Philadelphia, PA

East Lansdowne, PA

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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

Wisconsin State

Highland Park, IL

Cooper Roberts was just 8 years old when he was left paralyzed after a mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois. Now, two years later, Cooper, who just celebrated his 10th birthday, is beginning to grasp how permanently the shooting changed his life, according to his mom, Keely Roberts.

Mom shares update 2 years after son was paralyzed in July 4 shooting

Wide Open Eats

What is the 4th of July without cookouts, plenty of patriotic flag-waving and of course, fireworks! Those colorful bursts that illuminate the evening sky always prompt oohs and aahs from thrilled spectators. We have taken the effort out of finding the best fireworks displays in each state by doing the...

Where To Find The Best 4th of July Fireworks Displays In Every State

Georgia State

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Coffee County, GA

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

The Coffee County Drug Unit, along with deputies from the department, apprehended two individuals last week in separate incidents, one allegedly found in possession of methamphetamine and the other the subject of a prior narcotics investigation who attempted to evade law enforcement.

Coffee Drug Unit Arrests Two in Separate Incidents; Meth Possession and Fleeing Suspect Apprehended

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Ed Walsh

Today, Friday, June, 14, 2024 is Flag Day. A day to remember and honor the American Flag that stands for the freedoms that we enjoy every day. But Flag Day is not a national nor local holiday.

Mail delivery, US Post Offce service today, Flag Day, Friday, June 14, 2024.

WyoFile

Editor’s note: This story has been updated with more information about the law enforcement response and the area where the shooting took place. Yellowstone National Park rangers shot and killed a person early Thursday morning during an exchange of gunfire that also left a ranger injured, the park announced.

Yellowstone National Park shooting leaves one dead, ranger injured

Las Vegas, NV

July 4th is on a Thursday this year. Expect big crowds in Las Vegas anyway. About 332,000 tourists are expected to visit Las Vegas and surrounding areas for the Independence Day holiday weekend, hospitality industry officials said. Story continues below. The visitor estimation is 3.1 percent higher than the total...

July 4th is on a Thursday this year. Expect big crowds in Las Vegas anyway

Clarke County, MS

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

Pennsylvania State

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Lancaster County, PA

Ash Jurberg

Pennsylvania Cancer Survivor Wins $5 Million Lottery Prize. Donna Osborne, a resident of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, found her life transformed by a combination of luck and timing. A delayed flight led to a chance purchase that made her $5 million richer.

Delayed Flight Leads to $5 Million Win for Pennsylvania Woman

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

USA TODAY

Here's what you need to know about whether U.S. stock markets will be open or closed on the Fourth of July.

Is the stock market open or closed on July 4th 2024? See full holiday schedule

New Jersey State

WashingtonExaminer

On this Independence Day, consider how a very few people, in very dire straits, made the difference for the very existence of the nation we now know as the United States. Consider, too, how one of those very few people was also the final president of the founding generation and how his legacy is forever […]

On this Fourth of July, remember the Spirit of ’76

Jersey City, NJ

NEWARK, N.J. – Two Hudson County, New Jersey, men have been charged in connection with their respective roles in a Jersey City neighborhood street gang that distributed cocaine and heroin, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.

NJ Men Charged in Gang Drug Offenses & Weapon Charges

Los Angeles, CA

TravelNoire

Independence Day, most commonly called the Fourth of July, is a significant day in the history of the United States. Celebrated as the birth of American Independence, July 4 marks the day that Congress signed the Declaration of Independence. This document declared the nation’s independence from British rule and began a new phase for the colonies.

Where To Celebrate Independence Day: Top July 4th Destinations

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Chicago Happenings

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

Delaware County, PA

DELCO.Today

Delaware County is one of the best counties to live in Pennsylvania as well as one of the top 100 in the nation, according to a new report by Niche. To determine the ranking, Niche compared counties in the country based on relevant metrics, such as public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, and local amenities.

Delaware County in Top 100 Best Counties to Live in Nation, 4th in PA

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

The Aurora City Council will consider using opioid settlement money Monday to pay for drug treatment for clients of its yet to open homeless services campus. The council will vote during its study session whether to spend money from the fund on a peer advisor, a van to transport clients from the navigation center to treatment, and a case manager. The city will receive about $14 million in opioid settlement funds, according to a presentation by city staff to the city council.

Aurora may send homeless people to rehab

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Hammy and Cheyanne, two miniature poodles, are in search of their forever home. Weighing 6.3lb and 6.4lb respectively, these sweet pups are a bonded pair with a sad past. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, shares their story, explaining that "Hammy & Cheyanne are cruelty case pups that are a bonded pair. They're from a rural area in Texas. These are a pair of sweet little pups that are in need of a fresh start together!"

Meet The Sweet Little Dogs Who Are Looking For Love

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Upper Darby, PA

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Drexel Hill, PA

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Glenolden, PA

Folcroft, PA

Holmes, PA

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East Lansdowne honors Le family killed in shooting, house fire during Fourth of July parade

PHILADELPHIA - A Delaware County parade that's been a tradition for more than 100 years in East Lansdowne has taken on a special meaning this year...

East Lansdowne honors Le family killed in shooting, house fire during Fourth of July parade

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