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Cult-favorite drink finally returns to store shelves after monthslong shortage

September 30, 2026

Cult-favorite drink finally returns to store shelves after monthslong shortage

H-E-B confirms Topo Chico mineral water is slowly returning to store shelves in limited quantities after a monthslong shortage tied to facility upgrades.

Lawsuits cost every American household thousands of dollars. Supreme Court can help

September 24, 2026

Lawsuits cost every American household thousands of dollars. Supreme Court can help

Supreme Court's October docket tackles climate lawsuits, digital privacy and retirement plan claims as U.S. tort costs approach $1 trillion by 2030.

Strange rock catches scientist's eye during creek search, leading to rare discovery

September 19, 2026

Strange rock catches scientist's eye during creek search, leading to rare discovery

An Ice Age Pacific mastodon molar in immaculate condition was found in a San Mateo County creek, and scientists say the rest of the skeleton may still be buried there.

Foreign hackers breach two more US water utilities, threaten safety of Colorado residents

September 18, 2026

Foreign hackers breach two more US water utilities, threaten safety of Colorado residents

Foreign hackers breached two Colorado water utilities, altering pumping cycles and disabling alarms before operators regained control of systems.

Fourth Florida resident dies after contracting flesh-eating bacteria commonly linked to oysters

September 16, 2026

Fourth Florida resident dies after contracting flesh-eating bacteria commonly linked to oysters

Florida reports fourth Vibrio vulnificus death in 2026 as health officials warn about raw oysters, contaminated water and severe infections.

Island getaway hit with urgent warning as hurricane damage leaves travelers without power

September 15, 2026

Island getaway hit with urgent warning as hurricane damage leaves travelers without power

Derek Kawakami, mayor of Kaua'i, says the Hawaiian island is still digging itself out of the mud after Hurricane Lowell and discourages tourists from visiting.

Coastal town revolts after $9.5M upgrade walls off beloved ocean views: 'You can't see the sea'

September 12, 2026

Coastal town revolts after $9.5M upgrade walls off beloved ocean views: 'You can't see the sea'

A California state agency agreed to modify a tall new fence in Fort Bragg after residents said it blocks their beloved ocean views of Noyo Headlands.

Popular beach town cracks down on risky behavior as violators face fines, jail time

September 10, 2026

Popular beach town cracks down on risky behavior as violators face fines, jail time

With fines of up to $500 as the city targets litter and wildlife, Indian Rocks Beach in Florida approved an immediate smoking and vaping ban on its public beaches.

Mamdani drops massive 9/11 records trove as old claims about Ground Zero come under fire

September 8, 2026

Mamdani drops massive 9/11 records trove as old claims about Ground Zero come under fire

Over 170,000 pages released by Mayor Zohran Mamdani reveal internal memos questioning whether Ground Zero air was safe after the 9/11 attacks.

How a booming coastal escape learned to coexist with the ocean’s top predator

September 6, 2026

How a booming coastal escape learned to coexist with the ocean’s top predator

Cape Cod's tourism economy surged to nearly $2.8 billion as great white sharks fuel a booming ecotourism industry with charter trips and citizen science.