New Jersey State

Camden, NJ

Mountain View, CA

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Shenandoah, PA

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The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

SHENANDOAH – State troopers said Friday morning that no foul play was observed in a...
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PSP: No foul play observed in South Bower death investigation

Georgia State

Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Kansas State

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 1,467 children have been reported missing in the U.S. since January 1, 2024, a drop since the figure of 1,533 previously reported. That drop indicates 66 cases were resolved.

15 missing children in Missouri since June 2024: some cases resolved and more added

Salem, OH

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Kentucky State

Jefferson County, KY

Louisville, KY

Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

Stephen Curry is joining a club few professional athletes can relate to: the retail space. Curry is set to be in Asia next week promoting the launch of his Curry 12 shoe with Under Armour, and while over there, the Warriors star will open a Curry Brand store in Chengdu, China.

Steph Curry to Open Curry Brand Retail Store in China

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When you head out on a cruise, you’re most likely thinking about suntan lotions, umbrella cocktails, and endless buffets. You’re not likely to be thinking about disappearing without a trace.

Vanished At Sea: Mysterious Cruise Ship Disappearances

Los Angeles, CA

L.A. TACO

Jose and Aurora Rodriguez founded La Serenata in 1985 in Boyle Heights. That was a pivotal era in L.A.’s Mexican food community, and Jose Rodriguez's culinary pursuits led him to become a pioneer in rejecting the “combination plate” standard laden with soggy tacos and burritos.

This Pioneering Mexican Restaurant Was One of the First in L.A. to Reject ‘Combination Plates’ In 1985. Now, They Are Struggling to Stay Open

NewsNinja

"What am I supposed to do? Walk out holding it?". Too much trash is a big issue in the United States. Consequently, both local governments and businesses are searching for methods to decrease the use of materials to lessen the quantity of waste generated.

Chick-fil-A's customer gets charged for a bag. ‘"What’s next?" she asks

Oxford, MS

The former Ole Miss football player who secretly recorded a fiery conversation with Rebels head football coach Lane Kiffin had his bid to revive his lawsuit against Kiffin and the school denied by a federal appeals court. DeSanto Rollins appealed to the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals after U.S. District...

Federal Appeals Court Sides With Lane Kiffin, Ole Miss in Discrimination Suit

Carrollton, TX

Trailer Empire

In a real estate play that rivals his prowess on the basketball court, former NBA star Shaquille O’Neal has swiftly sold his Texas mansion for $1.7 million, just a month after listing it. This rapid sale not only highlights O’Neal’s shrewdness in property investments but also signifies a significant profit from his original purchase.

Shaquille O’Neal Scores Big in Real Estate: Texas Mansion Sold in Just One Month for $1.7 Million

Richmond, VA

Margaret Minnicks

WRIC 8 News reported that Richmond officials have confirmed that the city’s Greyhound Bus Service, located at 2910 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230, will close in October 2024.

Greyhound Bus Service is moving in October from current location in Richmond, Virginia

Colorado State

Wilmington, NC

Town Talks

Wilmington landed on a list ranking America's cleanest cities. Fortunately for the Port City, it was put in the clean category. American Lung Association, a voluntary health organization whose mission is to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research, ranked 2024's Polluted Cities in America and the top 10 cleanest cities. Wilmington came in 4th on the clean list.

North Carolina City Has Been Named the Most Cleanest City in the State

According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

Seattle, WA

Maria Shimizu Christensen

School may be back in session, but that doesn't mean that summer fun is completely over. After all, the season isn’t technically done until the last day of summer on September 22nd. In the meantime, we’re expecting great weather this weekend, making it perfect for taking the kids out to beat the back to school blues. There’s also plenty going on to keep adults happy.

Big List of Festivals and Family Friendly Events This Weekend

Utah State

Salt Lake City, UT

In this episode of FOS Explains, we dive into the meteoric rise of Ryan Smith, the Utah billionaire transforming Salt Lake City into a major sports hub. From owning the Utah Jazz, Real Salt Lake, and Utah Royals to his latest push to bring the NHL to Salt Lake, Smith is rapidly building an impressive sports empire. Learn how Smith’s strategic acquisitions and ambitious vision are positioning Salt Lake City as the next big American sports destination. Explore his plans for a multi-billion dollar sports and entertainment district and find out what’s next for Utah’s booming sports scene.

The Billionaire Behind Utah’s Sports Boom

Connecticut State

In the case of an online slots game launched by DraftKings in Connecticut last summer, the house always wins. A state investigation found that 522 gamblers played the game over 20,000 times without a single payout. The investigation was first reported by CT Insider. A single player had played the...

DraftKings Hit With $19K Fine For Unwinnable Connecticut Slot Game

Philadelphia, PA

Oaklyn, NJ

Collingswood, NJ

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76ers Weighing New Jersey Move As Philly Plans Face Growing Resistance

After more than two years of singularly pushing to build a downtown Philadelphia arena, the 76ers are at least entertaining the notion of building a facility...

76ers Weighing New Jersey Move As Philly Plans Face Growing Resistance

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