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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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

Florida State

A paddleboarder said she was almost moved to tears as she and others watched a tiny turtle swimming with all its might near a Florida beach. Watch how they stopped everything to cheer on the little one.

They Stopped Everything To Cheer On This Little Critter Off FL

Virginia State

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

Much of the eastern half of the country will continue to be plagued by heavy rain and flash flooding through late week. Some relief comes in the form of cooler temperatures. Here’s the forecast.

East Stuck In Rainy Pattern, Cooler Temps

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

A massive plume of smoke was seen rising out of Chile’s Villarrica volcano as national geologists reported an “emission of pyroclastic material.” The volcanic activity is also said to have triggered an earthquake. The current risk to nearby communities is unknown but this volcano is considered by experts to be a “very high” risk due to notable historic eruptions and its proximity to homes.

Massive Plume Shoots 2,500' Into Sky

Houston, TX

Rain persists in the Houston area which could lead to flooding, especially where the ground is saturated. Heavy rain will become less widespread this weekend and temperatures will rise again.

Houston: Rain Chances Linger Into The Weekend

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Thursday, July 25: The active monsoon trough has resulted in extensive downpours across Maharashtra this week. Pune and Mumbai cities experienced severe disruptions due to heavy overnight rains that continued into Thursday morning. Anupam Kashyapi, weather forecasting chief at the India Meteorological Department (IMD), reported that Pune's Shivajinagar recorded 85.7mm...

Heavy Rains Claim 4 Lives in Pune, Damage Crops Across Vidarbha; Konkan, Madhya Maharashtra on Red Alert

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

Today’s weather term refers to very low cloud ceilings or visibility levels, often due to fog. In the early days of aviation, such visibility levels would often lead to airports closing. “Socked in” is a reference to wind socks, the cloth tubes mounted on masts in order to indicate...

Weather Words: 'Socked In'

Anchorage, AK

Daily Express reports that Roger Allan Holmberg Sr., a Virginia pastor, has been accused of hitting his wife while on an Alaskan Airlines flight from Seatle to Anchorage. Holberg allegedly verbally and physically abused his wife, who said she has epilepsy, and her husband hit her in the head, knowing it could cause a seizure.

Virginia pastor facing federal charges after he allegedly hit his wife on an Alaskan Airlines flight

Mother Nature will crank up the heat for the Plains and the Northeast as a ridge of high pressure builds across the country. Widespread above-average temperatures are expected. Your Privacy. Please refer to the CPRA Notice in our Privacy Policy to learn about the types of data we collect and...

Plains, Northeast: Sizzling Temperatures Ahead

Oregon State

How big are the fires in Oregon? Active July-sparked fires including the Lone Rock, Durkee, Falls, and Cow Valley fires, informally dubbed “megafires,” have consumed hundreds of square miles. And with the weather in Oregon shaping up to get drier and hotter, containment is proving to be a struggle. Here’s the latest.

Oregon Battling Over A Dozen Megafires

The Saffir-Simpson Wind Scale is how hurricanes are rated and can estimate potential property damage. Here is how it works, and to learn even more about the Saffir-Simpson Scale, click here.

Rating Hurricanes: The Saffir-Simpson Scale

All eyes are on the weather in Paris as the Summer Games kick off with the outdoor opening ceremony on Friday. Cooler temperatures are expected with light rain possible. Here’s the forecast for Friday and into the weekend.

Olympic Opening Ceremony Forecast And Beyond

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.

DC, Baltimore, Philly: Sunshine Returns For Weekend

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