Delaware State

In the United States House of Representatives, legislation that would fully deschedule marijuana and allow expungement of marijuana convictions has gained its 93rd sponsor. Yesterday, Congressmember Greg Landsman (D-OH) officially became a sponsor of the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act, first introduced in April 2023. This addition brings the total number of sponsors to 93, making the SAFE Banking Act the only marijuana-related bill in Congress with more sponsors (124).

Federal Legislation to Decriminalize and Deschedule Marijuana and Allow Expungements Gains 93rd Sponsor

Corinth, MS

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Dennis, MS

Mississippi News Group

Written with A.I. assistance. In a recent incident reported by the Tishomingo County Sheriff's Department, deputies conducting a routine safety checkpoint on July 16, 2024, at the intersection of Highway 4 and Highway 25 in Dennis, MS, made a significant discovery involving a Corinth resident.

Local Man Arrested on Drug Charges Following Routine Checkpoint

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

Chicago, IL

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 Jersey State

The LA Insider

As of 2024, several peculiar new laws have taken effect across the United States, showcasing the unique and often quirky nature of local legislation:. In Nebraska, bars are now required to cook a kettle of soup if they wish to sell beer. This law ensures that patrons have a hearty meal option alongside their drinks​ (World Population Review)​.

Odd New Laws in Effect Across the U.S. in 2024

Virginia State

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

Polk County, FL

Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

One group is seeking an emergency injunction citing the Supreme Court’s repeal of the Chevron Doctrine

Discrimination relief payments begin as some Black farmers ask courts to include heirs in program

WashingtonExaminer

As marijuana use becomes more mainstream, Sen. Gary Peters (D-MI) is sponsoring legislation that will prevent federal agencies from rejecting applicants if they have smoked a “doobie.” The Dismantling Outdated Obstacles and Barriers to Individual Employment Act, also known as the DOOBIE Act, was introduced to the Senate on July 11 and referred to the […]

Democratic senator leads legislation preventing federal agencies from barring applicants for marijuana use

Georgia State

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Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Orange County, CA

Corcoran, CA

NewSantaAna

CORCORAN – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are investigating the July 28, 2024, death of an incarcerated person at California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility as a homicide.

Pimp arrested in Orange County killed by an inmate at a state prison

Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

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

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

Philadelphia, PA

CBS Philly

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) —   It's a choice that could one day save a person's life. Today is PA Donor Day, a day that challenges Pennsylvanians — and everyone, for that matter — to consider registering as an organ and tissue donor. One organization based in Philadelphia is trying to make a big difference."When you lose a child, I think that's the worst thing that could ever happen to a person," Cynthia London said. "But you can turn it around."London has made it a mission to turn her personal tragedy into hope for others. Her son Sipho Thembla was killed...

His name means "hope" — and his donated organs saved 6 lives

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

Michigan State

Thumbwind Publications

Lansing, Mich. - State Senator Ed McBroom, alongside Representatives Dave Prestin and Greg Markkanen, has called for immediate action from Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) Director Heidi Washington in response to escalating issues within Michigan's prison system. The lawmakers highlighted critical staffing shortages, deteriorating working conditions, and a surge in violence, particularly in Upper Peninsula (U.P.) facilities.

UP Lawmakers Demand Urgent Action on Michigan Prison Staffing Crisis

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

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

South Carolina State

Explore Beaufort SC

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

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Del. begins automated expungement program under \"Clean Slate\" law

The path to a \"clean slate\" in Delaware is now more clear... but, there is still work to do. Tens of thousands of Delawareans have a...

The path to a "clean slate" in Delaware is now more clear... but, there is still work to do. Tens of thousands of Delawareans have a...

Del. begins automated expungement program under "Clean Slate" law

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