Illinois State

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

New Jersey State

Fortune

Lottery officials in New Jersey say the winner of a $1.13 billion Mega Millions lottery in March has yet to come forward to claim the prize. And if they don’t emerge before next March, they’ll forfeit those winnings. Whoever won the lottery overcame some impressive odds to do...

Someone won $1 billion through the Mega Millions lottery and has yet to claim their winning ticket

Maryland State

Chesapeake, VA

Fox Business

Latoya Burke of Chesapeake, Virginia, won six times in one drawing, after her exact five Pick 5 numbers were drawn. She bought six tickets, winning $180,000.

Virginia woman wins lottery 6 times in one day: 'A little extra fun'

Washington State

The US Sun

SOMEONE in Washington became a millionaire overnight when they hit the jackpot but have yet to claim their prize. Washington State’s Lotto game costs just $1 for two plays but earned a lucky winner $1.3 million. The winnings come from the June 22 drawing, and the ticket was bought in Auburn, about 30 minutes south […]

Lottery officials urge to check numbers as mystery $1.3m Lotto ticket remains – and deadline is approaching

Salisbury, MD

A MARYLAND lottery player hit the jackpot when her lunch break excursion won her $150,000. After a series of scheduling conflicts, the player was finally gifted her prize money which came out to over $49,000 less than expected. A grocery store employee, identified only by the nickname Yeyo, made the fateful decision to purchase lottery […]

Lottery scratch-off player wins $150,000 on lunch break – after a schedule snafu she wasn’t given a choice and lost $49k

New York City, NY

Batavia, NY

LUCK was on the side of a lottery player from New York, who scored a $3 million top prize on a scratch-off ticket. However, the player didn’t get to keep all the cash and was immediately forced to say goodbye to over half the prize. Anthony Gallo from Batavia, New York – about 35 miles […]

Lottery player scores $3 million top prize from a $10 scratch-off but immediately had to give up over half the money

North Carolina State

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The lucky winner had recently moved to the state shortly before scoring a huge lottery prize.

North Carolina Man Celebrates Huge Lottery Win That Came 'At A Good Time'

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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

Arkansas State

Bentonville, AR

At its annual summit in early April, retail giant Walmart convened various lottery industry vendors and suppliers and revealed, more or less: Walmart is preparing a push from lottery bystander to active participant and competitor, with plans to launch an app that it may eventually equip with iLottery capabilities. Story...

Walmart is preparing major push into lottery sector

Chicago, IL

Alright, Land of Lincoln lovers, it’s time to uncover the unique slang that makes Illinois so Chi-riffic! Grab your deep-dish pizza and get comfy, because we’re about to explore 15 terms that only true Illinoisans will understand. Let’s hit the road!. Chi-Town. A beloved nickname for Chicago....

15 Slang Words Only People from Illinois Know

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

Foodie in Chicago

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?

River Grove, IL

WKSC 103.5 KISS FM

Searching for an affordable place to enjoy delicious food in Illinois? We've got your next dinner plans below!

Popular Illinois Restaurant Serves The 'Best $12 Meal' In The Entire State

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Coral Gables, FL

Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

Morristown Minute

A new initiative aims to provide housing for vulnerable Medicaid members, enhancing community wellness and support. MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - In a significant move to tackle housing instability among Medicaid recipients, New Jersey's Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman, along with Community Affairs Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suárez, today announced the availability of $95 million in funding for developers. This initiative, part of the Healthy Homes program, is designed to create affordable housing opportunities for NJ FamilyCare members who are either homeless, at risk of homelessness, or currently living in institutional settings.

$95 Million for Healthy Homes: Housing for Medicaid Members

Wyoming State

WyoFile

Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

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Illinois Lottery celebrates 50th anniversary with cash prizes

CHICAGO - The Illinois Lottery is celebrating its 50th anniversary this Thursday by taking a nostalgic journey back to 1974!. From 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.,...

Illinois Lottery celebrates 50th anniversary with cash prizes

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