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A key indicator for tracking the spread of COVID-19 has officially reached "high" levels across western U.S. states, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now shows. But the agency says it remains too early to say whether this year's summer COVID-19 surge has arrived nationwide.Levels of SARS-CoV-2 virus showing up in wastewater samples are climbing in most parts of the country, according to figures from the agency through June 27. Health authorities have increasingly relied on analyzing samples from sewers to get a sense of COVID-19 trends, now that cases are largely no longer being tested or reported....

COVID trend reaches "high" levels across western U.S.

COVID-19 cases have been on the rise nationwide this summer, and now wastewater monitoring data suggests a further increase may be underway in the Western part of the U.S. The CDC has updated its wastewater monitoring website to report that the virus that causes COVID, called SARS-CoV-2, is being detected at high levels in some Western states. The Western reporting region includes 13 states and one territory: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.

A Key Indicator of COVID Just Spiked in the Western U.S.

Reuters

(Reuters) -Public health officials in Colorado on Wednesday announced an adult man had tested positive for avian flu after reporting mild symptoms, including conjunctivitis, or pink eye.

Colorado reports human case of bird flu

CBS Detroit

A case of H5 influenza, also known as bird flu or avian influenza, has been confirmed in a man who was working at a dairy farm in northeastern Colorado. That's according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, which said it is the fourth confirmed human case in the United States since an outbreak among cows that appears to have started in March.  The man was working in Northern Colorado and had direct contact with cattle that were infected with avian flu. To this point, the only U.S. cases have been among farmworkers. The CDPHE says the person who...

Bird flu confirmed in a Colorado farmworker

Sweet Home, OR

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Kristy Tallman

LINN COUNTY, Ore. — A tragic accident on Wednesday evening, July 3, 2024, resulted in the death of a 12-year-old boy and serious injuries to two others. The crash occurred at approximately 6:17 p.m. on Highway 20, near milepost 21, involving two Dodge Ram trucks.

Tragic Crash on Hwy 20: 12-Year-Old Killed, Two Others Seriously Injured

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Pennsylvania State

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for portions of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York due to expected storms forecast to move through the area in the coming hours. The Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect through 9pm tonight. An area of strong showers and thunderstorms is moving from...

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Portions of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York

Houston, TX

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Hattiesburg, MS

Mississippi News Group

HATTIESBURG, Miss. – On Friday, June 14, 2024, the Hattiesburg Police Department arrested three individuals in connection with the deadly shooting of 21-year-old Marcus "MJ" Daniels, Jr., charging each with capital murder according to a press release from the Hattiesburg Police.

Multiple teens arrested on Capital Murder charge following death of MJ Daniels

Texas State

Latin Times

The share of immigrants in the workforce has grown steadily over the last 15 years and more rapidly since 2020 as immigrants have returned to work more quickly post COVID-19 than their U.S.-born counterparts. As the U.S. economy increasingly relies on migrant labor, a new study by Brookings shows which states and occupations may see the highest need of foreign-born labor in the years to come.

California, Texas and New York among top states projected to have highest demand for work visas by 2030

CBS Denver

Colorado is in for a temperature rollercoaster for the 4th of July holiday weekend.  Comfortable temperatures Friday will be replaced by a day of heat on Saturday, and a day of cooler weather on Sunday. High temperatures will be in the upper 80's/low 90's Saturday along the Front Range including many neighborhoods in Jefferson County. The sun will be out in full force with dry conditions across I-25.  A cold front arrives Sunday, bringing cooler temperatures and increased rain chances (50%). Highs will be in the mid-70s on Sunday, about 15 degrees below average. 


Colorado is in for a temperature rollercoaster this weekend

Arizona State

GOBankingRates

As the summer heats up, so does the housing market across the greater United States. In some places, it is hotter than others, and in a few, it's downright cold. Two states that have some cities to...

Don’t Buy a Home in These Arizona and Texas Cities That Will Drop in Value Quickly

Population increases often lead to an increase in home prices, as increase in demand and lack of supply can drive prices up. To find the places where a boom in population has also led to an increase...

14 Cities Where the Population and Home Prices Are Booming

Illinois State

Despite increasing drought conditions caused by a heatwave in June, corn silking is ahead of the five-year average in Illinois, according to the USDA Crop Progress report for Illinois for the week ending June 30. USDA’s 2024 corn crop stats. According to UDSA’s Prospective Plantings report published on March...

What is going on with Illinois corn?

Kansas State

Hottter-than-average conditions are most likely from the East Coast westward to the central Rockies. The outlook has trended cooler than the previously-issued forecast for areas near the Canadian border. Parts of the East and Northwest might see a drier-than-usual July, and the north-central states could stay wet. Sign up for...

July Temperature Forecast Trends Hotter In East, A Bit Cooler Along Northern Tier

Bacon County, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

On Monday, a search at a Bacon County home by investigators resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine. However, the suspects are currently not in custody.

Drug Bust Uncovers Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Bacon County Residence

Harris County, TX

City Pulse

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – According to Constable Mark Herman, deputies from Constable Mark Herman's Office responded to a vehicle crash on the 25700 block of the Hardy Toll Road on June 7, 2024. The at-fault driver, Andrea Bernard, fled on foot but was quickly detained and displayed several signs of intoxication.

Woman arrested after defecating, spitting on deputies after hit and run

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

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Ringtown, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

UNION TOWNSHIP – A valley man was killed Wednesday in a lawn mowing accident, firefighters...
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Lawn mowing accident claims life of Ringtown Valley man

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COVID-19 showing up in dozens of Colorado wastewater facilities as summer cases tick up

More than 40 utilities statewide report a steady increase in coronavirus found in wastewater. Only three report a drop, according to the state's COVID-19 dashboard. The...

COVID-19 showing up in dozens of Colorado wastewater facilities as summer cases tick up

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