Columbia, MO

Pigeon Forge, TN

Things at Dollywood are getting a little dangerous. Tucked away in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, Dollywood reigns as one of America’s most beloved theme parks. More than just thrilling rides and delectable food, Dollywood offers a unique experience – a vibrant celebration of country music legend Dolly Parton’s life and career. Parton, who grew up in the nearby area, remains the heart and soul of the park for many visitors.

Dollywood Crisis Escalates with Police Investigation, Dolly Parton Silent

Kansas State

Saint Joseph, MO

NBC News

A 64-year-old Missouri woman with a history of mental illness has been declared innocent by a judge for a murder that she has spent more than four decades behind bars for and that some now suspect a former police officer of. Sandra Hemme's innocence in the November 12, 1980, slaying...

Missouri woman who has served more than 40 years for murder is declared innocent by judge

The US Sun

A SHOPPER had a hilarious response to a store employee who asked to see his receipt. The Walmart customer was leaving the store after being stopped by a greeter who needed to check his receipt.  Instead of refusing, the man happily let the employee check it. He also let him keep the receipt.   The shopper […]

‘Not my problem,’ laughs Walmart shopper who had perfect response to unnecessary receipt check – greeter was fuming

South Carolina State

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Town Talks

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

Mississippi State

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Gulfport, MS

Mississippi News Group

On June 14, 2024, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 15-year-old Lexi Jade Brown, charging her with attempted murder and first-degree arson. The arrest followed a violent incident in the early morning hours according to a press release from teh Gulfport PD.

15 year old charged with attempted murder and arson after victim wakes up being stabbed

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last month, more than twenty individuals were indicted on felony charges in Coffee County. Several of them have recently made local headlines, including Guillermo de la Cruz-Morales, the sole person charged in connection with the disappearance of Maria Diaz, and Cornelius Jamison, accused of cocaine trafficking.

Grand Jury Indicts Over Twenty Individuals on Felony Charges in Coffee County

Mens Journal

A married couple was critically injured after they leaped from a famous bridge when a train interrupted their photo shoot.

Couple Leaps 90 Feet Into Gorge During Photoshoot to Avoid Oncoming Train

NewSantaAna

The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Arkansas State

Baxter County, AR

Law & Crime

Justin James Coddington was arrested and charged with felony domestic battery after he allegedly kicked his pregnant girlfriend in the stomach during a fight over "fuel use."
The post Couple arguing over ‘fuel use’ ends with boyfriend kicking pregnant girlfriend in the stomach: Sheriff first appeared on Law & Crime.

Couple arguing over 'fuel use' ends with boyfriend kicking pregnant girlfriend in the stomach: Sheriff

Missouri State

Springfield, MO

National Weather Force

Severe thunderstorms are expected across Missouri on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. Storms are likely to begin impacting the region from the early afternoon through the evening. The main threats include damaging winds and large hail.

Damaging Winds & Large Hail Expected; Across Missouri Morning – Evening; July 16, 2024

Louisiana State

HuffPost

Although the child fainted as the Republican governor signed the bill into law, he appeared unaware of what was happening directly behind him.

Girl Faints As Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry Signs Ten Commandments Bill

Bacon County, GA

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

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

Wyoming State

WyoFile

Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Manchester, NH

InDepthNH.org

Manchester man faces multiple assault charges in connection with a 2-month old baby. On July 7, at approximately 3 p.m. an unresponsive baby boy was brought to Elliot Hospital.

Man Accused of Assaulting Infant

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Angry Ben

New York City Bakes in Heatwave Until Thursday With Slight Relief. Good morning everyone. Our heatwave in the Northeast is in full gear as mid to upper 90's take hold across NYC are interior parts of the Tri-State area. This is the symptom of a much larger ranging and prolonged heatwave gripping the Southeast and Midwest. This is a hot summer, plain and simple, and we expect relief to be brief in nature; with 80's Thursday - Saturday bouncing back to 90's by Sunday.

Derecho Associated Severe Weather Possible Across Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, and Indiana

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

USA TODAY

I'm fine with Louisiana requiring Ten Commandments posters in classrooms, as long as they note which commandments Donald Trump has broken.

Ten Commandments in Louisiana schools is fine – as long as they note the ones Trump broke

Los Angeles, CA

California, MO

Locations in California, Missouri and Pennsylvania are part of retailer’s plan to build 300+ new stores in next decade. Mass retailer Target Corp. is adding to its nearly 2,000-store network with the opening of three new locations in California, Missouri and Pennsylvania on July 21. Target will open a...

Target’s New Store Openings in July

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NewsBreak

Part of I-70 closed in Columbia closed after crash

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A portion of Interstate 70 in Columbia closed on Monday afternoon after a crash was reported in the eastbound lanes. Boone County Joint...

Part of I-70 closed in Columbia closed after crash

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