Mobile, AL

Baldwin County, AL

Chicago, IL

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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?

Orange County, CA

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Corcoran, CA

NewSantaAna

CORCORAN – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are investigating the July 28, 2024, death of an incarcerated person at California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility as a homicide.

Pimp arrested in Orange County killed by an inmate at a state prison

Indiana State

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Ohio State

Louisville, KY

National Weather Force

Severe thunderstorms are expected in the Ohio Valley from early afternoon to evening. Main Impact: Damaging winds, hail, and a few tornadoes. Check below for further details, timing and much more information.

Damaging Winds, Large Hail & Isolated Tornado Expected in the Ohio Valley; July 9, 2024

Alabama State

Alabama's Pre-Statehood Identity: A Territory of Transformation. The Mississippi Territory: In the late 18th century, the land that would eventually become Alabama was part of the vast Mississippi Territory. This sprawling territory, created in 1798, encompassed present-day Alabama and Mississippi. It was a frontier region characterized by dense forests, fertile river valleys, and diverse Native American populations.

What Was Alabama Called Before it Became a State?

Baltimore, MD

We have an energetic set up in the atmosphere today to produce strong storms with the potential to turn severe. Many areas in our region have a Heat Index over 100ºF, proving the function of high heat AND humidity. That is the fuel for strong thunderstorms and possibly supercells. Add in a strong cold front connected to the remnant Low or Ghost of former Hurricane Beryl and we have a trigger to ignite the explosive development mid afternoon into this evening.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch and Tornado Watch Wednesday July 10

Walmart isn't alone in investing in zero-emissions vehicles like hydrogen fuel cell and electric battery powered vehicles. When it comes to electrifying the commercial shipping sector, Walmart is walking the walk by deploying an electric semitruck powered by a hydrogen fuel cell. Walmart Canada has plans to reach a 100%...

Walmart makes history with game-changing decision about its fleet of delivery vehicles: 'A major milestone'

Law & Crime

Richard and Patricia Heitz allegedly kept child in camper without electricity for days before abandoning him at a mental facility and refusing to let him back home. 
The post Adopted 13-year-old kept in camper without electricity, forced to use ‘grocery style bags’ as toilet: Police first appeared on Law & Crime.

Adopted 13-year-old kept in camper without electricity, forced to use 'grocery style bags' as toilet: Police

Meteorologist Joe Cioffi

Humidity levels have been creeping higher since Saturday and we are going to be back in the soup for today as well as the week ahead. We will also be dealing with a series of waves moving around the Bermuda high. It is building into the Southeastern US. A southwest flow aloft is bringing up ripples in the flow. It will not be raining all the time but there will be some downpours and a few heavier thunderstorms to deal with during the week ahead.

Very warm humid conditions with waves of heavy rain next 5 days across the Eastern & Southern US

Florida State

Orlando, FL

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency for the entire state, including Disney World. As the Walt Disney World Resort parks brace for impact, a development off the Atlantic coast is gearing up to cause potential life-threatening chaos. Governor DeSantis Issues State of Emergency for Florida; Disney...

Deadly Storm Forces DeSantis to Issue Disaster Alert, Disney World Guests Prepare for Impact

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

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

Anniston, AL

Calhoun Journal

Randolph County, AL – A multi-vehicle crash on Thursday, July 25, at approximately 7:07 p.m. has resulted in the death of an Anniston woman. The incident occurred on U.S. 431 near the 200-mile marker, about 10 miles north of Wedowee, in Randolph County. Serinity N. Richmond, 21, was driving a 2016 Nissan Altima 2.5 when […]
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Anniston Woman Dies in Multi-Vehicle Crash on U.S. 431

Tampa, FL

AccuWeather

A hurricane watch has been issued for part of Florida as a strengthening tropical system, soon to become Tropical Storm Debby, approaches the state over the weekend. Tropical Depression Four is forecast to strengthen while moving northward along the Florida Peninsula's Gulf coast this weekend, spreading rain, gusty winds and severe thunderstorms slowly northward. AccuWeather meteorologists warn that not only may the feature become a hurricane, but it may also later stall along the southeastern United States coast next week.

Upcoming tropical storm has Florida, southeast US on alert

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

If you have ever had bed bugs before, you may have nightmares or at least some discomfort thinking about them. They are a nasty crossbreed of tick and cockroach that sustains itself on blood and can go without food for months. How on earth are you supposed to get rid of them once they've established their home inside of yours? With the following three tips, you will be able to keep your home free of these creepy crawlies without the use of harsh chemicals or environmentally harmful solutions.

Bed Bugs: 3 Genius Ways to Help Get Rid of and Prevent Infestation

South Carolina State

The Independent

 Tropical Storm Debby is expected to “strengthen rapidly” to a Category 1 hurricane and make landfall in Florida’s Big Bend region, bringing heavy rain, flooding and storm surge to the region.Debby will make landfall on Monday morning, the National Weather Service said, bringing hurricane conditions to the area. Historic levels of rain — up to 30 inches — are expected in Georgia and South Carolina through Friday, according to the NWS. Florida, meanwhile, could see up to 18 inches of rain.Officials are warning of “life-threatening storm surge” up to 10 feet along the western Florida coast. Tornadoes are also threatening southwestern Florida on Sunday morning as Debby brings 60 mph winds to the region.Governor Ron DeSantis has placed more than 50 of Florida’s counties under a state of emergency as the storm approaches. State workers are poised to open shelters as needed, he said.DeSantis warned that residents should prepare for “pretty catastrophic” rain, flooding and power outages.“Just because you are not in the eye of the storm doesn’t mean you’re not going to have major, major effects,” he said on Sunday morning.

Tropical Storm Debby will ‘rapidly’ strengthen to hurricane in Florida as ‘major’ floods expected: Live

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Get ready to open your heart to a wiry bundle of love named Chunk. This 2-year-old Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier mix pup recently came into rescue for heartbreaking reasons. Though he started his life as a cared for and well-loved pup, Chunk's owner sadly passed away, leaving Chunk all by his lonesome.

Meet Chunk: A Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Now Looking For Love

Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

The Mirror US

A tropical depression moving into the Gulf of Mexico is growing better organized, forecasters said Saturday, and is likely to bring drenching rain and coastal flooding to much of Florida's Gulf Coast

Hurricane watch issued for parts of Florida as Gulf Coast braces for Tropical Storm Debby

Mississippi State

The National Weather Service has forecasted hazardous heat spreading from the Plains through the Mississippi Valley to the Southeast starting this week and continuing into the next. High temperatures combined with high humidity are expected to produce dangerously high heat indices, potentially exceeding 43.3 °C (110 °F). The...

Hazardous heat indices expected to exceed 43.3 °C (110 °F) from Plains to Southeast, dangerous heat building in the West

(MA) Meet Yoda, a tiny 9-pound senior Shih Tzu who is ready to steal your heart. This little pup is an older boy who has lived his life loved by a caring owner. Sadly, his owner recently passed away, and their family was not able to take care of Yoda. Luckily, Great Dog Rescue New England was able to take him in and place him safely with a foster. He still has a lot of life left in him, and he hopes to spend the majority of it snoozing in YOUR bed.

This Tiny Shih Tzu Who Lost His Owner Is Now Looking For New Family

Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

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

AL.com

NewsBreak

Update: Mobile and Baldwin counties under a heat advisory until Sunday evening

The National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory at 12:44 p.m. on Sunday in effect until 6 p.m. for Mobile and Baldwin counties. Weather service...

Update: Mobile and Baldwin counties under a heat advisory until Sunday evening

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