Iowa State

IndyCar driver Sting Ray Robb was among several drivers injured in a crash toward the end of Sunday's Hy-Vee One Step 250 race in Iowa. The accident occurred on the final lap of the race, as Robb hit the back of Alexander Rossi, was launched into the air and flipped over across the track. Ed Carpenter's car went airborne and landed on top of Kyle Kirkwood. Robb was put onto a stretcher and gave a thumbs up as he was loaded into an ambulance.

Sting Ray Robb injured in multi-vehicle crash at the end of IndyCar HyVee One Step 250 race in Iowa

Scott McLaughlin followed up his win at Iowa Speedway with a third-place effort on Sunday and is ready to build on his strong weekend in the oval races to come.

McLaughlin: 'Dont' sleep on us' after Iowa

Scott McLaughlin broke through to take the first oval win of his NTT IndyCar Series career under the light during Saturday (July 13) night’s race at Iowa Speedway. McLaughlin controlled much of the race after beating polesitter Colton Herta off pit road during one of several caution periods which dotted the complexion of the race.

Scott McLaughlin Wins 1st Race of Iowa Doubleheader

The Associated Press

LOND POND, Pa. (AP) — Ryan Blaney still feels like the “silly, quiet kid” he was at 23 when he blazed past Kevin Harvick and Kyle Busch over the final 10 laps in 2017 at Pocono Raceway to win a NASCAR Cup race for the first time. At times, not much in life has changed for Blaney. “I still drink a lot of beer,” Blaney said, before waiting a beat, “probably more.” Blaney chuckled at the thought, but the reality is, at the track he’s long outgrown the mold of a rising NASCAR star. At 30, he’s a certified one as a NASCAR champion and serves as a bit of an elder statesman, promoting the sport this week coast-to-coast from the ESPYS to the “ Today ” show.

Ryan Blaney wins at Pocono to complete NASCAR-IndyCar sweep for Team Penske

Missouri State

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Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the NCMEC, 15 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Not included in that number are those who have been missing in Missouri since June 2024.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Nebraska State

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National Weather Force

Severe thunderstorms are expected across parts of the Northern and Central Plains, with risks of damaging winds, hail, and a few tornadoes. Check below for further details, timing and much more information.

Damaging Winds, Large Hail & Isolated Tornadoes Possible; Northern/Central Plains; July 3, 2024

North Carolina State

Town Talks

The Charlotte Observer reports that four-way stops are an effective way to keep drivers safe on the road. According to the N.C. Department of Transportation, on average, converting intersections into four-way stops — also called “all-way stops” — results in a 68% reduction in total crashes, and 77% reduction in fatal and injury crashes.

Who goes first at a four-way stop? North Carolina law says these drivers have the right-of-way

J. Souza

Cruise ships that sail out of the United States are periodically inspected by the CDC. This ensures cruise passengers are safe and can avoid common illnesses. These surprise inspections can happen twice a year and involve reviews of the ship's kitchen, water systems, hygiene protocols, and many other aspects of the vessel.

8 Cruise Ships That Received Perfect 100 Health Scores with CDC in 2024

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Massachusetts State

Kingston, MA

Dianna Carney

Maziply Toys, an award-winning, independently-owned toy store in Kingston, has recently announced they've opened a new location in Massachusetts. The company, which was founded by Scott and Kerri Mazerall in 2014, started as an online toy store before beginning its brick-and-mortar retail journey in 2015. "Today, Maziply Toys prides itself on being the largest toy store in New England," the company explains on its website. Their first store location, inside the Kingston Collection, offers an array of toys, games, and interactive attractions, including laser tag, a mirror maze, a BEAM virtual playground, and ride-on mechanical animals.

New England's Largest Toy Store Announces New Location In Massachusetts

Colorado State

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Aurora, CO

David Heitz

The Aurora City Council may let the voters decide whether pit bulls should be allowed in the city. The City Council voted Monday to put the issue to a ballot question. The move must be approved again in two weeks to appear on the ballot.

Voters may decide fate of Aurora pit bulls

South Carolina State

Explore Beaufort SC

Manatees are back in Lowcountry waters and residents in the coastal areas of South Carolina should be particularly alert while boating and please report sightings of these gentle giants to SCDNR.

Manatees are back in South Carolina coastal waters

Georgia State

DeanLand

Two rural Georgia counties lost more than 12% of their population over the past three years, leading a worrisome trend in many of Georgia's rural counties and smaller towns. The populations of Telfair County and Stewart County, both largely rural counties with agricultural based economies and located in the Southern half of Georgia, shrunk by more than 12% each from 2020 to 2023, according to data from the US Census Bureau.

Georgia's Fastest Shrinking Rural Counties Share Big Problems

Richmond, VA

Adam Cheek and Anthony Damcott talk about the crash initiated by contact between Kyle Busch and Corey LaJoie, as well as Blaney hitting his stride and more. Adam Cheek joined Frontstretch as a contributing writer in January 2019. A 2020 graduate of VCU, he covered sports there and later spent a year and a half as a sports host on 910 the Fan in Richmond, VA. He's freelanced for Richmond Magazine and the Richmond Times-Dispatch, and also hosts the "Adam Cheek's Sports Week" podcast. Adam has followed racing since the age of three, inheriting the passion from his grandfather, who raced in amateur events up and down the East Coast in the 1950s.

Stock Car Scoop: Breaking Down Kyle Busch vs. Corey LaJoie at Pocono

IndyCar team owner Ed Carpenter called for IndyCar to make changes to the short oval package following two lackluster races at Iowa Speedway. Watch the full interview below:

WATCH: Ed Carpenter calls for improvement from IndyCar on oval product after Iowa

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IndyCar driver Sting Ray Robb was airlifted to the hospital after a horrific crash at Iowa Speedway.

IndyCar News: Sting Ray Robb Walks Free from Hospital After Frightening Collision at Iowa Speedway

Will Power jumped points leader Alex Palou on the final pit stop under green and hung on to win Sunday at Iowa Speedway as the 250-lap race ended with a massive crash involving Sting Ray Robb, Kyle Kirkwood, Alexander Rossi and Ed Carpenter. As Rossi’s No. 7 Dallara-Chevrolet slowed on...

IndyCar at Iowa ends in terrifying crash for Sting Ray Robb, who is in good condition; Power wins race

When will the pit stop ghosts stop haunting Alex Palou?. With the warmer conditions in Sunday’s (July 14) second NTT IndyCar Series race of the weekend made passing almost impossible compared to Saturday’s race. One caution for Augustin Canapino‘s lazy spin during the first round of pit stops...

Alex Palou Among Many Victims of Iowa’s Damaged Racing Product

Another strategy shake-up allowed Ryan Blaney to get to the front of the field, and he didn’t look back after the final restart, earning his second win of the season at Pocono Raceway. Blaney finished two seconds ahead of Denny Hamlin, who passed Alex Bowman late but could not...

Thinkin’ Out Loud at Pocono: Are Ford, Team Penske Peaking Too Early?

NewsBreak

Rinus VeeKay Begins Iowa Doubleheader With 5th-Place Finish

NEWTON, Iowa — When Rinus VeeKay took over fifth place on the 189th lap during Saturday (July 13) night’s Hy-Vee Homefront 250 at Iowa Speedway, the...

Rinus VeeKay Begins Iowa Doubleheader With 5th-Place Finish

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