Flint, MI

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Michigan State

CBS News

Back-to-back days of severe weather brought widespread flooding across the Midwest — and even a tsunami on Lake Michigan. It wasn't the typical kind of tsunami caused by seismic activity, but footage of the weather event showed how dangerous rising tides can be.The event that transpired on the shores of Lake Michigan is known as a "meteotsunami," which according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are large waves driven by air-pressure disturbances that often come with severe thunderstorms and squalls. When the storm hits, it creates a large wave that moves toward the shore. The Great Lakes are no stranger...

Meteotsunami strikes Lake Michigan shore

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J. Souza

A fight between passengers marred the final night of a Carnival Cruise Line sailing on June 6th. The incident, which unfolded in the Lido Deck dining room onboard the Carnival Paradise, involved a group of women and resulted in thrown chairs and plates.

Cruise Ship Fight Near Buffet Captured on Camera, Passengers Banned for Life

North Carolina State

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Town Talks

A Raleigh suburb is the safest town in North Carolina, a new report finds. Fuquay-Varina ranks No. 1 on a list of smaller cities boasting lower crime rates and a lower financial toll on residents, according to results published by Moneygeek.

The safest place to live in North Carolina? This ranks as the state’s No. 1 town

Orlando, FL

Layla Hildreth went viral for hand-making a Disney Princess and the Frog-themed prom dress. Disney Imagineers recently acknowledged her abilities by inviting her to preview the new Tiana’s Bayou Adventure attraction. Disney’s new Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will open in the Magic Kingdom on June 28 at Walt Disney World in Orlando.

Teen who hand-made Princess Tiana-inspired prom dress gets special invite to showcase at Disney

Put the guns down, folks, because Disney has officially shut down its opening-day shooting attraction, removing the idea of real guns from the Magic Kingdom. Walt Disney, a visionary in animation and entertainment, harbored a long-held dream of creating a place where families could escape into a world of fantasy and adventure. Disneyland, which opened in 1955, was the first manifestation of this dream. However, Disney aspired to create something even grander – a complete vacation destination brimming with magic.

Disney Ends 53 Year Legacy, Thousands of Tourists Receive Shutdown Notice

Jacksonville, FL

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Jacksonville Today

A controversial plan to build a Chick-fil-A restaurant in Jacksonville’s Oceanway community cleared another hurdle this week. City Council’s Land Use & Zoning committee voted 6-1 on Tuesday to approve the restaurant on Bradley Cove Road and Lady Lake Road, next to the North Creek subdivision and across the street from First Coast High School.

Controversial Chick-fil-A moves ahead in Oceanway

Detroit, MI

Michigan Advance

With tears of joy, 32-year-old Satin Adams of Detroit shared that she is the first person in her immediate family to be a homeowner.  “I was ready to buy a home,” the mother of six said about living in the federally subsidized Martin Luther King Jr. apartments in Detroit until December. “I wanted a backyard.”  […]
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Biden administration official announces funding for housing assistance program in Detroit

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Marriage is considered the most sacred phase of a relationship. Not everybody is blessed to have a lasting partner committed to marriage. But do you know this trait can most likely be found through their zodiac sign? That's true. Zodiac signs play a pivotal role in deciding a person's traits, including their willingness to marry.

4 Zodiac Signs Most Likely to Embrace the Joys of Marriage

Ghostbusters fans rejoice: Universal Studios Florida is bringing back an iconic and beloved franchise to the theme park more significant and better than ever. ‘Ghostbusters’ Gears up for Triumphant Return to Universal Studios Florida. Universal Studios Florida Halloween Horror Nights will introduce a brand-new haunted house inspired by Sony...

‘Ghostbusters’ Attraction Coming to Universal Parks, Major Announcement Revealed

Missouri State

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The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

WyoFile

Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

Maine State

Idaho State

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Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

For many, Space Mountain at Disneyland Park is a pinnacle of the Disney experience. This iconic attraction takes guests on a thrilling journey through the darkness of space, offering an exhilarating roller coaster ride unlike any other. As visitors board their space vessels and prepare for launch, the anticipation builds for the adventure that lies ahead.

Disney Announces Summer Closure of Space Mountain, Sparks Fan Backlash

Florida State

Fort Myers, FL

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So, if I were to quiz you on which Florida city is experiencing the fastest growth, you might toss out names like Miami or Tampa, right? Well, hold onto your hats because it turns out, Fort Myers, often dubbed the "City Of Palms," is the place that's really buzzing with growth.

Recent Study Declares Fort Myers, FL, as America's Fastest-Growing City

Georgia State

Hollywood, FL

Ada E.

In the summer of 2020, the tranquil landscape of Hollywood, Florida was shattered by the mysterious disappearance of Leila Cavett, a 21-year-old single mother. Her case, marked by unsettling twists, continues to haunt both the local community and law enforcement agencies.

Leila Cavett, 21, was last seen in Florida 2020, after traveling from Georgia

With one swipe of his pen, Governor Ron DeSantis has defunded Florida museums and art programs by $32 million, decimating a hugely popular and financially sound state industry. At the same time, the far-right politician is diverting billions of taxpayer dollars to Disney, causing critics to rage about his priorities.

Governor DeSantis Defunds Florida Museums While Diverting Funds to Disney World

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Georgia's population grew beyond the 11 million mark in 2023, reaching 11,029,227 residents according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. With a robust population increase of 2.9% from 2020 to 2023, 315,456 new residents arrived in the state. Georgia was the 10th fastest-growing state in the US by percentage during the reporting period.

Georgia's Population Surges Past 11 Million, Fueled by Migration

Colorado State

The Finance and Governance Committee of the Denver City Council voted Tuesday to ask voters whether the U.S. citizenship requirement for police and firefighters should be dropped.

Committee OKs removing citizenship requirement for police, firefighters in Denver

Former teacher Jeffrey Clayton, convicted of lewd behavior with a student at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, walked briskly up to the Duval County Courthouse on Friday carrying a small backpack.

Former Douglas Anderson teacher sentenced to 10 years

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‘You Are Welcome Here’, Flint’s 14th annual Pride Gay Festival draws thousands

FLINT, MI – Rainbows reflected off the shining Flint River water as thousands of people descended...

‘You Are Welcome Here’, Flint’s 14th annual Pride Gay Festival draws thousands

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