Los Angeles, CA

California State

Columbus, OH

(Reuters) - California Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday said the state would begin removing homeless encampments after a recent Supreme Court decision upheld anti-camping laws used to ticket and fine people living on the streets. "It's time to move with urgency at the local level to clean up these sites,...

Governor Newsom Orders Removal of California Homeless Encampments

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Bucks County, PA

Doylestown, PA

Bucks County Beacon

More than 200 Democratic and Independent voters braved the sweltering heat Saturday for a chance to meet California Governor Gavin Newsom in a rally to support President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’ reelection.

California Governor Gavin Newsom Visits Doylestown, Urges Bucks County to ‘Help Save Democracy’ in November

San Bernardino County, CA

The HD Post

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY – The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors passed a resolution, on June 25, requesting California to declare a state of emergency for insurance crisis.

Board of Supervisors requesting CA to declare a state of emergency for insurance crisis

Blanco, TX

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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

Hey there, sunshine! Ready to dive into the lingo of the Golden State? Grab your avocado toast and get comfy, because we’re about to explore 15 slang terms that’ll have you talking like a true Californian faster than you can say “hella cool!”. Hella. The ultimate intensifier,...

15 Slang Words Only People from California Know

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

Fox News

An MS-13 gang member wanted for two counts of murder in El Salvador was nabbed by immigration officers in New York City. He was found with a loaded handgun and marijuana.

MS-13 gang member wanted for murder in El Salvador arrested in NYC after entering US illegally

NewsByJoshua

In a concerning trend for California, numerous large companies are gearing up for significant layoffs, affecting thousands of workers across various industries. According to the WARN Tracker, California has seen a staggering 37,086 WARN layoffs this year alone, impacting 713 businesses statewide.

Concerns Rise as Massive Layoffs Hit California

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

Florida State

COVID-19 cases are once again recording a summer spike with some of the highest weekly case reports seen this year. But what is our relationship with COVID four years after the pandemic outbreak?. COVID-19 cases are on the rise this summer in Florida. The state Department of Health reported 21,531...

Florida reports a surge in COVID cases, but how dangerous is the virus today?

The New Republic

Donald Trump promised a massive deportation plan Thursday night, even larger than the biggest mass deportation in U.S. history: President Dwight Eisenhower’s racist-named “Operation Wetback.” The former president was doing his typical fearmongering, blaming immigrants for any and all of the country’s ills, when he decided to name-drop the thirty-fourth U.S. president. “And bad things are gonna happen, and you’re gonna see it happen all the time,” said Trump. “And that’s why the Republican platform promises to launch the biggest deportation operation in the history of our country. Even larger than that of Dwight D. Eisenhower, from many years ago.”Under...

Trump Is Planning the Most Inhumane Immigration Policy in U.S. History

Virginia State

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

A recently unsealed indictment has revealed allegations that a trucking company was secretly operating a statewide network that has thus far led to the seizure of nearly 13,000 pounds of methamphetamine and dozens of guns. Charged in the indictment are Adolfo Montiel, Jose Nunez, Jesus Perez-Garcia Jr., Andres Silva Corona...

They purportedly shipped vegetables into California from Mexico. But this trucking company was secretly moving tons of meth, feds say

If you listen to our program most days, then you hear the voice of Jenn White a lot. You may not realize it, but you probably have a lot of feelings about her voice. You might find it calming. Or annoying. Or authoritative. It might make you trust what she says, or make you feel skeptical about it.However you feel about her voice, it’s likely affected how you think of her as a person.

How gender affects the way we speak and how we're heard

Lancaster County, PA

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

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

The Guardian

Galvanized by the 2016 murder of trans sex worker Paola Buenrostro, activists applaud law as critical for feeling safe

Transfemicide becomes a crime in a ‘watershed’ moment for Mexico City

Saint Petersburg, FL

Four teens, ages 16 and 17, were injured Thursday afternoon after they were struck by lightning in St. Petersburg. A girl went into cardiac arrest, and one of the children suffered burns. According to St. Petersburg Fire Rescue, the four were standing under a Banyan tree at the corner of...

Four teens are struck by lightning in St. Petersburg

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?

NBC News

Two former officials who handled immigration issues for then-President Donald Trump say that a “whole of government” approach costing billions would be needed to mount the “largest deportation effort in American history” promised in the Republican convention platform if Trump is re-elected. The exact number of...

How would mass deportation of migrants under Trump actually work?

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West Hollywood, CA

Alhambra, CA

South Pasadena, CA

Universal City, CA

Inglewood, CA

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California's governor issues executive order for cities to clear homeless encampments

At the end of the Supreme Court's term, the justices made it easier for authorities to clear homeless encampments. And now California Governor Gavin Newsom has...

California's governor issues executive order for cities to clear homeless encampments

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