Potentially severe thunderstorms are expected to lash the New York City metro area later Thursday, bringing the threat of damaging straight-line wind and hail as we kick off one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.

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At least six cars were trapped when power poles fell during a dust storm in Las Vegas. No injuries were reported from the incident.

Residents and local businesses are still picking up the pieces from yesterday's dust storm and are now bracing for the return of triple-digit heat.

The Seattle Storm, and Climate Pledge Arena announced that a statue of WNBA legend Sue Bird will be unveiled outside the venue on August 17.