Utah State

Layton, UT

Columbus, OH

Pennsylvania State

Erie, PA

Fox Weather

What appears to be an alligator was spotted Sunday near swimmers in Erie, Pennsylvania, prompting authorities to look into the reptile’s origins and whereabouts.

Investigation launched after video appears to show alligator swimming in Lake Erie

South Carolina State

Lumberton, NC

A motorist in North Carolina was killed over the weekend after officials say they drove their vehicle into raging floodwaters and were swept away, and with more rain in the forecast for the waterlogged region, the threat of flooding will continue for the next few days.

Driver swept away, killed as raging flooding swamps North Carolina following deadly Tropical Storm Debby

Iowa State

Davenport, IA

A chicken with four legs was born at the Mississippi Valley Fair in Davenport, Iowa. Fair staff said that, aside from having two extra legs, the chicken appeared healthy.

See the four-legged chick with a rare mutation

San Juan County, UT

New York Post

A Wisconsin restaurant owner and his daughter died when they became lost during a scorching hike in a Utah park last week. 

Albino Herrera Espinoza, 52, and Beatriz Herrera, 23, were trekking around the Syncline Loop in Canyonlands National Park on Friday when they lost their way and ran out of water, according to the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office.



The Syncline Loop, which is 8.1 miles long, is described by the National Park Service as the most challenging trail in the park’s Island in the Sky district. 

Temperatures in the area soared above 100 degrees Fahrenheit on Friday.

Coast Guard rescues...

Father and daughter die after getting lost, running out of water on scorching hike in Utah’s Canyonlands National Park

Sullivan, MO

InsideEdition

As his girlfriend kept watch, Tony Charboneau "dug a shallow grave with the tools he gathered, he took out of the wheelchair, and shot and killed" his ex Amy Hogue, according to a probable cause affidavit.

Murdered Grandma Tied to a Wheelchair and Forced to Watch Ex Dig Her Grave Before Being Executed, Say Police

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Herbie J Pilato

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary from Donna Douglas are from an interview with her conducted by the author.]. Donna Douglas, who died of pancreative cancer at 82 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the hollering, rope-wearing, whistle-happy, and critter-cuddling Elly May Clampett on the 1960s classic TV hit, The Beverly Hillbillies.

TV's Beloved 'Beverly Hillbillies' Actress Donna Douglas: Nine Years After Her Death

Bluffton, SC

A video shot Tuesday shows an alligator swimming up to a lawn as a neighborhood in Bluffton, South Carolina, was inundated by heavy rain from Tropical Storm Debby.

Watch: Alligator spotted swimming through Debby floodwaters in South Carolina

Alaska State

Juneau, AK

Many residents of Mendenhall Valley were unable to return home as the nearby Mendenhall River surged with glacial lake water and flooded their neighborhoods.

Alaska declares state disaster emergency as ‘glacial lake outburst’ floods homes, roads

Tennessee State

Las Vegas, NV

A nation of animal lovers – hearts broken and angered – is uniting to help find the person responsible for leaving a dog near a dumpster in a plastic tote sealed with tape in sweltering Las Vegas summer heat last month.

Reward skyrockets after bulldog left to die in taped container as Las Vegas temps reach near 100 degrees

Jacksonville, FL

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Jacksonville Today

A former Jacksonville police officer pleaded guilty Tuesday to enticement of a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Josue Garriga III, 34, faces a mandatory penalty of 10 years to life in federal prison and must register as a sex offender. A sentencing date has not been set.

Former cop pleads guilty to enticing 17-year-old girl

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J. Souza

Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a $1.35 billion behemoth of the sea, has recently been introduced to the world since its maiden voyage on July 19th. The ship, boasting nearly 5,700 passengers and a crew of over 2,200, offers an array of amenities designed to cater to multi-generational families on shorter 3- and 4-day itineraries.

Cruise Passengers Not Happy About Feature on World's Newest Mega Ship

Westfield, PA

Video shot on Friday shows a dog being rescued from flash flooding caused by remnants of Tropical Storm Debby.

Watch: Rescuers save dog from Debby's flooding in northern Pennsylvania

Lafayette County, MS

Mississippi News Group

Written with artificial intelligence assistance. Deputies from the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of possible animal cruelty on County Road 418 on August 4, according to Dark Horse Press. Upon arrival, officers encountered a distressing scene: several malnourished dogs and multiple deceased dogs still attached to their collars and chains.

Man Arrested for Animal Cruelty After Disturbing Discover

Tustin, CA

NewSantaAna

On Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 9:33 PM, three suspects, all with multiple arrests and convictions in Los Angeles County, drove to the City of Tustin to commit a robbery, according to the Tustin Police Department .

Three L.A. County men were arrested for robbing a U.S. Secret Service agent in Tustin

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Yoda, a tiny 9-pound senior Shih Tzu who is ready to steal your heart. This little pup is an older boy who has lived his life loved by a caring owner. Sadly, his owner recently passed away, and their family was not able to take care of Yoda. Luckily, Great Dog Rescue New England was able to take him in and place him safely with a foster. He still has a lot of life left in him, and he hopes to spend the majority of it snoozing in YOUR bed.

This Tiny Shih Tzu Who Lost His Owner Is Now Looking For New Family

Have you ever seen a bridge made of stone? Natural Bridges National Monument in Utah offers a chance to see three stunning stone arches carved by water over thousands of years. These natural wonders, named Sipapu, Kachina, and Owachomo, stand as a testament to nature's power. Hiking trails lead you close to these majestic formations, allowing for breathtaking views and photo opportunities. The area also boasts rich Native American history, with ancient ruins and petroglyphs scattered throughout. Whether you're an avid hiker or a history buff, this monument provides a unique experience you won't forget. Ready to explore? Let's go!

Natural Bridges National Monument – Utah’s Stone Arches

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Booneville, MS

Written with artificial intelligence assistance. The Prentiss County Grand Jury has handed down indictments against two Booneville residents on charges of child endangerment, according to the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department.

Two Women Indicted for Child Endangerment

Tampa, FL

Three men and a woman have been arrested on murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Charles Jones , a Jacksonville rapper known as Julio Foolio,” outside a hotel in Tampa.

4 arrested in slaying of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio

Syracuse, UT

Kaysville, UT

Clearfield, UT

Ogden, UT

Roy, UT

Farmington, UT

Hooper, UT

Centerville, UT

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Father drowns trying to save son who jumped into Utah lake to rescue woman in storm

A Utah father drowned over the weekend while trying to rescue his son, who had jumped into an area lake to save a young woman as...

Father drowns trying to save son who jumped into Utah lake to rescue woman in storm

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