Ohio State

Columbus, OH

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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

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Twenty-four states have legalized the recreational use of marijuana, with all but one allowing licensed retail outlets. In this article, we’ll provide a breakdown of these 24 states and the specifics of their recreational marijuana laws. This November, three more states will consider initiatives to legalize marijuana for recreational use, potentially raising the total to … 
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South Carolina State

Massachusetts State

The Mirror US

The Massachusetts lottery winner declared it "the best birthday present ever" after a ticket they were gifted saw them win the grand prize of $1million a year for life

Massachusetts lottery winner scores $1million a year for life with 'best birthday present ever'

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Town Talks

When it comes to deciding who to marry, many people choose to spend the rest of their lives with a high school sweetheart, college classmate, or someone they met at work. Others decide to tie the knot with someone who they have known their whole lives — and maybe even met at a family reunion.

Can you marry your first cousin in North Carolina? What state law says

Polk County, FL

Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

Georgia State

Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

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

Douglas, GA

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

Colorado State

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

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

Los Angeles, CA

L.A. TACO

Last month, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) released video footage that shows a veteran LAPD officer chasing a young man through a Pacoima housing project before fatally shooting him in the back as he ran away.

20-Year-Old Fatally Shot in The Back By LAPD Officer in Pacoima Projects

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

Mount Pleasant, SC

The US Sun

POWERBALL players have been urged to check their tickets for a $50,000 win after no one has come forward to claim the prize. Officials have asked the mystery winner to contact them as the clock is ticking to claim the cash. The winner bought a Powerball ticket at a Circle K in Mount Pleasant, South […]

Lottery players urged to check Powerball tickets after $50K ticket has gone unclaimed – winner narrowly missed jackpot

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The legal marijuana market in the United States has grown significantly in recent years, with numerous states reporting record-breaking sales figures. As more states legalize and regulate the sale of marijuana, the industry continues to expand, contributing billions of dollars in revenue and tax benefits each year. In the first half of 2024 alone, the … 
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Iowa State

ESPN Quad Cities

11 Scam Phone Area Codes People In Illinois, Iowa, And Wisconsin Should Never Answer

Kansas State

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Missouri State

CJ Coombs

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) helps to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 174 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Since January 1, 2024, there was a total of 1,445 reported missing in the country.

Missing Missouri children as of July 17, 2024, according to the NCMEC

California State

Hawaii State

USA TODAY

The average U.S. household spends $2,126 a month on the 10 most common household bills, or $25,513 annually. In the most expensive state it's more like $37,000 annually.

California, Massachusetts or Hawaii? Which state has the highest cost of living?

J. Souza

According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

Winder, GA

A 50-year-old former jailer has been charged by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) with cruelty to inmates and violation of oath of office. On Sunday, July 21, the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office requested the GBI to investigate an incident involving one of their jailers, Lolita Lightner of Winder, Georgia.

Former Jailer at Georgia County Jail Arrested

New Jersey State

The cost of living, job opportunities, quality of education and safety are all considered in WalletHub's latest ranking of the best states to live in 2024. WalletHub compared the 50 states based on 51 key indicators of livability. The top five best states to live in 2024 are Massachusetts, Florida,...

Massachusetts Best State In Country To Live

Tennessee State

Maryland Heights, MO

Rapper Nelly (real name Cornell Iral Haynes Jr) was arrested early Wednesday and accused of possessing illegal drugs when trying to collect his jackpot wins at Missouri’s Hollywood Casino and Hotel. According to the Highway Patrol’s arrest report, the 49-year-old artist was taken into custody by Maryland Heights police...

Rapper Nelly Arrested for Illegal Drug Possession When Collecting Casino Wins

Cleveland.com

NewsBreak

Ohio dispensaries rang up $11.5 million in first 5 days of recreational marijuana sales

COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio dispensaries sold just over $11.5 million in flower, vape pods, edibles and other cannabis products in the...

Ohio dispensaries rang up $11.5 million in first 5 days of recreational marijuana sales

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