recent study reveals how communication significantly shapes women’s experiences of this controversial practice during childbirth.

Central Indiana is set to experience a dangerous heat wave starting Wednesday, with muggier air and high heat indices posing serious risks in the coming days. Residents are advised to prepare for oppressive conditions that may impact health and safety.

After her husband was tragically killed in an MRI accident, Adrienne Jones-McAllister shares her heartbreaking story of loss and the harrowing details of that fateful day.

As COVID-19 cases begin to rise again in Hawaii, health officials are calling on the public to remain vigilant to prevent further spread of the virus. The resurgence has prompted a renewed emphasis on caution among residents and visitors alike.

Recent reports have raised concerns about a potential link between commonly used medications and an increased risk of dementia. Antacids, in particular, have been highlighted as possible contributors to cognitive decline. Health experts are urging the public to be cautious and informed about the medications they use.

Severe flash floods have struck Washington D.C., Central Maryland, and Iowa, leading to widespread travel disruptions. Here’s what you need to know about the government’s response and how to stay safe.

In a critical legal battle, Planned Parenthood is striving to prevent Medicaid funding cuts to its abortion providers, asserting that such reductions will adversely affect vulnerable populations with limited healthcare options.

Search teams are intensifying efforts to locate a 79-year-old Florida man who disappeared from Mount Washington’s summit after a Cog Railway trip.

A sudden boat fire on Deep Creek Lake resulted in minor injuries to two individuals, while a third person jumped overboard to escape the flames. The incident occurred Tuesday near the 1700 block of Paradise Point Road in Oakland, Maryland.

A devastating fire at Gabriel House in Fall River, Massachusetts, claimed nine lives and injured dozens more, prompting critical questions about emergency response and facility safety. As investigations continue, the community rallies to support those affected by the tragedy.