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USA Today
3 days ago
- General
- USA Today
Bans on this landscaping tool are spreading around the US: See where
Bans on this landscaping tool are spreading around the US: See where Show Caption Hide Caption Home maintenance: Get gutters ready for winter Maintain your gutters with these easy steps. ProblemSolved, USA TODAY Gas-powered leaf blowers have been around since the early 1970s, but over time, the lawn care device has received criticism from angry neighbors and eco-conscious lawmakers, some of whom have issued bans citing pollution, noise and health risk concerns. From the state of California to the District of Columbia, bans against the sale of gas-powered leaf blowers continue to pile up. In Washington, D.C., under the Leaf Blower Regulation Amendment Act of 2018, companies or individuals who use gasoline-powered leaf blowers are subject to fines of up to $500 for each offense. In California, lawmakers passed AB1346, which banned the sale of gas-powered leaf blowers and weed whackers by July 1, 2024. While bans on the sale and use of gas-powered leaf blowers and lawn equipment have been applauded by some, the policies also sparked backlash, with states like Texas and Florida prohibiting the outright ban on these devices to protect oil and gas industries. Where are gas-powered leaf blowers banned or restricted? According to the Public Interest Research Group, an advocacy organization, the following states or cities have either banned or restricted gas-powered leaf blowers and lawn equipment: Cities, states create incentive programs for using electric lawn equipment The desire to transition away from gas-powered lawn equipment is growing, with cities like Dallas, Austin, and Louisville, Kentucky, offering rebates for purchasing electric lawn equipment at select locations. Some states do this as well, including Indiana, Massachusetts, Nebraska and Wyoming. "Transitioning to battery-powered landscaping equipment is a more sustainable alternative that would move us closer to meeting climate action goals and reduce harmful health effects," San Diegans for Sustainable, Equitable & Quiet Equipment in Landscaping, a California-based group, has said, USA TODAY previously reported. Home improvement retail giants Home Depot and Lowe's have also decreased their inventory of gas-powered lawn equipment in favor of other options, according to the Public Interest Research Group. Jonathan Limehouse covers breaking and trending news for USA TODAY. Reach him at JLimehouse@
USA Today
3 days ago
- USA Today
19-year-old woman arrested after shooting leaves 2 injured at Michigan mall
19-year-old woman arrested after shooting leaves 2 injured at Michigan mall Meridian Mall has since reopened for business following the shooting, local police said. Show Caption Hide Caption Two injured after mall shooting in Little Rock, Arkansas, police say A shooting at the Park Plaza Mall in Little Rock, Arkansas left two people injured, police say. A 19-year-old woman was arrested in connection with a shooting at a mall in Michigan that injured two people, according to police. The Meridian Township Police Department said the shooting occurred on Friday, May 30, at the Meridian Mall in Okemos, around 7 miles from Lansing. Officers responded to the area after receiving reports of gunfire in the parking lot near Dick's Sporting Goods. Those involved fled the area before the police arrived, according to the department. Two people suffered gunshot wounds as a result of the incident, the department said. Officers later identified and interviewed the involved individuals at a local hospital. Following the interviews, officers took the 19-year-old woman from Lansing into custody, police said. Police did not share what possible charges the unidentified woman could face. The conditions of the two injured individuals are unclear. USA TODAY contacted Meridian Township police on May 31 but has not received a response. Meridian Township police searching for vehicles involved in shooting Now the police are asking for the public's assistance in finding the vehicles believed to be involved in the shooting, including a burgundy sedan, possibly a Chrysler 300 or Toyota Camry with dark-tinted windows and dark colored rims, and a black sedan, possibly a Chevy Malibu with tinted windows. Once police secured the area, they said, "There is no threat to the public at this time." The mall has also since reopened for business, according to the department. Police said the investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information regarding this incident can call the Meridian Township Police Department at 517-853-4800. Jonathan Limehouse covers breaking and trending news for USA TODAY. Reach him at JLimehouse@
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Volkswagen recalls over 170,000 vehicles. See impacted models
Volkswagen Group of America has recalled over 170,000 vehicles due to a software error that may affect certain models' rearview cameras, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The Reston, Virginia-headquartered carmaker, which is a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group of automobile companies of Germany, said the recall issued on May 22 impacts certain 2024-2025 Atlas Cross Sport and Atlas vehicles. The software error could cause the review camera image to become distorted when the car is in reverse, the NHTSA says. Due to this, the vehicles fail to comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety requirements, the government agency said. "A distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash," according to the NHTSA. The Volkswagen models impacted by the recall include: Volkswagen Atlas 2024-25 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 2024-25 The NHTSA said dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters should be mailed by July 18, according to the government agency. Owners can also contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91SB. Jonathan Limehouse covers breaking and trending news for USA TODAY. Reach him at JLimehouse@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Volkswagen recalls more than 170k Atlas vehicles over software error
USA Today
6 days ago
- USA Today
Man wanted by police after opening door naked to DoorDash driver
Man wanted by police after opening door naked to DoorDash driver When Harris County sheriff's deputies went to the man's apartment, they knocked on his door for several minutes, but no one answered, court documents say. Show Caption Hide Caption Customers who don't tip may have to wait longer for their orders Doordash announced it will begin to test warning customers who don't usually tip: you may be waiting longer to get your food. Straight Arrow News A Houston man is wanted by police after he allegedly opened the door for a DoorDash delivery driver while completely nude, according to court documents. The 53-year-old was charged with indecent exposure after the incident, a complaint obtained by USA TODAY says, which occurred around 1:56 p.m. CT on May 19. The DoorDash driver told a responding Harris County sheriff deputy on the day of the incident that she was delivering the man a 24-pack of Budweiser beer, the complaint says. When the driver arrived at the address for the delivery order, she recalled walking to the apartment when she noticed the door was halfway open, the court document continued. When the driver knocked on the door, a 210-pound male with long hair opened the door "fully naked," the complaint reads. The woman told the deputy she "felt really uncomfortable and was in shock" due to the man's privates being visible to her, according to the court document. The DoorDash driver told the man to put on some clothes, but the man ignored her for a couple of seconds and stood by the door naked while giggling, the complaint says. The delivery driver then told him again to "put some (expletive) clothes on," and that's when the man went inside his apartment and left her standing at the front door, the court document continued. DoorDash delivery driver noticed man following her Instead of staying at the door for the man to possibly return, the delivery driver told the responding deputy that she decided to leave and call DoorDash to report the incident from her vehicle, according to the complaint. Upon walking back to her car, the delivery driver said she noticed the man following her wearing red shorts, a gray t-shirt and a hat, the charging complaint says. Once in her car, the driver said she saw the man walk in the opposite direction from her. The delivery driver then went to the man's apartment's leasing office to report him and call 911, the complaint reads. The leasing office told the woman that they had several incidents with the man in the past, but they did not expound on what type of incidents, the court document states. When Harris County sheriff's deputies went to the man's apartment, they knocked on his door for several minutes, but no one answered, the complaint says. As of May 28, the man is still not in custody, court records show. USA TODAY contacted DoorDash on May 28, and a spokesperson said they are working on a statement. Jonathan Limehouse covers breaking and trending news for USA TODAY. Reach him at JLimehouse@
USA Today
16-05-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Maker of Halo Top, Blue Bunny recalls over 17,000 tubs of ice cream: See affected products
Maker of Halo Top, Blue Bunny recalls over 17,000 tubs of ice cream: See affected products Show Caption Hide Caption Tips to help manage food recalls and prevent foodborne illnesses About 128,000 are hospitalized and 3,000 people die each year from preventable foodborne illnesses. Payton, USA TODAY Over 17,000 tubs of ice cream products that include several popular brands like Blue Bunny have been voluntarily recalled due to the possible presence of plastic, the Food and Drug Administration announced. The recall was initially initiated on April 25, and it affects Wells Enterprises-manufactured ice cream products to 103 facilities in the U.S. Wells Enterprises, based in Le Mars, Iowa, owns popular brands including Blue Bunny, Halo Top, Bomb Pop and Blue Ribbon Classics. The FDA classified the recall, which affects 3-gallon ice cream products from the manufacturer, as Class II, meaning the use of or exposure to the product "may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences." The tubs of ice cream include varying flavors, with the largest being more than 5,280 tubs of Vanilla Frozen Yogurt. "Foreign material (plastic) may be present in ice cream product," the recall says. Which Wells Enterprises ice cream products were recalled? All affected ice cream products contain an expiration date ranging between March and October 2026. The recalled items include: What are the potential dangers of consuming plastics? According to the United Nations Development Programme, the consumption of microplastics has been linked to serious health issues, such as endocrine disruption, weight gain, insulin resistance, decreased reproductive health and cancer. Although the potential dangers of consuming microplastics is apparent, World Health Organization analysis on current research related to microplastics identified that there is currently limited evidence to indicate that microplastics are causing significant adverse health impacts on humans. Jonathan Limehouse covers breaking and trending news for USA TODAY. Reach him at JLimehouse@
