Joplin, MO

Columbus, OH

Aurora, CO

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David Heitz

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Denver, CO

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston has become nationally known for moving more than 1,600 homeless people indoors since he has become mayor. Now he wants to place 200 people struggling with mental illness and/or addiction into treatment, according to an upcoming City Council committee agenda.

Denver mayor to send 200 people experiencing homeless to treatment

A pair of migrant families with children living in a homeless encampment in Denver are trying to raise money to buy two trailers with working bathrooms and kitchens, according to Housekeys Action Network Denver, or HAND.

Denver homeless migrant families with children want to buy trailers

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

Going on an adventure? If you are, and if it is your first time, check out these 9 mistakes a new camper makes with a cooler by Playing with Sticks. Knowing these tips will keep your drinks cool for a longer period and will save your food from getting spoiled. Loading your cooler with food and drinks and then throwing in some ice is a recipe for disaster, especially if you are going to camp for days. It might work for overnight camping, but I am sure the ice will just quickly melt and won’t last for hours.

9 Mistakes a New Camper Makes With Their Cooler

Seattle, WA

One glistening day, three teenagers stumbled across a suitcase along the rocky shores of Seattle’s Alki Beach. The inquisitive trio hoped to find something of value as they eagerly unzipped the black bag before setting cameras rolling for a TikTok video. As they hauled the bag from the body...

A couple rented an Airbnb from a ‘friendly’ landlord. Then they wound up dismembered in a suitcase

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Not everyone heeds the old saying "find a penny, pick it up," but anyone who isn't doing it might want to start. That's because a bunch of pennies are worth much more than one cent. According to the Instagram account CoinHubs, a tiny mistake on some pennies has them selling...

Pennies From 2023 Are Worth $600 - Check Your Pockets

Colorado State

Penrose, CO

The Independent

Makayla Pithan Trumbo had been wearing a beautiful necklace containing her mother’s ashes for eight months when she received a frantic phone call last year from her sisters.Something was happening at Return to Nature funeral home, the Colorado funeral home they’d hired to make arrangements after their beloved mother’s February death, they told her. There was a big police presence at the property in Penrose, Makayla’s sisters continued, and reports of bodies that had been stored improperly.Makayla, at first, didn’t worry, reasoning that too much time had passed since her mother’s death for her remains to have been caught up...

I wore my mother’s ashes around my neck. Then I found out her body was abandoned and decomposing in a funeral home

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

New York City, NY

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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

My joints now regularly ache. I’ve had to enact routine morning stretching sessions on top of a semi-regular yoga practice just to feel “normal.” A career spent typing has me worried about arthritis and impending wrist fatigue, and 25 years of snowboarding has whittled my knee cartilage down to almost nothing. I’m not the dirt bag I once was. Yet, I still want to camp as much as possible and more importantly, want my daughter to grow up in the outdoors with her dad. Enter the Luno Air Mattress, a camping mattress custom-fitted to my (or your) vehicle that makes car camping comfortable again.

This Camping Air Mattress Revolutionized My Truck Camping Setup

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

TheFW

It's cool to see 18-wheelers driving down the highway filled with lights dotting the entire trailer or huge sleeping quarters. As long as we're not stuck behind one, the fancier or more unique, whether it's the trucks colors or design, that double-take comes naturally. Those plain semi-trucks are so boring...

What’s That Kiddie Slide Thing Underneath Semi-Trucks?

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Sam's Club Is Selling an Adorable 29-Piece Wooden Picnic Playset for $25, and Kids are Sure to Love It

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12 Things You Should Never Store in an Outdoor Shed

When you think of Fiji, you may dream of walking the long stretches of beach and feeling the soft caress of tropical winds. Or your mind may drift to the water activities, abundant wildlife, and cultural celebrations to explore. Don't forget the history and delicious food, too. It can take a while to figure out which of the over 300 islands in Fiji to visit, but once you do, it's time to pack. While doing so, carefully consider your clothing choices. Whether you find yourself on the unspoiled Yasawa Islands or opt for the remote island of Kadavu, you'll want to include some more conservative options.

The Unexpected Dress Code Tourists Need To Know Before Visiting Fiji

Clarke County, MS

Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

Chicago, IL

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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?

Social media is home to some truly bizarre discoveries — from the rise of the Four Seasons Orlando baby to the birth of the so-called ‘girl dinner’ — but every now and then, a new story emerges overruns our algorithm that seems to take the cake in terms of pure strangeness (and oftentimes, downright hilarity).

The pastor selling land in heaven, explained

Fish those odd, unloved socks out of the drawer and upcycle them into Amber Van Andel’s roly poly sock bear. Maybe you were the not-so-lucky recipient of a bumper pack for Christmas, or perhaps you’ve got spares in the draw whose other half you cannot for the life of you track down.

Cooling towel distribution for the homeless

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