Collierville, TN

Berrien County, MI

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Daily Coffee Press

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is conducting an investigation into an officer-involved shooting that occurred in Berrien County. According to GBI officials, a preliminary investigation revealed that a Georgia State Patrol (GSP) Trooper initiated a traffic stop for speeding involving 53-year-old Roy Kyle Mathis, a resident of Berrien County. Mathis reportedly refused to stop, leading to a pursuit. During the chase, the Trooper performed a Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT) maneuver, after which they attempted to remove Mathis from his vehicle.

Officer-Involved Shooting Under Investigation Following High-Speed Chase in Berrien County

Coffee County, GA

A 19-year-old was recently arrested for allegedly breaking a car window, according to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report. The report states that on August 8, a 46-year-old man contacted an official with the CCSO to report an incident of criminal damage to property that occurred in April.

19-Year-Old Arrested for in Coffee County for Allegedly Busting Out Car Window

Columbus, OH

The Lantern

One man is dead after a five-hour standoff with police Sunday morning near Ohio State’s South campus. Credit: Lantern File Photo. One man is dead after an over-five-hour-long barricade standoff with the Columbus Division of Police Sunday morning.

One dead after five-hour standoff with police in the University District Sunday morning

On August 18, 2024, at approximately 8:07 p.m., deputies from the Coffee County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of an assault at 1974 Palmetto Road. While en route, dispatch informed officers that one of the suspects was discharging a firearm.

Coffee County Man Arrested After Allegedly Hitting Deputy and More

Aurora, CO

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David Heitz

The Aurora City Council at its study session Monday advanced a proposal by council member Stephanie Hancock to impound vehicles that are not registered and insured and driven by someone with a license.

Update: Aurora advances impound of unregistered, uninsured vehicles driven by unlicensed drivers

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NewsNinja

‘Any meat items my dogs refuse to eat, I no longer eat.’ It’s said that animals have a “sixth sense,” which affords them an insight human beings cannot match. There are clips of security camera earthquake footage where pets can be seen wigging out seconds before tremors begin.

‘It ain’t food anymore.’: Dairy Queen customer warns against chicken after his dog refuses to eat it

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Starting in late September, the federal government will relaunch its at-home COVID-19 test program that makes every U.S. household eligible for four free COVID-19 tests to be sent directly to their home.

Every household can get four free COVID-19 tests by mail, starting late September

Salem, OH

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Jefferson County, KY

Louisville, KY

Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

Denver, CO

An opinion piece appearing in the Journal of the American Medical Association, or JAMA this week illustrates why the drug problem among people experiencing homelessness in Denver may be so severe. It's because many homeless people aren't addicted to just one drug, but two, according to the viewpoint's author, Benjamin A. Howell of Yale School of Medicine and colleagues.

Fentanyl-meth combo ravages homeless in Denver, so why aren't there better treatments?

Miami, FL

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J. Souza

Four individuals were arrested on charges of credit card fraud after trying to obtain large cash advances while sailing on the MSC Magnifica cruise ship. According to news reports, Michael Emmanuel, Tyrisha Delgado, Quentin Tuck, and Devin Jones were apprehended upon disembarkation at Port Miami.

Four Cruise Ship Passengers Arrested for Credit Card Fraud

North Carolina State

Charlotte, NC

Town Talks

We all like to think we're tidy, with our moms' voices reminding us to make our beds, do the dishes, and clean the bathrooms. But sometimes, we fall short. Did you know that more than 1.57 million Americans live without a toilet or tap at home? The lack of basic water sanitation costs the U.S. economy $8.58 billion every year, according to a report produced by DigDee.

North Carolina City Has Been Named Among The 'Dirtiest' In America

Kansas State

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 1,467 children have been reported missing in the U.S. since January 1, 2024, a drop since the figure of 1,533 previously reported. That drop indicates 66 cases were resolved.

15 missing children in Missouri since June 2024: some cases resolved and more added

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Kareem Green, also known as "Try Me," a 32-year-old member of the Rollin’ 60s Neighborhood Crips gang, has admitted to his involvement in a racketeering conspiracy, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Rollin' 60s Crips Member Pleads Guilty to Racketeering & Cocaine Charges

A recent cruise passenger has issued a warning about the importance of wearing shoes while onboard. The story has since been picked up by cruise outlets, mentioning what cruisers need to be careful of when walking around the ship.

Cruise Passenger Warns Against Being Barefoot on a Cruise: "Just About Stepped Into a Pile..."

Colorado State

Saturday, Aug. 31 is Overdose Awareness Day. Unfortunately, we are all too aware of overdoses at Fusion Studios, the homeless hotel run by Colorado Coalition for the Homeless where I live.

Opinion: Denver homeless hotel diary: Overdoses common here

Tipping on cruise ships is always a controversial topic. Some cruise passengers believe that tipping should be a personal choice, and others argue that automatic tipping policies are necessary to ensure fair compensation for crew members.

Carnival Responds to Cruise Passenger Wanting to Remove All Tips from Bill

Florida State

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

Wyoming State

Buffalo, WY

WyoFile

The House Draw Fire burning in northern Wyoming grew to more than 163,000 acres on Thursday — nearly the combined size of Denver and Salt Lake City — threatening structures, prompting evacuation orders and forcing the closure of Interstate 90.

Wildfire burns 163,000 acres in northern Wyoming, forcing evacuations and I-90 closure

New Jersey State

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Florida’s long-held reputation as a top destination for Americans on the move seems to be cooling off in 2024. According to a new report from moving and storage company PODS, only three Florida cities cracked the top 20 most moved-to areas in the country—a big drop from last year when six Florida cities made the list.

Fewer People Are Moving to Florida in 2024 — Except to This One City

Germantown, TN

Rossville, TN

Eads, TN

Memphis, TN

Cordova, TN

Byhalia, MS

Action News 5

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Suspect crashes into police car and 2 other vehicles in Collierville—later dies at hospital, police

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Suspect crashes into police car and 2 other vehicles in Collierville—later dies at hospital, police

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