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A 24-year-old lineman working to restore power from Hurricane Beryl has been arrested in Texas for beating another lineman, who is in critical condition. Galveston police responded to reports of a man lying on the sidewalk in the early morning hours of July 15. The man was found and appeared to have been struck repeatedly on his head and face, police said. The injured man was not identified, but police said the two men were staying at a nearby hotel.

Lineman working Hurricane Beryl restoration arrested for severely beating coworker in Texas

Texas State

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Tom Handy

Before things could settle down over the Houston killing of a 12-year-old by a migrant, two other killings happened in North Texas. On Wednesday, June 26, a migrant who entered the country illegally was arrested for killing two employees at an Irving Chick-fil-A. Oved Bernardo Mendoza Argueta was identified as the shooter by his wife who witnessed the shooting and is an employee of the restaurant.

Illegal Immigrant Kills 2 Chick-fil-A Employees in North Texas

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

Carol Perez

There are lots of places in the US where you don’t necessarily need a car. There might be good public transportation and/or your area might be walkable, but for others, this might not be the case.

Free Car Programs: 16 Ways to Get a Car Without Paying

North Carolina State

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As much as we want our pets to live forever, there will come a day when we have to say goodbye. Holding a memorial service for your pet and laying them to rest can be a great way to begin the healing process.

Can you bury a pet at home in your backyard in North Carolina? Here’s what state law says

Denver, CO

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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

Can You Park in Front of Someone’s Property in North Carolina?. Parking on crowded city streets and neighborhoods can be challenging, and many wonder if it's permissible to park in front of someone’s property. Here's a breakdown of North Carolina's parking rules:

Can I legally park in front of someone’s home? What North Carolina law says

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Oregon State

Youngstown, OH

The Shy Green

A look at some recent news from the pharmacy world. Rite Aid, a familiar name in communities across the country, is facing some tough times. After filing for bankruptcy, they've now announced the closure of four additional locations, adding to the more than 200 stores already shuttered. These closures are part of Rite Aid's strategy to reevaluate its retail presence and navigate through financial challenges.

A well-known pharmacy is closing four more stores because they went bankrupt

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

An advocate for people experiencing homelessness who recently won $130,000 in settlements from the City and County of Denver for violating her civil rights rubbed it in the noses this week of the Englewood City Council.

Homeless advocate paid $130,000 for Denver police settlements blasts Englewood City Council

Georgia State

Lithonia, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Drevion Micah Evans, a 24-year-old resident of Lithonia, Georgia, has been sentenced to federal prison for a series of crimes involving illegal firearms possession and drug trafficking. Chief U.S. District Judge Timothy C. Batten, Sr. handed down a sentence of six years and six months, to be followed by five years of supervised release.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Possessing Illegal Machineguns and Drug Trafficking

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

Aurora, CO

The family of a Black man slain by Aurora police last month while they served a warrant for attempted homicide told Denver officials Monday “blood is on the hands” of the Denver Police Department, too.

Family of Black man slain by Aurora police blames Denver, too

Kansas State

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) helps to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 174 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Since January 1, 2024, there was a total of 1,445 reported missing in the country.

Missing Missouri children as of July 17, 2024, according to the NCMEC

Bucks County Beacon

“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

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.

Gov. Andy Beshear sent a letter to Anne Milgram, administrator for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on Wednesday, expressing his support of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ recommendation that the DEA ease restrictions on marijuana.

Gov. Andy Beshear pens letter to DEA in support of easing federal restrictions on marijuana

Palm Springs, CA

Palm Springs Tribune

The City of Palm Springs recently commenced a Historical Context Study with well known Southern California consultant Architectural Resources Group (ARG) to document the facts surrounding the complex history of Section 14.

City of Palm Springs Commences Section 14 Historical Context Study

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Denton ISD selects first woman as sole finalist for superintendent

The Denton Independent School District Board of Trustees named Susannah O’ Bara, who has a doctorate of education, sole finalist for superintendent. The Trustees are expected...

Denton ISD selects first woman as sole finalist for superintendent

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