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You may not be able to do much about the massive National Public Data breach, when hackers stole a reported 2.9 billion records last December. But you can check if your Social Security number was leaked and take steps to protect your information if it was stolen. Here's how. According...

Check if Your Social Security Number Is in the National Public Data Breach

Paris, TX

A 24-year-old man from Paris, Texas is facing charges for allegedly attempting to kill his four-month-old daughter by giving her gasoline. According to a report by the Paris Police Department, Bridgemon allegedly gave his daughter gasoline over the weekend, prompting a swift response from law enforcement and emergency services. He was apprehended a short distance away as he attempted to flee the scene.

Young Texas father charged after feeding four month-old baby with gasoline

Colorado State

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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

Supplemental Security Income recipients have already received their payment for the month of August, but what you may not know is that you're set to receive another one before the end of the month. The payment schedule can change month to month depending on what day a month starts on, which is what's happening this time. We'll explain. Also, if you didn't know, you might be getting a boost to the amount of money in your checks later this year.

SSI Payment Schedule: Here's When You'll Get Your Second Check This Month

With age comes experience but also challenges. You'll have to find ways to keep your body healthy, as well as take care of your brain. And as you plan for retirement, you'll have to consider all your options for health insurance. Whether you're eager to retire or you're going to...

You Might Not Have to Enroll in Medicare When You Turn 65

Ohio State

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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

Healthy fats like omega-3s have several benefits for your health. Not only are omega-3s good for your heart, recent research has linked omega-3 consumption with decreasing the risk of age-related hearing conditions. The best part? Omega-3s are found in many food sources, but you can also choose from over-the-counter omega-3 supplements.

Reap the Benefits of Omega-3s With These Heart-Healthy Foods

Food expiration is a soft science at best and those dates stamped on the side of groceries suggest we toss food long before it's actually spoiled. Before you throw out those last few eggs or jar of peanut butter, know that food expiration dates only tell a small part of the story about when it becomes unfit for consumption.

Don't Throw Out 'Expired' Food Without Reading This First

If you've ever tried folding a fitted sheet before, you might have had a nightmare experience that went a little something like this: Violently folding and refolding the sheet, sighing in frustration, cursing and eventually balling it up and throwing it in a heap in some tragic corner of your closet. You don't have to resort to this outcome (though I have many times before knowing what I know now). Many people think folding a fitted sheet is an impossible task that takes a team (or at least several hands) to complete. But it's not that hard once you know how to do it the best way.

An Easy Way to Fold a Fitted Sheet (With Pictures)

Solar generators are becoming increasingly popular with RV enthusiasts, campers and eco-conscious adventurers. Power stations that are compatible with solar panels allow you to recharge a spent battery with the power of the sun, making them perfect for bringing along when you need power even in remote locations. Right now you can get a Jackery 550 power station and solar panel bundle at Lowe's for only $499, a savings of $300. This deal is available only until Aug. 21, so act fast if you want to take advantage of this deal.

Save $300 on This Jackery 550 Solar Generator and Panel at Lowe's for a Limited Time

South Carolina State

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Los Angeles County, CA

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It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

The Lens

This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

Florida State

Uncovering Florida

With hurricane season posing a consistent threat six months out of the year, who would not like a little help getting their home ready for the harsh weather to come? Senate Bill 7028: My Safe Florida Home Program, approved by Governor DeSantis on April 24, 2024, and effective as of July 1, appropriates a one-time total of $200 million from 2024 to 2025 for the purpose of funding hurricane mitigation grants and inspections, as well as outreach and administration costs, to support homeowners in Florida.

DeSantis Signs New Bill Giving $200 Million To Homeowners

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Gov. Greg Abbott vowed to continue busing immigrants north from his state of Texas during the Republican National Convention. But while his declarations were met with roaring applause, are there enough immigrants to do so? It seems that is starting to not be the case anymore. "We have continued busing...

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is running out of migrants to send to Democratic-led cities up north

Certificate of deposit rates are on the way down, but there’s still time to lock in a great rate and maximize your returns. Today’s best CDs offer annual percentage yields, or APYs, up to 5.30% -- more than three times the national average for some terms. And by opening a CD now, you can protect your earnings from additional rate drops.

Best CD Rates Today -- Don’t Let High APYs Pass You By, Aug. 20, 2024

[Note: The quotes and commentary that appear in this article are from an interview the author conducted with David White in 1989.]. Actor David White, who died in 1991, found great success for his best-known and likable performance as the devious advertising executive Larry Tate on the classic TV sitcom,Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972).

'Bewitched' Actor David White Forever Mourned the Tragic Pan Am/Lockerbie Death of His Son

The Denver City Council accepted Monday two grants totaling $24.5 million from the state of Colorado to pay for the homeless navigation campus it opened last year. One council member wants answers as to why wraparound services at the campus aren't up and running.

Denver homeless hotel wins $24.5 million grant, experiences wraparound services delay

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

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How to Get Help With Power Bills in Texas

It's no secret -- Texans are feeling the heat, and not just from the summer sun. Power bills skyrocket during the summer in the Lone Star...

How to Get Help With Power Bills in Texas

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