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CNN — Thunderstorms are developing across the South, opening the door to major flooding, wind and hail damage, and the possibility of tornadoes that could hit the region into Saturday. Flood warnings were in effect for much of Saturday across the South, including parts of Atlanta, as the storm focuses on the region. Here's how the threat will unfold over the next two days. Friday: Severe thunderstorms and flooding threat increases The threat of severe thunderstorms and major flooding extends from the southern Plains to the Southeast as the same storm that brought heavy thunderstorms and hail to parts of…

aArchitect Robert Gaskill built the house in a more traditional way, moving the earth until he was left with a flat piece of land on which to base his foundation. But when there is an opportunity to preserve natural land, he takes advantage of it, working within the contours and boundaries of the site so that the house is shaped to fit the site. “I have always viewed challenges as catalysts for creativity,” says Gaskill. “I think the best design approach is to let the elements influence what you want the home to be.” That's exactly what he's done in…

Photo provided by: Studio Lite PItsburg's historic homes are full of charm and detail, but sometimes lack the features that make them suitable for today's families. For one Shadyside couple, the unsteady layout of their 1920s Tudor home cut out the fun of whoever was cooking. “Everyone was laughing in the study and I was preparing in the kitchen,” says the wife, who asked not to be named along with her husband. She said, “The flow wasn't working, the functions weren't working. I felt left out.” The couple began imagining what it would be like to move their kitchen, located…

This year's National Kitchen & Bath Association Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), held in conjunction with the National Association of Home Builders' International Builders Show (IBS), was held in Las Vegas from February 27th to 29th. The exhibit area will be 450,000 net square feet with over 600 exhibitors. Just like last year, the show celebrates all things related to kitchen and bath design. But this year was a little different as it marked his 60th anniversary since the industry trade show was founded in 1964. Here's a closer look at some of our favorite products we've seen at…

houston CNN — Donald Trump has wasted little time making his mark on the Republican Party, just days after being nominated as the presidential candidate. At the Republican National Committee's spring meeting here Friday, committee members endorsed Trump's endorsed candidates, Michael Whatley, the North Carolina Republican Party chairman, and the former president's daughter-in-law, Lara Trump. He was recommended as the organization's new chairman and co-chairman. The two were selected to replace outgoing RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel and RNC Co-Chairman Drew McKissic. Neither faced a challenger on Friday. “I know how important this role is, and it's truly an honor to…

Former President Donald Trump posted more than $91 million in bail on Friday to appeal his decision. $83 million judgment against him in lawsuit brought by E. Jean CarrollCourt filings say she defamed the writer after accusing him of sexual abuse.Trump's lawyers notified a Manhattan federal court that he had posted $91.63 million bail, along with notifying him that he had appealed the sentence to the 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals. The bail payment amounted to 110% of the sentence against him and represented the amount he was required to provide to halt the execution of the sentence while he…

From the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York CNN — Former President Donald Trump has appealed the decision in the E. Jean Carroll defamation lawsuit and posted bail of $91.63 million. Trump's bail notice and appeal were filed Friday in federal court in New York. In January, a federal jury found that Trump denied raping Carroll, made disparaging comments that she wasn't his type, and accused Carroll of fabricating the allegations to boost sales for his book. Carroll was ordered to pay $83.3 million in damages. Insurance company Chubb underwrote the bond for Trump, which…

Pallet furniture may not be very comfortable. Pallet furniture may also contain debris. Body Af Video/Shutterstock Pallet furniture (minimalist pieces made primarily of wood) may seem creative and relaxing, but trendy lead interior designer Andra Delmonico says you should approach this trend with caution. he said.”On social media and photos, pallet wood furniture looks creative and comfortable, with large seating areas and plush pillows on top,” Delmonico said. “But in real life, these sofas and chairs are not so comfortable.”These products lack support because they don't contain springs like traditional furniture and many people buy pillows instead of seat cushions…

A man who became a public advocate for criminal justice reform after his release last year was arrested on murder charges Thursday after police said they found human body parts inside a New York City home.Sheldon Johnson, 48, was jailed without bail on Friday morning on charges including second-degree murder, according to online records from the New York City Department of Corrections.The relationship between the victim and Mr. Johnson was not immediately known, but New York City police identified the victim as 44-year-old Colin Small.New York City police told USA TODAY that Johnson also faces charges of manslaughter and weapons…

26 minutes agoStocks that make the biggest moves before the marketBelow are some of the companies that made headlines before the bell.Carvana — Shares rose more than 5% after RBC upgraded the stock to sector perform from underperform. The company cited reasonable valuations and favorable settings for unit acceleration. MongoDB — Shares fell more than 8% after the company released disappointing first-quarter and full-year guidance on Thursday. Meanwhile, MongoDB beat expectations in the fourth quarter. The database software maker posted adjusted earnings of 86 cents per share on revenue of $458 million. Analysts had expected earnings of 47 cents a…