Stories from United States

Seattle City Light has launched a new 'Time of Use' electricity rate. This new rate structure aims to manage electricity consumption by varying prices based on the time of day. Details on the rate structure and eligibility are available on their website. The details of this new rate are not fully specified, but it is intended to impact how customers are charged for power. The new rate aims to encourage off-peak usage. Specific details of the new rate were not immediately disclosed.

A tornado warning has been issued for Brodhead, Wisconsin, and Juda, Wisconsin, effective until 11:30 AM CDT. A severe thunderstorm warning is also in effect for Gibson, Georgia, and Mitchell, Georgia, until 2:00 PM EDT. The warning indicates conditions conducive to tornado formation in these areas. The warning was issued by the NWS Peachtree City office. The warning is in effect until 2:30 PM CDT on May 23, 2026. The watch is in effect from 1:48 PM CDT until 6:00 PM CDT on May 23. Conditions are expected to be severe. The warning indicates conditions capable of producing damaging winds or hail. A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for the Jacksonville, Florida area. Residents should prepare for potential severe weather conditions. The storm is expected to produce winds up to 50 MPH and hail up to 0.50 inches.

A commuter has come forward to recount a brutal attack that occurred on a Big Blue Bus in Santa Monica. The incident was reported on May 23, 2026.

David Scott, a member of Congress, has died. The report from Newsweek indicates he passed away after the 2024 election.

A rookie player successfully sacked an opponent during the opening game of the season. Coaches decided to start the new player despite his limited experience. Further details on the player and the game were not immediately available. This play occurred early in the match, setting a tone for the competition.

The United States has implemented a new requirement for AI skills within the CyberCorps pipeline.

Senator Dick Durbin has fired Sheri Mecklenberg, former federal prosecutor, from her role as counsel to the Senate Judiciary Committee. The dismissal follows allegations of prosecutorial misconduct during grand jury proceedings.

California's attorney general announced a $12.75 million settlement with General Motors. The settlement resolves charges that the automaker sold Californians' location and driving data.

A drag bingo event in Tennessee is raising money for an LGBTQ+ non-profit. The event will also register people to vote and help verify voter registration status. The event aimed to support the organization's initiatives and community outreach programs. The event featured performances and bingo games, attracting a crowd. The event successfully generated donations for the cause. The specific amount raised was not disclosed. The source did not specify the amount raised or the name of the non-profit. The event combined entertainment with charitable giving.

A juvenile died in West Jordan early Saturday morning after a vehicle fled a traffic stop and crashed at an intersection. The incident occurred on Saturday. A pre-dawn traffic stop in West Jordan ended tragically when a fleeing car struck and killed a child.