The Billion-Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters Database, which the Trump administration ”retired” in May, has relaunched outside of the government — and found the most expensive half-year on record.

Surface observations and satellite data indicate that the maximum sustained winds are near 50 mph with higher gusts. As the system remains nearly-stationary over very warm water, strengthening is expected. In fact, Melissa could become a major hurricane by early next week.

Tropical Storm Melissa is forecast to become a major hurricane within days. Although the exact track is uncertain, some models bring it close to Florida’s east coast.

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With the expansion Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire joining the WNBA next year, that left five openings for the 2026 season. On Oct. 17, the Fire hired Cleveland Cavaliers assistant Alex Sarama as their head coach.

Overall, expect Thursday and Friday to be wet, chilly, and windy. Today, rain will expand further south by mid/late morning. The rest of the area will see a few spotty showers, but nothing heavy or widespread.

The Miami Dolphins likely will be without Darren Waller when they face the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, leaving them with a collection of under-the-radar tight en

With the 2025 MLB postseason now behind us and the stage set for a World Series clash between the Dodgers and the Blue Jays, it’s worth looking back at a unique subplot from this October — the rookies and prospects who got their first taste of playoff baseball.