Hurricane Lowell is a category 2 hurricane that is currently impacting the western islands of Hawaii, which has brought upon the state's first ever tornado watch. It occurred on September 7th and 8th of 2026 and the island is still dealing with the destruction of it. Hurricane Lowell has caused 21 inches of rainfall that led to flash floods across Hawaii’s islands Niihau and Kahui. The local government has sent crews to the whole island to assess the situation. During the ass

On September 20, 2026, President Donald Trump made a post on his Truth social media platform that involved his plans to add a Triumphal Arch to the Washington D.C area. The proposed arch will be located on the Potomac and will be approximately 250-feet tall. President Donald Trump has said that he wants to build this triumphal arch specifically to store a large number of drones, snipers, a large quantity of sniper ammunition. Many veterans and historians don’t approve of this

Due to the El Niños weather this year, there have been rare whale shark sightings off of the coast of southern California. Recently, a pilot flying between Malibu and Santa Barbra recorded a singular whale shark swimming through the waters. As Carl Sbarounis stated to KTLA, “A friend of mine found this whale shark while he was out scouting, and I was nearby, so I went over and grabbed my camera and, with my airplane, flew circles around the shark." Now, as of September 14, a

Earthquake drills are an important way for students and staff to prepare for one. Since earthquakes are unpredictable, knowing what to do will help keep everyone safe. During an earthquake drill, students practice steps everyone should follow if a real earthquake occurs. The most common steps are drop, cover, and hold on. Students should drop to the ground, take cover under a desk, table, or door frame, and hold on until the shaking stops. Earthquake drills also help students

Across Southern California weather reports show an unconventional high. On Wednesday, September 9th, Southern California hit a high of around 106 degrees. This extremely high weather came along with the humidity that originated from remnants of Hurricane Marie. Hurricane Marie did not hit California directly, however, it did still impact much of the region. The effects were not just the egregious humidity, but also insane shoreline conditions. A great deal of it brought in ha

Recently, Converse released an Instagram ad featuring famous K-pop singer Karina following intense public backlash over imagery that allegedly referred to the Ku Klux Klan. The controversy erupted quickly after viewers noticed a specific frame with Karina standing in the dark, eerie lighting with a long white skirt, holding a pair of black Converse in her hand, as well as a frame of a man holding up a pair of black shoes tied to a tree while on a ladder. Viewers report that t

A weather anomaly known as El Niño is developing gradually in California. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, El Niño tends to recur every two to seven years and lasts between nine and twelve months. As the anomaly intensified, Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency for California. CNN reported that El Niño has already raised sea levels, citing concerns about potential coastal flooding across California The current El Niño cycle began

This past Sunday, September 13, 2026, President Donald Trump made a post on his Truth social media where he is dismissing the concerns of AI industry insiders. As this issue grows concerning for American citizens, President Donald Trump said that all AI concerns are a hoax. In his post he specifically said that “The only control or 'guardrails' that AI needs is a STRONG AND SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT, and the U.S.A. has that, in spades”. He also mentions that his administrat

This past Tuesday, September 23, 2026, the United Nations 81st assembly took place in New York City. This assembly began on September 22, 2026 and will conclude September 28, 2026. It is estimated that nearly 130 world leaders will be attending the 81st U.N assembly. In addition, in this assembly topics like wars (Middle East and Ukraine), artificial intelligence governance, climate action, and sustainable development goals will all be addressed. The importance of this assemb

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art officially opened to the public on September 22nd, 2026, in Los Angeles. It was founded by George Lucas and his wife, Mellody Hobson. The museum has been in the works for about 17 years. The building itself is pretty hard to miss, with a huge, curved design that almost looks like the Naboo Royal Starship! It has more than 30 galleries, so there is a lot for people to see. The museum focuses on how people have used pictures and other forms o

Around the world, Donald Trump is known for his blonde hair. In the past few days, though, Trump has decided to change his look to a dark brunette. The new look is quite interesting. He was spotted at Morristown Municipal Airport in New Jersey; after getting off of his flight, his new hair was visible. This change has caused quite a buzz on the internet, with users questioning why he made the decision. Donald Trump's hair is no new headline; his hair has always been a topic

There has been lots of chatter about the Lindsay Clancy case, and there are many recent updates. If you are not already familiar with the case, Lindsay Clancy is currently on trial for alleged homicides of her three daughters. On September 4, 2026, a hung jury was declared, leading the juror to extend protection. This extension was granted because jurors were not able to reach a unanimous verdict. The case ultimately ended in a mistrial after eleven jurors voted that Clancy w

An internet trend using the term “Kirkiversary” has made the rounds online recently. What does this term mean? Where does it come from? “Kirkiversary” is a blend of “Kirk” and “anniversary.” “Kirk” refers to Charlie Kirk, an American conservative commentator who died from a gunshot wound to the neck on Sept. 10, 2025. Following his death, a viral meme called “Kirkification” arose, which involves using AI deepfakes to place Kirk’s face onto other people. Countless celebrities

A 24-foot-tall statue named Blue was removed from the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on Sept. 2. The stick-figure sculpture, depicted in a mid-kick pose, was designed and created by Joel Shapiro in 2019. Shapiro had previously described the structure as a “celebration of possibility” focused on “action and risk and performance energy,” as underlined by PBS and NPR. Witnesses observed as cranes dismantled the statue. CNN reported that the removal was part of a

On the morning of September 11, 2001, four airplanes were hijacked after taking a flight from the East Coast toward the West Coast. All four were hijacked. The Miller Center states that the first plane, Flight 11, contained “76 passengers, 11 crew members, and 5 hijackers on board.” At approximately 8:46 a.m., Flight 11 crashed into the World Trade Center (WTC) North Tower, killing everyone on board and trapping innocent lives in the upper stories of the building. The second

On Saturday, August 15, 2026, at approximately 3:30am, there was a street takeover at the intersection of Bellflower Boulevard and Somerset Boulevard. There were over 100 vehicles taking over the streets and hundreds of spectators. One business that was heavily affected by this event was the A-Z market. Dozens of masked looters were captured on surveillance cameras as they used an electric saw to break through the shop's locks. The looters caused the family-owned business app

On August 27th, President Donald Trump issued an executive order to rename Lake Ontario to “Lake America” on every map, or most notably, Apple Maps. Coincidentally, this change was made during an ongoing trade dispute between America and Canada, which has turned into an all-out trade war, as stated by The Hill. The change affects all U.S. users, but users in Canada are still able to see the original name. Many feel that changing the name of a lake is the least of America’s

Suicide is a leading cause of death across the country. Suicide has taken nearly 49,000 lives in the United states in the past few years. Suicide Prevention Month, observed in September, is a time dedicated to raising awareness about suicide prevention, helping those struggling with mental health issues, and sharing resources to provide aid. Originally starting in 1999, the United States Surgeon General released the concept as a "Call to Action to Prevent Suicide.” This evolv

Labor Day is celebrated on the first Monday of September every year since it officially became a federal holiday on June 28, 1884. According to the U.S Department of Labor, “Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers.” It all started as an activist movement pushing to be recognized for their contributions to America as a society. This holiday is attributed to two men, since there is no certainty of who came up with the idea

Tim Curry is a well-known English actor, singer, and voice actor who became famous for his roles in movies, television, and theater. He began his career on the London stage in the late 1960s after studying English and drama at the University of Birmingham. On August 25, 2026, Tim Curry passed away in his home in Los Angeles, California at the age of 80. He became a major part of pop culture with his role as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Show and its 1975 film adapta