2012

Chattanooga Bakery has issued a recall on Peanut Butter Crunch due to potential health risks associated with the items. The source of the recall is the threat of a Salmonella Bredeney contamination, which has been confirmed in other peanut butter items available across 18 states.  At this time, however, none of the illnesses have been… read more

Many people, it seems, text while driving, even though they know that it is quite dangerous. A new study out of the University of Michigan shows that people naturally feel compelled to check and create text messages despite understanding the dangers of doing so while driving. People may not even realize how automatic the action… read more

Texting while driving doesn’t appear to be limited to operators of cars. In Chicago, a train driver was allegedly observed texting while operating a train, and the witness even caught the act on video. The Chicago Transit Authority reports that it has a zero tolerance policy for behaviors like this, citing the importance of train… read more

As part of a national campaign aimed at educating everyone about the dangers of texting while driving, a Florida high school in Tampa recently had 1,800 students sign a pledge never to engage in the dangerous practice. The Wharton High School PTSA led a four-month project to upgrade its driver education program by incorporating information… read more

Maine Natural Health has issued a recall on items containing Whey Protein Concentrate. These Whey Protein concentrate products lack proper labeling indicating that the items contain milk, shellfish, or nuts, depending on the individual item. Anyone with an allergy or sensitivity to any of these ingredients should not consume the affected products.  No allergic reaction… read more

Baton Rouge Magnet High School in Louisiana brought in a texting and driving simulator so that teenagers could experience what it is really like to try to send a text message and drive at the same time. Students quickly saw that multitasking could cause automobile accidents involving other cars, pedestrians, and more. Law enforcement officials… read more

Now that fall is finally here, people from across the country are no doubt going to be turning their attention toward getting their residence ready for winter.  Whether this takes the form of clearing the yard or gutters of leaves or trimming the branches on trees, many people are going to be using electric equipment… read more

A tragedy was avoided in Lubbock, Texas thanks to the efforts of a police officer who had just enough time to push a potential victim out of the way of danger. The entire thing was caught on video, and the released footage shows a harrowing scene.  In it, a young woman is having a discussion… read more

Fresh Express Incorporated has put out a recall for Leafy Green Romaine Salad in a nine ounce package that has an expiration date of September 16.  Affected versions of the product were available in Eastern and Midwestern states. Even though the leafy green salad is expired and shouldn’t be on shelves, consumers could still have… read more

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome remains a problem across the country. While no one knows what causes it, there are certain measures that a parent can take to ward off tragedy. The Alabama Baby Coalition advises parents to make sure that they always put the baby to bed on their back in their own sleeping surface…. read more

In Londonderry, New Hampshire, certified child safety seat inspectors recently provided relevant safety information to parents. At the Family Safety Day, ten inspectors teamed up with local fire and police officials, as well as the Moose Hill School PTA, to promote safety in the area. A spokesperson for the state’s Safe Kids program stated that… read more

Traffic collisions involving pedestrians have increased 57% at Cal State Northridge, prompting police officers in the area to hold an operation intended to reduce these numbers. The enforcement effort will take place this morning.  Police have reminded pedestrians to pay attention to traffic signals and make eye contact with drivers, as doing so can go… read more