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Navigating North Carolina's Rules on Sleeping in Your Car. As night falls and exhaustion sets in during a long drive, the urge to pull over for a quick nap becomes strong. However, travelers on North Carolina’s highways should be aware that a roadside snooze might come with legal complications.

Is It Illegal To Sleep At A North Carolina Rest Area, Here is What You Need to Know

North Carolina State

North Wilkesboro, NC

The Spun

It turns out veteran NASCAR driver Carson Hocevar has made a lot of enemies out on the track. After spinning out Harrison Burton with under 60 laps to go in Sunday's Ally 400, Burton gave his thoughts on the incident. Telling reporters that there's a reason so many people have had issues with ...

Veteran NASCAR Driver Is Apparently Disliked By A Lot Of People

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

New Jersey State

Two weeks into Pride Month, this year’s observances have felt particularly tense, as celebrations take place amid reports of anti-LGBTQ+ vandalism and threats of violence across the U.S. Since the beginning of the month, anti-LGBTQ+ threats and vandalism have been reported in at least 10 states, according to reports...

Pride Flags Are Being Burned, Stolen, Slashed, and Torn Down in Incidents Across the U.S.

Oakland, CA

The mayor of Oakland was defiant saying she is “innocent” and confused about a recent FBI raid on her home as she fights to keep her political seat in the Bay Area. “I want to be crystal clear, I have done nothing wrong. I can tell you with confidence that this investigation is not about me. I have not been charged with a crime and I am confident I will not be charged with a crime because I am innocent,” Sheng Thao said during a Monday press conference.

Oakland mayor blasts FBI raid on her home amid recall push: ‘I have done nothing wrong’

Georgia State

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, several individuals in custody at Coffee County Jail in Coffee County appeared before Judge Dwayne Gillis for bond hearings. Many individuals were denied bond, and some were granted release, with all defendants facing at least one felony charge.

Several defendants denied bond and bond reductions on felony charges in Coffee County

Farmville, NC

Who doesn't love a hearty breakfast? If you're searching for the best breakfast in North Carolina, you're in luck! The state is home to numerous fantastic local spots serving delicious morning meals.

Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurant Voted Best Place To Grab Breakfast In North Carolina

New York City, NY

The e-Texan

New York – As Trump anticipates his sentencing on July 11th in the New York hush money case, Florida Judge Aileen Cannon made a ruling this Monday. Despite rejecting Trump’s legal team's request to dismiss several charges in the classified documents case, she conceded on a minor point. She removed a portion of the charges that referenced an uncharged allegation, but upheld the other charges.

Legal expert says Trump should not be jailed after New York guilty verdict because he is ‘too old’

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

Myrtle Beach, SC

FedEx has announced the closure of four facilities in North and South Carolina on September 3, impacting 310 employees, as revealed in Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act notices. The company is shutting down three Ship Centers in West Columbia, Florence, and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, along with another in Conover, North Carolina. This move is part of FedEx’s Network 2.0 initiative aimed at consolidating its Express and Ground networks to streamline operations, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.

FedEx Closes Four Facilities in the Carolinas, 310 Jobs Affected

Missouri State

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CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Virginia Beach, VA

Blavity

Dr. Raven Baxter, a molecular biologist and science communicator, fell in love with a Virginia Beach condo with a direct view of the Atlantic Ocean. The home had everything she desired, and Baxter made an offer with a down payment to finalize the agreement. However, one night, her broker called with disheartening news, potentially shattering her dreams… Continue reading Black Molecular Biologist Was Barred From Buying Virginia Beach Condo By White Owner Over Racial Bias, Now The Sale Moves Forward

Black Molecular Biologist Was Barred From Buying Virginia Beach Condo By White Owner Over Racial Bias, Now The Sale Moves Forward

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

California State

Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

Summerville, SC

McGeno

Publix supermarkets operate nearly 1400 stores in 8 southern US states. The largest concentration of stores is in Florida with over 800. The Sunshine State is where the company was founded and maintains its headquarters.

New Publix Location Coming to South Carolina

Richmond, VA

Margaret Minnicks

According to WRIC 8 News, Dock Street Park, Richmond’s newest riverfront park, located at 2803 Dock Street, Richmond, Virginia 23223, will open to the public on Saturday, June 15, 2024.

Richmond’s newest riverfront attraction opens this weekend

Alexandria, VA

Cheryl E Preston

The SBC has removed another church from it's fellowship. First Baptist Church of Alexandria, Virginia, is the latest casualty in the Southern Baptist Convention's war on churches that accept women pastors. The Independent reports that on Tuesday, delegates attending the SBC annual meeting voted 6,759 to 563 to oust the congregation.

A Historic Virginia church was expeled from SBC for asserting that women can be senior pastors

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Governor Gavin Newsom announced, June 28, that 1,700 first-generation homebuyers have been conditionally approved for the Dream For All (DFA) Shared Appreciation Loan program.

CalHFA issues all 1,700 vouchers for down payment assistance program

Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

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After Bank of America Stadium vote, the Charlotte mayoral race is on

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After Bank of America Stadium vote, the Charlotte mayoral race is on

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