Whitman County, WA

Columbus, OH

Walking out of the shelter doors with an adoptive family is a dream that constantly rings in the hearts of all shelter dogs. Princess — a 6-year-old Pit Bull Terrier Mix with the most infectious smile and stunning brindle coat ever — was a resident at the Stanislaus Animal Shelter when this dream finally came true for her.

Heartbreak After Adopted Pit Bull Returned to Shelter After One Hour

A-Z-Animals

Discover a whopping 45 unique and incredible pit bull mixed breeds, learn their temperament, and see what the mix looks like in real life.

45 Incredible Pit Bull Mix Breeds

Even though I’m a loyal cat enthusiast, there’s just something about dogs that’s downright heartwarming. Especially if we’re talking about Golden Retrievers!. These pups are simply incredible! Not only are they adorable (some might even argue that they’re the cutest dogs around), but they’re also super friendly, outgoing, dependable, and loving. What more could you want in a furry companion, right?

Golden Retriever Finds An Abandoned Kitten In Distress And Becomes Its Guardian Angel

Colorado State

Scripps News

Owners were left heartbroken after a litter of puppies exposed to a rabies-positive puppy were told to surrender their dogs to be put down.

11 puppies to be euthanized after rabies exposure during adoption event; owners heartbroken

Lake Mary, FL

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Akeena

If you're a fan of hearty breakfasts and brunches in Florida, you might have had Keke’s Cafe on your radar. Known for its generous portions and friendly service, Keke’s has been a go-to spot for many. However, the Lake Mary location recently hit a bump in the road, resulting in a temporary shutdown following a state inspection that uncovered 15 violations.

Breakfast Eatery Closed in Florida for Roaches, Dirty Hands, and Cold Foods Over 41 Degrees

Help keep One Green Planet free and independent! Together we can ensure our platform remains a hub for empowering ideas committed to fighting for a sustainable, healthy, and compassionate world. Please support us in keeping our mission strong. Dogs are loyal and love unconditionally. This makes them some of the...

Five Heartbroken Dogs Who Were Returned to the Shelter

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When it comes to selecting a dog with a sweet temperament, several breeds stand out for their gentle and affectionate nature. These breeds are known for their calm demeanor, friendly disposition, and the ability to form strong bonds with their human families. Here are six dog breeds renowned for their sweet temperament:

Meet the Most Gentle and Affectionate Dog Breeds

Sheridan, CO

In Sheridan, Colorado, adopters, volunteers and the entire staff at Moms and Mutts Colorado, a rescue organization for pregnant and nursing dogs, were ordered to euthanize the entire litter of puppies after one puppy tested positive for rabies. The founder of the rescue, Aron Jones posted the devastating news on...

11 puppies euthanized after one pup tested positive for rabies at Colorado shelter

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David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

Ohio State

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

An 8-week-old Husky/Shepherd mix named Ivy recently faced severe trauma after being attacked by another dog. A month ago, she was brought to Rescue4All in critical condition, suffering from significant head and jaw injuries, including multiple punctures and lacerations. According to Rescue4All, Ivy’s owners did not seek immediate medical care...

Badly Injured Puppy Denied Treatment By Neglectful Owner Makes Unbelievable Recovery

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

Dogs are known for becoming very attached to their owners. Some breeds are very outgoing, friendly, and loving to family, strangers, and other dogs. These happy, sweet pups occur in every breed. Others, however, are those you don’t want to mess with, especially if they haven’t had proper socialization and training. Here are the top […]

Top 10 Meanest Dogs

Atlanta, GA

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

An Eastbourne-based charity is working to save stray dogs in Turkey following fears of a possible government cull. The Happy Paws Puppy Rescue shelter is cooperating with pounds inside the Middle Eastern country to rehome the animals in the UK. Turkey passed a controversial law in July to get millions...

Charity scrambles to save dogs amid cull fears

Chihuahua vs. shih tzu…now that’s a difficult decision! Both are lap dogs with royal ancestry. They’re clingy, loving, and playful. Chihuahuas have easy to groom coats, large upright ears, and a ton of bravery. Shih tzus have beautiful silky fur, floppy ears, and are very outgoing. Both breeds have round heads, large eyes, and tiny […]

Cutest Dogs in the World: Chihuahua vs. Shih Tzu

Ocilla, GA

Last Thursday, agents from the South Central Drug Task Force (SCDTF) made an arrest following a successful execution of a search warrant at a residence in Ocilla. According to officials, the search yielded a significant quantity of drugs, including tablets suspected to contain fentanyl, associated with a criminal street gang.

Successful Drug Bust in Ocilla Leads to Arrest Linked to 'Local Criminal Street Gang'

South Carolina State

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

Big Country News

NewsBreak

Whitman County Humane Society Appeals for Community Support Amidst Rising Animal Intakes

PULLMAN - The Whitman County Humane Society is appealing for assistance as the shelter faces an unprecedented influx of animals. The shelter’s kennels are at capacity,...

Whitman County Humane Society Appeals for Community Support Amidst Rising Animal Intakes

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