Hurricane Ian dominated the news cycle for much of the week.The Category 4 storm became one of the strongest ever to hit the U.S. after hitting the island and eventually knocking Cuba out of power
As of Friday morning’s recording, the storm had killed at least six people in Florida and moved north to Charleston, South Carolina.
For historical context, let’s take a look at how the storm progressed over the course of a week.
By Tuesday morning, Ian had been upgraded to level 3. In the afternoon, concerns grew that the storm would continue to intensify. More than 1 million people in Cuba are without electricity.
Ian’s winds reached 155 mph on Wednesday morning, and the area near Tampa, Florida, was bracing for an immediate hit. By afternoon, the storm’s eyewall had reached Florida, and more than 2.5 million people had been told to evacuate.
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By Thursday morning, Ian had been downgraded to a tropical storm as the state dealt with damage. Meteorologists also warned that the storm could intensify again.
On Friday, Ian became a Category 1 storm again, moving north along the Atlantic coast.
There are several notable stories related to the Capitol riots in January. June 6, 2021. The trial of the founder of the Keeper of the Oath and four colleagues begins. In separate trials, one thug was sentenced to seven years in prison and another was found guilty. Gene Thomas, wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, spoke with the House committee investigating the day’s events.
In other national news, President Joe Biden had an awkward moment during a news conference. Sirhan Sirhan, who assassinated Robert F. Kennedy, demanded his release. A gun maker has been charged over the July 4th parade shooting. Virginia students protest transgender policies.
In science, health and technology news, NASA hits an asteroid. Pumpkin growers are adapting to changing conditions. Nightly newscasts are changing due to streaming habits. Teens are seeking birth control after Supreme Court abortion ruling.
In economic news, consumer confidence rose as gasoline prices fell. Fewer people filed for unemployment benefits. The White House wants airlines to show more details about ticket prices. Apple is shifting production of the iPhone, and Amazon is planning another Prime Day.
In international news, Russia annexed four regions of Ukraine on Friday. Edward Snowden was granted Russian citizenship. Patrol boats spotted Chinese and Russian navy ships off the coast of Alaska.
— Compiled and narrated by Terry Lipshetz for The Associated Press
