Author: Annelyn Russ

Amylyx Pharmaceuticals Voluntarily Withdraws ALS Drug

'Relyvrio' is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with ALS. As of Thursday, it will no longer be available for new patients.

Amylyx Pharmaceuticals announced it has started the process of voluntarily pulling its ALS drug from the market. ‘Relyvrio’ is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with ALS. As of Thursday, it will no longer be available for new patients. Those who are currently on therapy who, in consultation with their physician, wish to stay on treatment can transition to…

FBI And L.A.P.D Investigating Largest Heist In City’s History

The burglars reportedly gained access to the building and entered the vault without setting off any alarms.

The FBI and Los Angeles Police Department are investigating one of the largest cash heists in the city’s history. The burglary occurred on the night of Easter Sunday at a storage facility in Sylmar, a suburban neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley. The facility is where cash from businesses across the region is handled and stored. It is suspected that…

President Biden Warns Israel’s Prime Minister After Death Of Aid Workers

This is the first time since the start of the war that the U.S. leader threatened to rethink his backing.

A phone call Thursday between President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu came with warnings. The call was prompted by the Israeli airstrikes that killed the seven food aid workers. President Biden issued a strong warning that future U.S. support for Israel’s Gaza war depends on the swift implementation of new steps to protect civilians and aid workers. Biden…

Israeli Military Dismisses Officers For Roles In Strike That Killed Aid Workers

The Israeli military said it dismissed the two officers and reprimanded three others for their roles in the drone strike, saying they had mishandled critical information and violated the army's rules of engagement.

The Israeli military announced that it dismissed two officers for their part in a recent strike. On Monday an IDF attack resulted in the death of seven aid workers on a food-delivery mission. Among those dead were foreigners who worked under the ‘World Central Kitchen.’ The organization has been assisting civilians in Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and…

17th Annual Wine And Food Festival Kicks Off In Florence

There are many events planned starting Thursday evening and ending on Saturday.

This weekend is the 17th annual Wine and Food Festival in Florence. The event features a wide variety of wines, foods and music. There are many events planned starting Thursday evening and ending on Saturday. The first event to take place is the Meat and Meander at the Waters Building and James Allen Plaza. That will be Thursday from 6:30-8:30pm….

Second Annual Project HeART Fundraiser

The non-profit is aiming to raise $100,000 through an art show silent auction at this year's event.

The second annual Project HeART fundraiser is set to take place this weekend. Sea Haven, is a non-profit group that hopes to build on the next phase of its mission which is a safe house for people between the ages of 18 and 24. The space sea haven currently has for its 18-24 year-olds is reportedly not suitable for someone…

Georgetown Police Install New Safe Exchange Zone

The zone aims to create a secure location where people of all parties feel safe during exchanges.

The Georgetown Police Department revealed a new exchange area in its parking lot. The safe exchange zone can be used for anyone in and around Georgetown to meet up for business, exchange internet purchases with strangers or even for parents to meet for child custody transfers. The area is located in front of the department’s Law Enforcement Complex on Highmarket…

Crews In Taiwan Still Search For Survivors Following Fatal Earthquake

The quake marked the strongest to hit the island in decades.

Rescue teams are still working to search through rubble for survivors after a 7.4-magnitude earthquake shook parts of Taiwan Wednesday. At least 10 deaths have been recorded and the number of people injured surpassed 1,000. Crews are working to reach over 600 people reportedly trapped and 42 remain missing. The full extent of the earthquake’s damage is still being assessed…

At Least Three Dead After Powerful Storms Surged Across Several States

Crews are working to assess damage and search and rescue missions are underway.

A powerful storm system Wednesday left at least three people dead and several others injured. The storms unleashed tornadoes that ripped through towns from the South to the Ohio Valley leaving behind severe damage. At least 16 tornadoes overall were reported across Illinois, Kentucky, Ohio, Alabama, Tennessee and Georgia. Winds reached over 100mph in several states. Two deaths were recorded…

Myrtle Beach Classic Announces Two Performances During Tournament

The Myrtle Beach Classic will take place at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club from May 9-12.

Myrtle Beach Classic ticket holders for two days of the event will have the opportunity to attend concerts. On May 9, the Swingin’ Medallions will be putting on a show for the crowds. The nine-piece rock band will start their concert at 6pm. Then on May 11, golf fans will be able to see Thompson Square. Their performance will also…