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Northeast Ohio residents are recovering from tornadoes that ripped through the area Tuesday afternoon. Why it matters: More than 300,000 homes and businesses were still without power yesterday afternoon as images of downed trees and damaged property flooded social media. Driving the news: The National Weather Service confirmed two tornadoes...

Northeast Ohio recovering from tornado damage

Law & Crime

Laquandra Williams was sentenced to life in prison with the opportunity for parole after 18 years for fatally shooting her son in Ohio earlier this year.
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Mother fatally shoots son in back at 'close range' after telling him 'I'm going to show you something'

Port Richey, FL

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Akeena

Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

Polk County, FL

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Fort Meade, FL

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The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

San Antonio, TX

More than 100 kitchens across the city will be whipping up special menus for Culinaria's San Antonio Restaurant Weeks, starting Saturday and lasting through Aug. 24. Why it matters: The citywide promotion has introduced diners to new eateries with prix fixe menus at reduced prices since Culinaria, a nonprofit dedicated to showcasing the local food scene, launched it in 2010.

More than 100 San Antonio spots join Restaurant Weeks

Tampa, FL

Whataburger is set to open a Tampa location in 2026. Why it matters: The popular fast-food chain hails from Texas and is a staple in North Florida — with dozens of locations north of Gainesville. Zoom in: The exact location of the restaurant is not public, but representatives for...

Whataburger announces plans for Tampa restaurant

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San Diego, CA

Two San Diego restaurants lost Michelin honors, and none earned new stars in the 2024 California Michelin Guide unveiled this week. Why it matters: The snub by the prestigious food critic is a blow to the growing local food scene that's been gaining national recognition. Zoom in: Sushi Tadokoro in...

California Michelin Guide drops two San Diego restaurants

A man was sentenced to life in prison after admitting he busted into his ex-girlfriend's home in Ohio and stabbed her 30 times, slitting her throat to "speed up the process," after a breakup.
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Scorned boyfriend who slit his ex's throat after their breakup 'to speed up the process' learns his fate

Boston, MA

Former Boston City Councilor Kendra Lara pleaded guilty to driving with a suspended license at the time of a crash into a home in Jamaica Plain last year. Why it matters: Lara's probation sentence means she won't face jail time for the crash. She was ordered by a judge to...

Former City Councilor Kendra Lara avoids jail for crashing into home

Indiana State

The number of Hoosiers under 65 without health insurance dropped by more than 41% from 2006 to 2022, according to new Census Bureau data. Why it matters: Just 8.2% of Indiana residents were uninsured as of 2022, a notable improvement over 2006 when the rate was 14.3%. Indiana has a...

The share of uninsured Hoosiers has dropped in the last decade

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Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Florida State

With hurricane season posing a consistent threat six months out of the year, who would not like a little help getting their home ready for the harsh weather to come? Senate Bill 7028: My Safe Florida Home Program, approved by Governor DeSantis on April 24, 2024, and effective as of July 1, appropriates a one-time total of $200 million from 2024 to 2025 for the purpose of funding hurricane mitigation grants and inspections, as well as outreach and administration costs, to support homeowners in Florida.

DeSantis Signs New Bill Giving $200 Million To Homeowners

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Public safety officials are warning people in Northeast Florida to stay off the roads as Hurricane Debby kicks up rain and wind through the day. In the San Marco neighborhood in Jacksonville, parts of Palm Avenue and LaSalle Street have already flooded.

Drivers asked to stay off the roads in Northeast Florida

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

North Olmsted, OH

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NORTH OLMSTED, OH - Are you a fan of chicken wings? If you answered yes to that question, you might want to check out The Local Bar - which is located at 24108 Lorain Rd - on Wednesday nights. According to the North Olmsted establishment's social media account, The Local Bar is currently offering all-you-can-eat chicken wings on Wednesdays starting at 3 PM with last wing orders taken at 10:45 PM.

This restaurant in North Olmsted, Ohio offers all-you-can-eat wings every Wednesday

New Orleans, LA

LUFU has only been open in downtown New Orleans for about a year, but the team behind it is already expanding with new restaurants. Why it matters: That growth, co-founding partner Sarthak Samantray tells Axios New Orleans, is because "we started off as a family, and we help the members of our family grow."

LUFU to expand with French Quarter seafood restaurant

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

The rate on the 30-year-fixed mortgage is at 6.55%, the lowest since May 2023, per data out Wednesday morning from the Mortgage Bankers Association. Why it matters: It's a sign the housing market might be starting to thaw. Where it stands: For the relative handful of people who bought a...

Mortgage rates are down. The housing market is still moribund.

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Douglas, GA

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Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

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FirstEnergy: Some Cleveland customers may not have power until Aug. 14

Thousands of FirstEnergy customers received a distressing message from the Akron-based utility Wednesday evening: A majority of customers will have their power restored by 11:30pm Aug....

FirstEnergy: Some Cleveland customers may not have power until Aug. 14

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