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10 things to know about visiting Alaska

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Mississippi State

Gulfport, MS

Mississippi News Group

On June 14, 2024, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 15-year-old Lexi Jade Brown, charging her with attempted murder and first-degree arson. The arrest followed a violent incident in the early morning hours according to a press release from teh Gulfport PD.

15 year old charged with attempted murder and arson after victim wakes up being stabbed

Homer, AK

USA TODAY

A baby moose stuck between a seaplane and a dock was rescued by a man and two police officers last Friday while its concerned mother looked on.

Video shows baby moose trapped in Alaska lake saved as its mother watches

Whiskey Riff

It’s a family affair.

There’s nothing like the age-old lynx and rabbit relationship. In places like Canada and Alaska, you can bet that where there’s hare and rabbit, you will find lynx as well.

Lynx are wild cats that primarily live in more northern parts of North America. These cats are absolute killers just like all of their relatives. They can reach weights of 40 pounds and are trained assassins. Lynx have loaded back legs with massive muscles that help propel them at their prey, or up into trees. Their feet also have large pads which essentially act like snow shoes to...

Entire Lynx Family Chases Down A Rabbit In Alaska

Prentiss County, MS

Written with A.I. assistance. According to the Prentiss County Sheriff's Department, on July 2, 2024, Deputy Hunter Arnold and Josh Brumley were conducting a routine safety checkpoint with other deputies at the intersection of highway 30 east and highway 365. The operation took an unexpected turn when a vehicle driven by April Nicole Storment approached.

Drug Possession Arrest Made During Safety Checkpoint in Prentiss County

A-Z-Animals

If you are out on a long hike or camping you’re probably hoping you don’t run into any bears. For some hunters, it’s the opposite and they purposely go out looking for bears. Hunting of Kodiak bears is limited and strictly controlled. While the population of Kodiaks appears to be stable, there is concern about […]

Discover the Largest Kodiak Bear Ever Recorded

IFLScience

"Five cubs in a litter are the most we have ever observed in the park."

Grizzly Bear "Supermom" Spotted In Yellowstone With Five Cubs For First Time

Anchorage, AK

TravelNoire

In-flight disturbances can be distressing and uncomfortable for travelers, sometimes leading to serious escalations, rowdy arrests, and even forced landings. While there are varying incidents that involve Karens, racists, and generally inappropriate behavior, many travelers would never assume a religious leader would be the cause of such issues. However, on a flight related to their ministry, a pastor and his wife were the center of attention due to a commotion. This is what travelers should know about the recent situation that led to the arrest of an Anchorage pastor.

Pastor Arrested After Disturbing Mid-Air Incident With Wife Over Seat Upgrade

Grizzly bears are impressive animals that have fascinated humans for centuries. Their imposing size and strength make them one of the most feared predators in North America. The largest grizzly bear ever recorded weighed more than a moose, which is an incredible feat considering that moose are one of the largest land animals in North […]

The Largest Grizzly Bear Ever Weighed More Than A Moose – 3 Reasons It Grew So Big

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Bacon County, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

On Monday, a search at a Bacon County home by investigators resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine. However, the suspects are currently not in custody.

Drug Bust Uncovers Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Bacon County Residence

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Alaskan brown bears ain’t nothing to mess with. These are massive bears, reaching weights well over 1,000 pounds, all while standing over 8 feet tall. These beasts live in harsh areas, but are well fed with the abundance of food on Alaska’s coasts.

Often times, even though they are massive killers, they leave people alone because they are so well fed with the abundance of salmon, berries and other creatures around there. But that doesn’t mean you want to get that close to one of these killers.

Unless you are a wildlife photographer like this guy,...

Wildlife Photographer Gets Insane Shot Of An Alaskan Brown Bear From Only A Few Feet Away

Advnture

The man says he was checking out the campsite for his podcast when the moose came sprinting out of the trees

Podcaster captures hair-raising footage of grizzly bear chasing moose at campsite where fatal mauling took place

Athens, GA

Now Habersham

A 19-year-old Lawrenceville man is in custody after allegedly kidnapping and sexually assaulting a minor, according to a news release from the Athens-Clarke County Police Department.

Teen arrested for kidnapping and molestation after Athens hit-and-runs

Clarke County, MS

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

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Alaska News Nightly: Monday, July 15, 2024

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Alaska News Nightly: Monday, July 15, 2024

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