Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023

Today’s Headlines: Tropical Storm Hilary caused havoc in southern California, breaking rainfall records, flooding near Palm Springs, and disrupting power and emergency systems. Fortunately, there were no deaths or major damage reported. President Biden visited fire-ravaged Maui, urging fair treatment of affected residents. Donald Trump faces charges for election-related actions in Georgia, with a surrender date set and restrictions imposed. He also seeks a trial postponement for federal charges, but the Special Counsel objects. A Pediatrics study highlights a record surge in firearm deaths among U.S. children, particularly affecting boys and communities of color. In a tragic incident, a woman displaying a Pride flag was shot and killed in California. On a positive note, the FDA approves Abrysvo, the first vaccine for RSV, benefiting infants through maternal vaccination. Clinical trials demonstrate its efficacy against severe infant disease, offering hope against a leading cause of infant hospitalization. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: NY Times: Tropical Storm Hilary Los Angeles and San Diego Evaded Major Damage, Officials Say  NBC News: Now is ‘not the moment’ for developers to take Maui land: HUD deputy secretary WA Post: More than 800 people still listed as missing from Maui wildfires  CNN: Trump plans to turn himself in Thursday at Fulton County jail  NBC News: Pushing Trump's federal Jan. 6 case to 2026 would deny public a speedy trial, DOJ says Axios: Gun deaths among U.S. children hit a new record high NPR: Police ID man who killed a California woman over a Pride flag displayed at her shop NPR: Pfizer's RSV vaccine to protect babies gets greenlight from FDA  Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Amanda Duberman and Bridget Schwartz Edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices