fbpx
Connect with us

News from the South - North Carolina News Feed

Protesters demand Kellogg remove artificial colors from Froot Loops and other cereals

Published

on

www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2024-10-16 13:01:12


SUMMARY: About a thousand protesters gathered outside Kellogg’s Michigan headquarters, demanding the removal of artificial dyes from U.S. cereals. Mothers expressed concern over feeding their healthy foods of chemicals. While Kellogg pledged nearly ten years ago to eliminate artificial colors in other countries, U.S. products like Froot Loops still contain dyes linked to potential behavioral issues in children. California recently banned such dyes in public school food. Despite criticisms, Kellogg maintains its products meet federal standards, and the FDA states most children do not experience adverse effects; however, critics argue the FDA’s criteria overlook possible neurological impacts.

Dozens of people rallied outside the Michigan headquarters of WK Kellogg Co. Tuesday, demanding that the company artificial dyes from its breakfast cereals in the U.S.

Story: https://abc11.com/post/protesters-demand-kellogg-remove-artificial-colors-froot-loops-other-cereals/15434147/
Watch: https://abc11.com/watch/live/11065013/
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ABC11/
X: https://twitter.com/ABC11_WTVD
TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@abc11_eyewitnessnews

Source

News from the South - North Carolina News Feed

Trump’s polling lead remains steady in North Carolina | North Carolina

Published

on

www.thecentersquare.com – By Elyse Apel | – 2024-10-16 14:27:00

SUMMARY: Recent polls show former leading Vice President Kamala Harris by 2% in North Carolina, maintaining a since mid-September. Trump has a 0.9% average polling lead in the , where he has historically outperformed pre-election polls. In recent surveys, 48% of respondents favor Trump to 46% for Harris. Additionally, 10% of 2020 Biden voters plan to switch to Trump, while only 6% of Trump voters intend to back Harris, indicating a 4% swing towards Trump. Democrats still view North Carolina as competitive, aiming to reclaim it since 2008.

Read the full article

The post Trump’s polling lead remains steady in North Carolina | North Carolina appeared first on www.thecentersquare.com

Continue Reading

News from the South - North Carolina News Feed

Audit: Ports Authority reports positive net change of $50.1M | North Carolina

Published

on

www.thecentersquare.com – By Alan Wooten | – 2024-10-16 08:24:00

SUMMARY: The North Carolina Ports Authority reported a positive net change of $50.1 million for fiscal year 2024, according to a state auditor’s analysis. The audit found no material weaknesses or compliance issues. The increase primarily resulted from $45 million in state capital appropriations, along with improved investment income. Key developments included investments in container operations, intermodal services, and expanded refrigeration, enhancing the Port of Wilmington. However, global disruptions, such as those affecting the Panama Canal and Suez Canal, negatively impacted container and terminal volumes. The fiscal 2025 budget anticipates a return to normal cargo volumes.

Read the full article

The post Audit: Ports Authority reports positive net change of $50.1M | North Carolina appeared first on www.thecentersquare.com

Continue Reading

News from the South - North Carolina News Feed

Cooper, FEMA blame misinformation for threats

Published

on

www.youtube.com – WRAL – 2024-10-15 20:10:02


SUMMARY: Governor Roy Cooper and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell addressed threats against FEMA workers in western North Carolina, attributing the incident to misinformation. A single credible threat led to a pause in operations, with 44-year-old William Parsons charged for threatening workers while armed. Both highlighted the negative impact of misinformation on aid applications and community safety, with Cooper condemning Lieutenant Governor Mark Robinson for contributing to the problem. Despite concerns, FEMA operations have resumed. In a positive , the North Carolina Forest Service is collaborating with McDowell County Emergency Services to build bridges for affected by severe .

Governor Roy Cooper said during a conference Tuesday that 92 people are still unaccounted for in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene killed hundreds across the southeast.

Source

Continue Reading

Trending