California State

Columbus, OH

The Guardian

Thompson fire near Oroville destroys homes and vehicles as state simmers in brutal and potentially historic heatwave

Nearly 30,000 people in northern California evacuated as raging wildfire spreads

ABC News

The French Fire in Mariposa County has burned more than 840 acres since erupting Thursday and is 5% contained as of Friday morning, according to fire officials.

Evacuation orders issued for latest California wildfire amid scorching heat wave

Thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate as a wildfire rages out of control in northern California, with a swathe of the United States in the grip of a "record-breaking and dangerous" heat wave that was complicating firefighting efforts. More than 3,500 acres (1,400 hectares) of grass and woodland...

Thousands told to flee raging California wildfire

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James Patrick

After another period of high heat, California is ready to probably see its hottest temperatures of the year so far next week. After a small reprieve, a potentially historic heat wave will hit on Tuesday and probably last up until Friday or Saturday. The central and Sacramento Valleys are in for temperatures ranging from 105 F to 115 F. Some are saying that the hottest day ever officially recorded may occur in Death Valley next week.

California Braces For Potentially Historic Heat Wave

South Carolina State

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Myrtle Beach, SC

Phil Norman

In a surprising turn of events, Delta Apparel, a name synonymous with beach vibes and laid-back lifestyle gear, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Known for its popular Salt Life brand that features everything from T-shirts to board shorts ideal for surfers and beach lovers, the company is now navigating through some seriously choppy financial waters.

An unexpected apparel retail company has filed for bankruptcy

Santa Barbara County, CA

Placer County, CA

Firefighters battling flames amid a heat wave in Southern California are struggling to gain control of a wildfire that has exploded to more than 13,000 acres.

California wildfires latest: Rescue underway for 13 hikers in fire zone

Los Angeles, CA

CBS LA

An investigation is underway after a woman was found shot to death inside of a car riddled with bullet holes in South Los Angeles earlier this week.The shooting happened at around 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 2 near the Vermont Avenue exit of the 105 Freeway, according to a statement from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. "It was initially unclear whether the vehicle belonged to the suspect or the victim," the LASD release said. "From the patrol car, the Deputy requested assistance from South Los Angeles Sheriff's Station and the Los Angeles County Fire Department."They arrived and found the woman,...

Woman found dead inside car covered in bullet holes in South Los Angeles

The US Sun

A WILDFIRE is raging towards Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch property. Evacuation orders are in place in California after the major fire, called Lake Fire, broke out Friday. The blazes are burning near MJ’s infamous ranch in Santa Barbara County – and pictures of the terrifying scene show the iconic gates surrounded by smoke. The California […]

Wildfire seen blazing towards Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch at a ‘high speed’ as crews race to save late star’s home

Sacramento, CA

Golden Gate Media

The relentless heatwave gripping Sacramento and surrounding areas is set to continue through the weekend and into early next week. The US National Weather Service (NWS) Sacramento has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the Delta, Valley, and foothills, along with a Heat Advisory for the mountains, both in effect through Tuesday, July 9th.

'Relief in sight' from sweltering California heatwave, forecasters predict

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Tennessee State

Vallejo, CA

CBS San Francisco

VALLEJO -- A male who was allegedly in a car fleeing police in Vallejo early Saturday morning died after the vehicle he was in collided with another car, according to police.Just before 1 a.m., officers attempted to carry out a traffic stop near Sonoma Boulevard and Lemon Street. Police allege that the driver failed to yield and instead drove off at a high rate of speed.Police pursued the vehicle but the chase ended when the suspects' car collided with an uninvolved vehicle at Sonoma Boulevard and Tennessee Street, the department spokesperson said.First responders came to the scene to render aid to the occupants of both vehicles but one of the male occupants in the suspects' vehicle succumbed to his injuries and died, according to police.The rest of the people involved in the crash were taken to the hospital.Solano County Major Crimes Task Force is investigating what happened and the Vallejo Police Department said it is "dedicated to maximum transparency" regarding the collision and its investigation.


Vallejo police chase ends in fatal crash for occupant of vehicle allegedly fleeing

Kentucky State

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Florence, KY

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Four people were killed and three others injured in a mass shooting in Northern Kentucky where the suspected shooter led police on chase before turning the gun on himself. Police responded to a call just before 3 a.m. on Saturday morning for an active shooting situation at a home in Florence.

Four dead, three injured in birthday party shooting; suspected shooter dead after chase

Oakland, CA

New York Post

A mob of looters ransacked an Oakland gas station convenience store and caused thousands of dollars in damage as the frustrated store manager claimed police took nine hours to respond to his plea for help.

The horde, who had just attended a nearby car sideshow, broke into the 76 Station near the San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport around 4:30 a.m. on Friday, according to ABC 7 News Bay Area.

Owner Sam Mardaie estimated approximately 80 to 100 people broke through his store’s front door and grabbed everything they could get their hands on. 

“Shelves were ripped apart, all the grocery items...

Mob of nearly 100 looters ransacks Oakland gas station as store owner says police took hours to respond: ‘Back to square one’

Nevada State

Another visitor in same motorcycle group hospitalized for ‘severe heat illness’ as other four members treated at scene

Motorcyclist dies from heat exposure in Death Valley as temperature reaches 128F

Irish Star

The National Weather Service (NWS) has warned of a "dangerous heat" that is likely to become more widespread in the West today and Saturday, with a "potentially historic" heatwave predicted

Map shows 'potentially historic' heatwave as 'dangerous heat' to bake West Coast for days

Stockton, CA

The US National Weather Service Sacramento California has confirmed that Stockton has tied its record high temperature today. The mercury soared to 108 degrees, matching the previous record set on this date in 1991. This extreme heat underscores the ongoing heatwave affecting the region.

California city breaks three-decade old heat record with 108-degree temperature reading

Alabama State

Louise and David Turpin face trial for the torture, false imprisonment, and abuse of their 13 children after a chilling discovery in their California home where the children were found starved and imprisoned. David Turpin's inaction during the abuse inflicted by his wife has shocked the public. A judge confirmed...

Dangerous heat wave and wildfire conditions hit California

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