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Trenton, NJ

Trenton, NJ — A little less equipment and a little more politeness and patience has R Melina at the top of her game entering Saturday’s $525,000 Hambletonian Oaks for 3-year-old female trotters at The Meadowlands. A daughter of Chapter Seven-Goodtogo Hanover, R Melina is the 5-2 second choice...

R Melina takes aim at Oaks glory

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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

Orange County, CA

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Corcoran, CA

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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

Frankfort, KY

Columbus, OH — Russell Bennett Hundley, 67, died July 31, 2024. Born on Sept. 10, 1956, he was the beloved son of the late John W. and Doris (Burdette). He was the devoted husband of Dorothy, with whom he shared 39 wonderful years of marriage. He was a cherished brother to Robert (Beverly), Doug, and Mark. As a father, he was treasured by his children, Rachel and Ben, who will always remember his unwavering support and love.

Russell Hundley, 67, dies

Chicago, IL

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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?

Yonkers, NY

Yonkers, NY — Persistent heavy thunderstorms over the track forced MGM Yonkers Raceway management to cancel the remainder of Saturday night’s (Aug. 3) program after race two. MGM Yonkers Raceway is currently operating on a Monday/Tuesday and Thursday through Saturday live racing schedule with post time at 7...

Thunderstorms cause early end to Saturday’s card at Yonkers

Virginia State

Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

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Grove City, OH

Grove City, OH — The Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association today announced that it has decided to move in a different direction and has relieved Renee Mancino of her duties as Executive Director. “I would like to thank Renee for her efforts over the last nine and a half...

Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association relieves Mancino of duties

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

Kentucky State

Lexington, KY

Lexington, KY — Kentuckiana Farms is excited to announce the release of its new farm commercial for Hambletonian weekend. Kentuckiana has now bred, raised or sold 45 millionaires since its inception — a new $1 million winner each year. In association with our long standing and valued partners, Kentuckiana continues to lead the way each year in producing champions.

Kentuckiana releases new farm commercial

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

Hampton, VA

Like South Boston, Langley Speedway was also rained out as lingering thunderstorms put a halt to MGL Granite Race Night in Hampton, Virginia. The event would have been headlined by a 100 lap feature for the Late Model Stock division, which has a tremendous championship battle between Greg Edwards, Mark Wertz, Danny Edwards Jr. and Woody Howard.

Rain nixes Langley Speedway, 100 lap Late Model race

Saline, MI

Columbus, OH — James “Jim” M. McKee, 79, of Saline, Mich., died July 31, 2024. He was born in Williamson, W.Va., to parents AJ and Emma on May 5, 1945. He graduated from Belfry High School in Belfry, Ky., where he achieved an all-star title for several sports.

James McKee, 79, dies

South Carolina State

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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

Massachusetts State

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(MA) Get ready to open your heart to a wiry bundle of love named Chunk. This 2-year-old Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier mix pup recently came into rescue for heartbreaking reasons. Though he started his life as a cared for and well-loved pup, Chunk's owner sadly passed away, leaving Chunk all by his lonesome.

Meet Chunk: A Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Now Looking For Love

Oxford, MS

It's been a summer full of first-time winners in the Super Late Model division at Oxford Plains Speedway, and that trend continued Saturday night. Evan Roy scored his first career Oxford Championship Series Super Late Model win on Saturday, becoming the fourth new winner in the series this year. Other first-time winners this season include Dominic Curit, Sylas Ripley and Dalton Gagnon.

Evan Roy Joins Wave of First-Time Winners in Oxford Championship Series Super Late Models

Colorado State

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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

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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

The Lens

This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

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Legendary Hanover dominates in Cane; Rocket Deo holds sway in Shady Daisy

East Rutherford, NJ — Legendary Hanover kicked off a huge day of stakes action on Saturday (Aug. 3) at the Meadowlands with a track- and stakes-record...

Legendary Hanover dominates in Cane; Rocket Deo holds sway in Shady Daisy

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