Alexandria, VA

Columbus, OH

Virginia State

A Virginia man is seeking answers after his beloved 3-year-old dog died while boarding at a PetSmart.

Man seeking answers after his beloved dog died while boarding at PetSmart

CBS San Francisco

While many Americans look up in awe and enjoy the booming fireworks on the Fourth of July, it can be a difficult time for dog owners and a stressful time for those pets, who may feel scared or anxious because of the fireworks and need help to calm down.The loud fireworks can easily scare pets. Data show that nearly one-in-five lost pets goes missing after being scared by loud noises, such as fireworks, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Staycee Dains with Los Angeles Animal Services told CBS Los Angeles she's concerned about shelters...

Fireworks can scare dogs. Vets explain how to calm your pet's anxiety.

Nevada State

An animal shelter in Nevada took in almost 40 dogs from a puppy mill after it was discovered by police. But this only adds to the already overcrowded animal shelters in the state. So, what's the solution?

Shelter Rescues 40 Dogs from Puppy Mill Amidst Overcrowding Crisis

Coffee County, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

The Coffee County Drug Unit, along with deputies from the department, apprehended two individuals last week in separate incidents, one allegedly found in possession of methamphetamine and the other the subject of a prior narcotics investigation who attempted to evade law enforcement.

Coffee Drug Unit Arrests Two in Separate Incidents; Meth Possession and Fleeing Suspect Apprehended

Saint Johns County, FL

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Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Winston-salem, NC

Imagine coming to work early in the morning and seeing two pups out of the blue, waiting for you in front of the building!. Well, that’s exactly what happened to the staff of Forsyth County Animal Shelter, from Winston-Salem, North Carolina!. Two unknown puppies placed in two separate kennels...

Everyone Was Shocked When They Saw A Pair Of Puppies Left In Kennels With Only A Note

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

Los Angeles, CA

The Independent

 A woman had her newly-adopted dog mistakenly euthanized by a local shelter just an hour before she was set to pick her up.The tragic mixup happened after Jianna Maarten Sadda called the Los Angeles Animal Services’ South LA Shelter to say she would pick up Sheba, her newly adopted pit bull mix, by 3pm on June 11.But when she called again at 2pm, shelter staff told her Sheba was dead, NBC Los Angeles reported.“Lived half her life in the shelter, so she had been in for a whole year,” Sadda said, of the two-year-old dog. “And after a year,...

A woman was excited to take home her newly adopted shelter dog. An hour before pick up, the pup was mistakenly euthanized

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

The Aurora City Council will consider using opioid settlement money Monday to pay for drug treatment for clients of its yet to open homeless services campus. The council will vote during its study session whether to spend money from the fund on a peer advisor, a van to transport clients from the navigation center to treatment, and a case manager. The city will receive about $14 million in opioid settlement funds, according to a presentation by city staff to the city council.

Aurora may send homeless people to rehab

Sweet Home, OR

Kristy Tallman

LINN COUNTY, Ore. — A tragic accident on Wednesday evening, July 3, 2024, resulted in the death of a 12-year-old boy and serious injuries to two others. The crash occurred at approximately 6:17 p.m. on Highway 20, near milepost 21, involving two Dodge Ram trucks.

Tragic Crash on Hwy 20: 12-Year-Old Killed, Two Others Seriously Injured

Wyoming State

WyoFile

WyoFile has acquired a photograph of a lynx in Wyoming, a landmark observation of a species currently considered absent from the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Star Valley resident Jason Reinhardt, an avid houndsman , came across the animal while mountain lion hunting the southern Gros Ventre Range in February 2022. There was no doubt in his mind what it was: a tom lynx, judging by its blocky head.

Rare wildcat documented in the Yellowstone region for first time in a decade

Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

New Jersey State

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

Animal shelters face a lot of hurdles while caring for and rehoming unwanted pets. The most difficult hurdle is putting a dog down through euthanasia. Every year, 2.7 million pets in animal shelters in the United States are euthanized — that’s around 36% of pets who enter the shelters.

Why Do Animal Shelters Consider Putting a Dog Down: Understanding Pet Euthanasia

Martin County, FL

Cyndi Lenz

Nebula and Rosette are a bonded pair of female guinea pigs who would love to find a forever home together! These two cuties love to share their greens and will even squeak for attention! Guinea pigs make wonderful pets with proper socialization and care.

Adoptable Pets of the Week from the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast

Kiplinger

What's the true cost of pet ownership? Here's how much you should expect to pay when adopting a new furry friend.

Pet Ownership: What It Really Costs to Own a Dog or Cat

Cumming, GA

PetHelpful

For people who work at shelters, the hardest part of the job is seeing pets get returned. It's a heartbreaking cycle that happens to so many good animals who really deserve a loving home. Like a gray cat named JD, who was recently returned to FurKids in Cumming, Georgia for the second time.  ...Continue reading

Precious Cat Who 'Only Wants Love' Returned to Shelter for 'Meowing Too Much'

Meet Cubbie, a playful and friendly 2-year-old mixed breed male dog with a heart full of joy! Cubbie gets along great with other dogs and loves making new furry friends. His favorite game is fetch, and he could play it for hours! With his boundless energy and affectionate nature, Cubbie is always ready for fun and adventure. Cubbie would do best in a home without cats, but he loves making fellow canine friends.

Pet of the Week: Meet Cubbie

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Meet Doc, a tiny Chihuahua with a big heart, now ready for adoption at Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a nonprofit foster-based rescue in Massachusetts. Weighing only 7 lbs, this 6-year-old sweetie is described as a "lovable and happy boy who will bring endless joy to your life."

Meet The Tiny Chihuahua With A Big Personality Looking For Love

Oxon Hill, MD

Washington, DC

Fort Washington, MD

NewsBreak

7News presses for answers after Alexandria dog dies while boarding at PetSmart

ALEXANDRIA, Va. (7News) — Late Wednesday afternoon, PetSmart had still not offered any public explanation after a dog died while staying at a boarding facility in...

7News presses for answers after Alexandria dog dies while boarding at PetSmart

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