Louisiana declares disaster as crawfish shortage hits hard

Amid a crawfish shortage in Louisiana, the nation’s top producer of the crustaceans that are a staple in Gulf Coast seafood boils, Gov. Jeff Landry issued a disaster declaration for the impacted industry Wednesday.

Plane crash in Nashville along I-40 kills all 5 people on board

A plane crash in Nashville, Tennessee, killed all five people on board, authorities said. The plane crashed along I-40, bursting into flames.

American Airlines orders 260 new planes, including Boeing Max jets

American Airlines purchased 260 planes – including a significant number of Boeing's largest 737 Max airplane – in an effort to boost its domestic and short-haul international network and expand its first-class seating. 

Soft drink company hiring two 'soda consultants' to travel across America for $40K

If you're tech-savvy and love to travel, you might be a great contender for a dream role with a beverage brand that's hiring a "senior soda consultant" to embark on an American adventure.

Krispy Kreme to offer free doughnuts on Super Tuesday

Krispy Kreme is enticing Americans to participate in Super Tuesday with their "Doughmocracy" initiative, offering two free glazed doughnuts to customers nationwide.

JetBlue, Spirit agree to terminate merger over regulatory issues

Low-cost carriers JetBlue and Spirit agreed to terminate their $3.8 billion merger agreement after facing significant regulatory and legal hurdles. 

GM pickup recall: Drivers warned of tailgate issue impacting 820,000 trucks

GM is recalling 820,000 pickup trucks in North America because the tailgates could unlatch and unexpectedly open. Here’s what vehicles are under recall.

Legally blind student defies odds, gets accepted into veterinarian school

A Texas student defied expectations by gaining acceptance into the Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine. Born prematurely with limited vision, Faith Snapp sees her blindness not as a barrier but as a challenge to overcome.

195th Philadelphia Flower Show opens
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The nation's largest horticulture event, the Philadelphia Flower Show, opened Saturday, with massive displays of flowers.