Deland, FL

Volusia County, FL

Columbus, OH

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Lakewood Ranch, FL

New York Post

A Florida ballerina is on trial for murder after prosecutors say she brutally executed her wealthy GOP donor husband because she wanted to be a single mom to their young daughter. 

Ashley Benefield, 32, admits she killed 59-year-old Douglas Benefield in the middle of a contentious custody battle in September 2020 — but she contends that she feared for her life following years of abuse.  

“She was in fear for her life when she was forced to shoot him,” Benefield’s attorney Neil Taylor told the jurors during opening statements Tuesday. 



Prosecutors say Doug was shot while facing away from his...

Prosecutors say ballerina executed wealthy GOP donor husband because she wanted to be a single mom — she says it was self-defense

Clarke County, MS

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Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

Daytona Beach, FL

A Florida man who spent the day drinking with a woman he met at a Daytona Beach pool is accused of dangling her 4-year-old son from a second-floor balcony — and dropping the boy on his head, police said. 

Brandon Gilmore, 31, met the unidentified boy’s mom poolside at the Sandlewood Beach Resort on Saturday, then spent the day drinking with her before taking her son outside the room to “scare him a little bit,” WESH-TV News reported. 

“He was just like swinging in, playing with them,” eyewitness Dasanni Bentley told the outlet. 

Mom confesses to accidentally exposing infant to...

Florida man dropped 4-year-old head first off second-story balcony after drinking with boy’s mom: cops

Chicago, IL

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Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

New York City, NY

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

Prentiss County, MS

Written with A.I. assistance. According to the Prentiss County Sheriff's Department, on June 26, 2024, deputies and narcotics agents were actively searching for an individual who had failed to appear for sentencing in Circuit Court. During their investigation, agents observed a vehicle visiting the suspect's residence and departing shortly afterward.

Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest for Possession of Methamphetamine in Prentiss County

Orlando, FL

Fox News

A three-year-old with autism was reported missing Thursday, only to be discovered deceased hours later in a "body of water" on resort grounds.

Florida toddler with autism found dead at resort after possible drowning: police

Florida State

A law firm rated the most dangerous beaches, taking into account shark attacks and rip currents that kill surfers, and there was only one non-Florida beach in the top 25.

Shark Watch: Top 10 most dangerous beaches involving shark attacks, surfer deaths

WHYI Y100

Here's where you can grab a slice of the best pizza in Florida!

Popular Florida Eatery Serves The Absolute 'Best Pizza' In The State

Memphis, TN

Desoto County, MS

Walls, MS

July 16 - The DeSoto County District Attorney’s Office announced today that 21- year-old Jaheem Cunningham of Walls was sentenced to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty Monday in DeSoto County Court to one count of second-degree murder.

Man to be in Prison for 40 years After Pleading Guilty to Murder

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

Bacon County, GA

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

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

The unthinkable has happened. Again. A gunman has taken multiple lives. The difference this time? It happened here, in Alameda. We are an island, both physically and psychologically. I spend a lot of time explaining to people that our focus is Alameda, and Alameda alone, so our coverage doesn’t usually include stories as horrific as this one.

It Happened Again. Here.

A new law imposed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis went into effect on Monday, and it impacts Walt Disney World Resort guests. On July 1, almost 200 laws passed during the previous Florida legislative session took effect. Among the onslaught of legislation signed by DeSantis came numerous policies that potentially impact Walt Disney World Resort, including bans on intentional balloon releases, lab-grown meat, and legally forced water or breaks for hourly employees.

Ron DeSantis Imposes $158 Fee on Disney World Guests

Virginia State

Roanoke, VA

Daily Detroit News reports that bedbugs can be transported during travel, and studies suggest that residents in the Commonwealth are hesitant to report or talk about bedbug infestations.

Richmond, Roanoke, and Norfolk, Virginia, are alleged to have a high level of bedbugs

Miami, FL

Distractify

There are many different flavors of fraudsters. There is the Elizabeth Holmes type, who claims she got in a little over her head. Then you have the Anna Delvey variety, who appear to be in it for the love of the game. Some people scam out of desperation while others are simply greedy. They will never be satisfied. By all accounts, music mogul Lou Pearlman falls under that last category. He rose to prominence and semi-fame after creating bands like the Backstreet Boys and NSYNC. Pearlman then stole from them, and many others. The former record label owner eventually "plead...

Lou Pearlman Died While Incarcerated With 13 Years Left on His Prison Sentence

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Lake Helen, FL

De Leon Springs, FL

Orange City, FL

Deltona, FL

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Paisley, FL

Pierson, FL

Osteen, FL

Sanford, FL

Eustis, FL

Port Orange, FL

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Orthodox Jews file lawsuit against Volusia County bar City Limits over noise complaint

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. - A group of neighbors joined together to file a lawsuit against a restaurant and bar in DeLand. The group of people suing...

Orthodox Jews file lawsuit against Volusia County bar City Limits over noise complaint

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