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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

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Dollar General Just Kicked Off a 90% Off Sale on Pet Items

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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

Consumers are still feeling the pinch at grocery stores, so it can feel extra good to get a freebie when you shop at your favorite supermarket. Several grocery chains around the country offer such freebies to shoppers. And there is no catch — you do not have to make a purchase to qualify for your gratis goodie.

6 Things You Can Get for Free at Grocery Stores

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If you have ever had bed bugs before, you may have nightmares or at least some discomfort thinking about them. They are a nasty crossbreed of tick and cockroach that sustains itself on blood and can go without food for months. How on earth are you supposed to get rid of them once they've established their home inside of yours? With the following three tips, you will be able to keep your home free of these creepy crawlies without the use of harsh chemicals or environmentally harmful solutions.

Bed Bugs: 3 Genius Ways to Help Get Rid of and Prevent Infestation

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Here's where you can enjoy a basket of them most delicious fries in Illinois!

Popular Illinois Eatery Serves The Absolute 'Best Fries' In The State

The second round of Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) payments will be sent out by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) today. Eligible households will receive a new Summer EBT card with $120 per child starting on July 19. Households will receive only one card with the full benefit amount for all eligible children.

Second Round of Summer EBT Payments Going Out

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The woman who shot a video of a hydrothermal explosion in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday morning told WyoFile she and her family were terrified as the blast sent boiling water and rocks skyward, destroying parts of a boardwalk, its guardrail and a nearby bench.

Yellowstone hydrothermal explosion: ‘We were terrified’

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One way to fight inflation is to purchase everyday items at a dollar store. Keep reading to learn about 10 purchases you don't want to miss.

10 Things You Should Always Buy at a Dollar Store

Retirement is the time to sit back, relax, and enjoy the fruits of your labor. However, it also often comes with a fixed income that, in turn, requires smart financial management. One of the best budget-stretching strategies for retirees is shopping at dollar stores. These stores (which are 37,000 strong) offer a wide array of products at significantly lower prices than their traditional counterparts, making them an excellent choice for budget-conscious retirees. Retirees can achieve substantial cost savings while still enjoying quality products. Keep reading to find out how this can benefit you and your budget!

10 Items Retirees Should Buy at the Dollar Store to Save Big

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	A federal appeals court has ruled that Walmart will be required to face a class-action lawsuit alleging that it charges consumers higher prices at the register than advertised on the shelf. Nike Shareholder Files Class Action Over Brand's Lackluster DTC Sales Strategy




	Yoram Kahn first filed the lawsuit in 2022, alleging that “Walmart’s shelf pricing frequently misrepresents the prices consumers are charged at the point of sale. As a result, consumers fall victim to a classic ‘bait and switch,’ and unknowingly overpay Walmart a higher price for the falsely advertised merchandise at checkout.”




	But in 2023, the Illinois district court where Kahn...

Walmart Faces Class Action Alleging ‘Bait-and-Switch’ Pricing Practices

Manchester, NH

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Manchester man faces multiple assault charges in connection with a 2-month old baby. On July 7, at approximately 3 p.m. an unresponsive baby boy was brought to Elliot Hospital.

Man Accused of Assaulting Infant

Newark, NJ

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NEWARK, N.J. – An Essex County man has been charged with numerous offenses related to narcotics distribution and firearms trafficking. Kyrell Domnie, 39, of Irvington, known by the alias "Fly Ky," was charged by complaint and appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Cathy L. Waldor in Newark federal court on July 17, 2024. He remains detained following the hearing.

Convicted Felon Faces Multiple Narcotics and Firearms Charges

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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?

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

Costco’s Readywise Emergency Food Bucket, nicknamed the “apocalypse bucket,” has garnered significant attention on social media. Priced at $79.99, this kit provides 150 freeze-dried and dehydrated meal servings, designed to last up to 25 years. Its tagline promises “readiness in the face of uncertainty.”. The bucket...

Costco now sells an ‘apocalypse bucket’ with food that lasts 25 years: All about it

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Sign up for Chalkbeat’s free weekly newsletter to keep up with how education is changing across the U.S.Millions of children in six states won’t get federally backed summer food benefits they’re eligible for until just before school starts. And in Delaware, Montana, and Nevada, half a million kids won’t get them until the new school year begins.Summer EBT, also known as SUN Bucks, provides low-income families with $120 per school-age child to buy groceries over the summer. It’s a rare example of a pandemic-era program that Congress made permanent, and most states are offering it for the first time this...

Summer EBT delays have left families waiting weeks or months for crucial food benefits

Latin Times

The online food ordering and delivery service DoorDash recently announced that customers can use their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to order food on the app. The program is designed to benefit low-income households, La Opinion reports. The initiative is the result of a strategic partnership with Forage, a...

DoorDash will now allow SNAP recipients to check out groceries with their EBT cards

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

The US Sun

WALMART customers are fuming over the store's new carts, claiming they're too large for shorter shoppers. A shopping cart is essential for any trip to Walmart. Select stores nationwide have rolled out new shopping carts with cupholders and even a spot to store phones while shopping. However, customers pointed out...

Walmart customers boycott store over new cart change claiming they ‘hurt’ your arms – and vow to shop at Publix instead

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Meals on Wheels ramps up for big increase in food deliveries

Editor’s note: This story accompanies Joerg Metzner’s photo essay on a day in the life of Meals on Wheels Northeastern Illinois, which you can view here....

Meals on Wheels ramps up for big increase in food deliveries

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