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Arizona State

Palm Springs Tribune

In an effort to target traditional Republican voters who are not part of the MAGA movement, the Harris campaign has announced the “Republicans For Harris” movement. The group has secured key endorsements from some high ranking republicans with a notable array of former Trump White House officials, including Stephanie Grisham and Olivia Troye. The group also includes former Secretaries Chuck Hagel and Ray LaHood, as well as former Governors Jim Edgar, Bill Weld, and Christine Todd Whitman. Additionally, it boasts support from former U.S. House members such as Rod Chandler, Tom Coleman, Dave Emery, Wayne Gilchrest, Jim Greenwood, Adam Kinzinger, John LeBoutillier, Susan Molinari, Jack Quinn, Denver Riggleman, Claudine Schneider, Christopher Shays, Peter Smith, Alan Steelman, David Trott, and Joe Walsh. Former GOP State Chair and State Senator Chris Vance is also among the endorsers, along with many others.

Republicans For Harris Group Launches While Trump Insults Key Georgia Republican

Florida State

Jacksonville Today

Republican Donald Trump has a 7-point lead over Democrat Kamala Harris among Florida voters, 49% to 42%, according to a new poll from the University of North Florida. Four percent are backing another candidate, and 6% are undecided or didn’t answer.

New Florida poll: Trump leads; support strong for abortion and recreational weed

Hawaii State

Jackson, WY

WyoFile

JACKSON—Valley residents and visitors sought to catch a glimpse of former President Donald Trump as he twice traversed Jackson Hole in a motorcade to attend an expensive invitation-only fundraiser at the Four Seasons Resort on Saturday.

To Trump or Trump not: Two camps receive former president in Wyoming’s bluest enclave

The New Republic

An “undercover” Mike Lindell is running around the Democratic National Convention arguing with Democrats. Like other right-wingers, including Matt Walsh, the MyPillow CEO has found his way into the DNC sporting a disguise: shaving off his legendary mustache. He announced he did so “in order to go undercover at the DNC and deliver FrankSpeech viewers undercover footage,” referring to his conservative news website. Instead, all he did was fight a child.On Wednesday, the disgraced CEO was spotted fighting with 12-year-old content creator Knowa De Brasco.Lol wow Mike Lindell debates Knowa pic.twitter.com/K5KSCstgYG— Acyn (@Acyn) August 21, 2024Taking questions from the Democratic...

Watch: MyPillow CEO Loses Fight With 12-Year-Old Child at DNC

Mediaite

Other “Republicans for Harris” members are expected to speak at the DNC, including ex-Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) and the former Lt. Gov. of Georgia Geoff Duncan.
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Ex-Trump Press Secretary to Address DNC, Says She Must Speak Out About ‘The Threat He Poses To Our Country’

Virginia State

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Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Meghan Markle's venture into the lifestyle space has not been met with universal acclaim, particularly from one well-known figure: Martha Stewart. Earlier this year, in March, Meghan unveiled her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard. The brand immediately drew comparisons to other celebrity wellness empires, particularly that of culinary icon Martha Stewart. However, these comparisons have reportedly struck a nerve with Stewart, who finds them both "irritating and insulting."

Meghan Markle 'Insulted' Martha Stewart as She 'Won't Hesitate to Take Her Down

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

Beloved actress Nichelle Nichols, who died at 89 in 2022, found fame with her pioneering role as Communications Officer Lt. Nyota Uhura on TV's original Star Trek series (NBC, 1966-1969). She went on to play a groundbreaking role in several feature films and, as an African-American actress, became a beacon of dignity and diversity in Hollywood.

'Star Trek's' Nichelle Nichols Was Not Allowed To Play Secretary 'Peggy Fair' on TV's 'Mannix'

Ohio State

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

North Carolina State

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Liberty, NC

Alamogordo Conservative Daily

Kai Liam Nix, a 20-year-old soldier at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, also known as Kai Brazelton, was arrested last week and detained following the hearing Monday. According to court records, he’s set to appear in court again Thursday to determine whether he will be released and the conditions of his possible release.

Soldier Belonging to White Supremacy Group Indicted on Multiple Firearms Charges

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

Boone, NC

Town Talks

Looking for a laid-back summer getaway? North Carolina has you covered with its charming small towns, perfect for a long weekend escape. Southern Living recently recognized our state by including four North Carolina towns in their list of "The 15 Most Adorable Small Towns for a Summer Getaway."

4 North Carolina Small Towns Named Most Adorable In The South

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

New Jersey State

Los Angeles, CA

It's been 40 years since actor Jon-Erik Hexum died of an accidental self-inflicted gun shot on October 18, 1984 in Los Angeles. He was only 26 years old, and this is his story.

In Memory of Actor Jon-Erik Hexum:  40 Years After His Accidental, Self-Inflicted Tragic Death

Yusef Salaam, an exonerated Central Park Five member, discussed the wrongful convictions and the support received from Vice President Kamala Harris at the DNC. He emphasized the need for Donald Trump to apologize for his past racist comments and actions regarding the Central Park Five.

Hear the powerful words of the Exonerated Five at the DNC

Uncovering Florida

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

Minnesota State

The NPR Network will be reporting live from Chicago throughout the week bringing you the latest on the Democratic National Convention. Sen. Amy Klobuchar and vice presidential hopeful Tim Walz have been close friends for a long time. But just how close are the two Minnesotans?. “My mother-in-law brought them...

Tonight at the DNC, Sen. Amy Klobuchar will tout the bona fides of Minnesota bestie Tim Walz

Chicago, IL

The NPR Network will be reporting live from Chicago throughout the week bringing you the latest on the Democratic National Convention. Kamala Harris took the stage for a surprise appearance at the first night of the DNC. Harris addressed the crowd and the raucous applause saying she wanted to kick...

Kamala Harris makes a surprise appearance on the first night of the DNC

[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

Daily Mail

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Michigan state Senator Mallory McMorrow showed up to the DNC with a comically oversized book intended to represent Trump’s Project 2025

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Michigan state Senator Mallory McMorrow showed up to the DNC with a comically oversized book intended to represent Trump’s Project 2025

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