Illinois State

Hawaii State

Honolulu, HI

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As a Honolulu local, this is what I wish people knew about before they visited Hawaii, from important phrases to crucial travel rules and mistakes.

I was born and raised in Honolulu. Here are 7 things I wish tourists knew before they visited Hawaii.

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Galveston, TX

A relaxing day at the beach turned into a (mildly) frustrating encounter for a local who observed tourists flouting the rules at the park. "When I looked behind me, I see this," the beachgoer posted on Reddit in the r/mildlyinfuriating community, sharing a photo of people hanging out on top of the sand dunes. In the image, a sign next to the tourists clearly reads: "Please keep off the sea oats & dunes."

Beachgoer shares frustrating encounter with visitor ignoring warning signs: 'I don't get why people do this'

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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

Georgia State

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Coffee County, GA

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

Sixteen guests were trapped hundreds of feet in the air after a roller coaster malfunctioned, triggering an immediate emergency response. When visiting their favorite theme park, getting stuck aboard a high-speed, hundred-feel-tall roller coaster is undoubtedly the last thing to cross guests’ minds. Unfortunately, over a dozen parkgoers recently faced this traumatizing situation at a popular theme park.

Emergency Response Confirmed: Over a Dozen Guests Trapped Hundreds of Feet in the Air After Roller Coaster Malfunction

Florida State

Key West, FL

The Associated Press

MIAMI (AP) — A group of more than a hundred Haitian migrants arrived in a sailboat off the lower Florida Keys on early morning Wednesday, local and federal officials said. The boat arrived about 100 yards (91 meters) away from a condominium in Key West at 4:00 a.m., and shortly after that law enforcement officers arrived to the scene, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office said. Most of the 118 migrants were male, but the group also included women and children, the Sheriff’s Office said.

More than a hundred Haitian migrants arrived in a sailboat off the Florida Keys

Texas State

South Padre Island, TX

Several people were bitten by sharks in separate attacks at Texas and Florida beaches on the Fourth of July, authorities said.

At least 4 people were bitten in shark attacks in Texas and Florida since the Fourth of July

Monday newsletters always feature top 10 travel lists to inspire. Today: Top 10 most expensive hotel rooms in the world. They say money can’t buy happiness, but it sure can buy you some happy moments in one of the world’s most lavish hotel suites. So, if money is no object for you and you’re looking for your next premium getaway, here ‘s a list of the 10 most expensive hotel rooms in the world, ranging in price from $30,000 USD per night to a mind-boggling $100,000 per night. From villas that frame spectacular ocean views to penthouse suites that offer urban panoramas, these pricy hotel rooms have it all.

Top 10 most expensive hotel rooms in the world

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

TheStreet

Carnival, Royal Caribbean, MSC Cruises and all other cruise lines will make tough choices when bad weather hits.

What to expect on a cruise ship during a hurricane

Adel, GA

Last Friday, two men were arrested on charges following a joint investigation into drug trafficking in Adel, culminating in a search at their home. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), the search took place on Friday, June 28, at the residence of 28-year-old Shyiem Marquon Banks and 36-year-old Roderick Dion Collins. Investigators discovered a substantial quantity of drugs, including 210 grams of suspected methamphetamine, 3.2 pounds of suspected marijuana, 13 grams of suspected alpha-PVP (Flakka/bath salts), over 90 suspected oxycodone tablets, and 2 firearms.

Two Arrested in South Georgia Drug Bust Uncovering Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and Firearms

South Carolina State

Between the surf, sun, and sand, it’s no wonder that many of us find ourselves frequently dreaming about the beach. Whether you live in a landlocked locale or simply haven’t made it to the shore for a while, the beach is undoubtedly a restorative place to kick back and relax or have some family fun. And one state with some of the most amazing beaches around is South Carolina.

These 15 Beaches in South Carolina Are Truly Magical

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

People have different levels of maturity. An individual’s age or upbringing can make them possess certain traits. Yet, most people believe that one matures as they grow old. On the contrary, some zodiac signs appear childish in old age. They are jumpy and careless. This strains their relationships with signs who misunderstand them. Air and fire signs are temperamental and some people refer to them as being childish. How can you identify an immature sign?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Immature

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

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Ringtown, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

UNION TOWNSHIP – A valley man was killed Wednesday in a lawn mowing accident, firefighters...
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Lawn mowing accident claims life of Ringtown Valley man

Chicago, IL

USA TODAY

Taylor Casey, 41, is missing in the Bahamas after going to Paradise Island for a yoga certification retreat and not being heard from in nearly week.

Chicago woman missing in Bahamas after going for yoga certification retreat, police say

Editor’s note: This story has been updated with more information about the law enforcement response and the area where the shooting took place. Yellowstone National Park rangers shot and killed a person early Thursday morning during an exchange of gunfire that also left a ranger injured, the park announced.

Yellowstone National Park shooting leaves one dead, ranger injured

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Former WIFR employee reflects on frightening Hurricane Beryl experience

NEGRIL, Jamaica (WIFR) - It’s something a Midwest man never expected to experience; While on vacation with his family, Hurricane Beryl barrels in, causing damage outside...

Former WIFR employee reflects on frightening Hurricane Beryl experience

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