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Food Influencer Keith Lee Provides Aid to Gary, Indiana, Amidst Two-Week Power Outage

Food Influencer Keith Lee Provides Aid to Gary, Indiana, Amidst Two-Week Power Outage

Widely popular food influencer and philanthropist Keith Lee partnered with the Salvation Army and the city of Gary, Indiana, to provide large-scale relief efforts. This initiative comes after severe storms on August 11, including winds up to 100 mph and a derecho, left thousands of Gary residents without power for two weeks. Lee, a Detroit native residing in Texas, shifted his plans for a food tour and festival upon learning about the crisis in the historically underprivileged community. On Monday, he helped volunteers distribute 2,000 relief kits containing cleaning supplies, N95 masks, and trash bags, along with 1,000 sandwiches, chips, and drinks. Lee personally donated around $15,000, with Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton contributing an additional $15,000. The funds also supported numerous food trucks offering free meals at a festival-like event at Roosevelt High School.

Jeff's Bagel Run opening 11 locations in these 5 states this fall

Jeff's Bagel Run opening 11 locations in these 5 states this fall

The popular bagel chain Jeff's Bagel Run is expanding in five states. See where 11 new locations are coming.

'All we can do is pray.' Thousands without power nearly 2 weeks after Indiana storm

'All we can do is pray.' Thousands without power nearly 2 weeks after Indiana storm

Lingering outages after a derecho storm that left more than 350,000 customers in the dark in northern Indiana have residents feeling "under siege."

Tennessee commit David Gabriel Georges headlines 5-star performances from Week 1

Tennessee commit David Gabriel Georges headlines 5-star performances from Week 1

USA TODAY Sports takes a look at how the five-star prospects in the 2027 and 2028 classes performed to start the season.

Piggly Wiggly closures reported in multiple states. See where

Piggly Wiggly closures reported in multiple states. See where

Stores have already closed in seven states, including Alabama.

The Commercial Appeal

Tennessee Valley Authority OKs new roadmap for coming decades

Tennessee Valley Authority OKs new roadmap for coming decades

The Tennessee Valley Authority made several changes at its quarterly board meeting, and Jerri Green sponsored a medical debt relief initiative.

Nashville Tennessean

Tennessee needs a moratorium on new data centers | Opinion

Tennessee needs a moratorium on new data centers | Opinion

Tennessee communities are pushing for a moratorium on data centers to protect local water, power, and resources.

Thousands in Gary, Indiana, Endure 12 Days Without Power After Severe Storms

Thousands in Gary, Indiana, Endure 12 Days Without Power After Severe Storms

Residents of Gary, Indiana, are facing significant challenges as power outages persist for 12 days following severe storms that began on August 11, 2026. The storms caused widespread damage, leaving many without electricity and essential services. Reports indicate that residents are struggling to refrigerate medication, navigate dark streets, and care for vulnerable family members. Efforts to restore power have been slow, prompting calls for increased resources and federal assistance. The outages have also drawn attention to the growing impact of climate change on extreme weather events and infrastructure resilience. Organizations like World Central Kitchen have stepped in to provide food aid to affected residents. Local officials and utility companies are under pressure to expedite recovery efforts and address long-term vulnerabilities.

Indiana Governor Criticizes NIPSCO Over Prolonged Power Outages After Derecho

Indiana Governor Criticizes NIPSCO Over Prolonged Power Outages After Derecho

Northwest Indiana continues to grapple with widespread power outages nearly two weeks after a severe derecho struck the region on August 11, bringing winds of up to 110 mph. NIPSCO, the utility company responsible for restoring power, has reported that over 350,000 customers have had their electricity restored, but as of Sunday at 11 a.m., more than 21,000 residents remain without power. Governor Mike Braun has expressed frustration with NIPSCO's response, stating that the company has 'ample resources' but is failing to meet its obligations to residents. Restoration efforts are ongoing, with power expected to be restored in Munster by Monday night and in Gary and Portage by late Tuesday night. NIPSCO has described the storms as 'historic' and continues to work around the clock to repair damaged infrastructure.

Thousands in Northwest Indiana Face Extended Power Outages After Severe Storms

Thousands in Northwest Indiana Face Extended Power Outages After Severe Storms

Nearly two weeks after severe thunderstorms struck northwest Indiana on August 11, thousands of residents remain without power. As of Sunday, over 16,000 people in cities like Gary, Portage, and Munster are still waiting for electricity restoration, according to NPR. The storms caused significant damage to local power infrastructure, leading to prolonged outages. Civil rights advocates have criticized the response, highlighting racial disparities in aid distribution. The ACLU Indiana noted that Gary, a city with a 76% Black population, had nearly 25,000 customers without power eight days after the storm. Melody Birmingham, an executive vice president at NIPSCO's parent company, stated that the damage has made repairs particularly challenging.

Wastewater Discharge from Indiana Plant Contaminates Whitewater and Great Miami Rivers

Wastewater Discharge from Indiana Plant Contaminates Whitewater and Great Miami Rivers

Hamilton County Public Health has announced that a sewage discharge from a damaged treatment plant in Connersville, Indiana, is contaminating the Whitewater River and parts of the Great Miami River, rendering them unsafe for recreational activities. The health department issued a recommendation for the public to temporarily avoid contact with these rivers, particularly the Whitewater River and the Great Miami River south of their confluence, as a precautionary measure. The issue was brought to the attention of Hamilton County Public Health via an August 19 alert from the Ohio River Valley Water Sanitation Commission (ORSANCO). Connersville Mayor Chad Frank confirmed that the wastewater treatment plant suffered severe damage due to historic flooding in the city the previous week. Engineers and contractors are working to repair the facility, which is currently offline, and are still pumping water out of its sub-basement. An unknown quantity of untreated, raw sewage is actively being released into the Whitewa...