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- 1Crime is falling sharply across the United States▼The great crime decline is happening all across the country
An Atlantic essay argues that a broad decline in crime is underway across the United States, not confined to a few big cities. Discussion is focusing on how widespread the drop is, what is driving it, and why public perceptions of safety have lagged behind the statistics.
- 2Over 70% of US Coastal Areas Are Sinking▼Over 70% of US Coastal Areas Are Sinking Faster Than 1 Millimeter a Year
A new study finds that more than 70% of coastal areas across the United States are subsiding at rates exceeding one millimeter per year. Land sinking compounds the threat of sea-level rise for cities along the Atlantic, Gulf and Pacific coasts, increasing flood risk to infrastructure, homes and wetlands. Researchers say the uneven subsidence means some communities face faster relative sea-level rise than global averages suggest.
- 3Powerful nor'easter slams Ocean City and East Coast▼Powerful nor'easter storm slams Ocean City, east coast
A powerful nor'easter storm is battering Ocean City, Maryland, and much of the US East Coast, bringing damaging winds, coastal flooding and heavy rain to coastal communities. WUSA9 reports on the storm's impact along the shore, with the system affecting a wide stretch of the Atlantic seaboard as residents brace for hazardous conditions.
- 4Ocean City warns of flooding and road closures from high tides●Ocean City warns of flooding, high winds as high tides prompt road closures
Ocean City, Maryland has issued warnings about flooding and high winds, with high tides forcing the closure of several roads. Officials are cautioning residents and visitors about hazardous conditions along the coastal resort town, particularly in areas prone to tidal flooding. Similar coastal flood warnings have been affecting communities along the mid-Atlantic coast during recent high tide cycles.
- 5Oceans Calling Festival cancelled ahead of Nor'easter in Ocean City▼Oceans Calling Festival cancels entire event ahead of Nor'easter's arrival in Ocean City
Organisers have cancelled the entire Oceans Calling Festival in Ocean City, Maryland, as a Nor'easter storm approaches the coast. The decision scrapped all performances and activities planned for the event. Fans and ticket holders are discussing refunds, travel plans and disappointment, while officials warned of hazardous weather conditions along the mid-Atlantic coastline over the coming days.
- 6Blatstein plans temporary event center at Atlantic City's Showboat●Bart Blatstein eyes temporary event center at Atlantic City’s Showboat
Philadelphia developer Bart Blatstein is considering opening a temporary event center at the Showboat property in Atlantic City as he looks for new ways to use the former casino complex. The proposal would bring concerts or large-scale events to the Boardwalk site while longer-term plans for the property are developed. The move fits Blatstein's broader push to redevelop the Showboat into a non-gaming attraction.