Kansas City, MO

Paris, KY

(NewsNation) — The family and friends of Jocelyn Nungaray, whose body was discovered last week in a north Houston creek, will say their final goodbye Thursday as the 12-year-old is laid to rest. Investigators believe Jocelyn snuck out of her home on Sunday, June 16. According to court documents,...

Jocelyn Nungaray: Funeral services underway for Texas girl

Illinois State

Alton, IL

(NewsNation) — Part of an Illinois soccer field built over a mine was swallowed up by a sinkhole Wednesday. The incident took place around 9:15 a.m. at Gordon Moore Park in Alton, Illinois, a small town on the eastern banks of the Mississippi. Officials say no one was injured.

Sinkhole swallows part of Illinois soccer field

Chicago, IL

(NewsNation) — The Royal Bahamas Police Force have allocated search efforts to the waters as they continue to look for 41-year-old Chicagoan Taylor Casey. Casey’s not been seen since the evening of June 19 when she disappeared during a yoga retreat in the Bahamas. Her disappearance was first...

Search for missing woman Taylor Casey expanded

North Carolina State

Holden Beach, NC

HOLDEN BEACH, North Carolina (WJW) – A northeast Ohio woman is recovering after she took a hit from a stingray while vacationing in the Carolinas. Tieryn Cotterman, 44, of Jackson Township said she was boogie boarding with family at Holden Beach, North Carolina when she was stung on Sunday, June 16. Cotterman said she was about waist deep when she felt “a sharp stab” to her foot.

Stringray sends Ohio woman to North Carolina ER — twice

Jacksonville, FL

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Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence and his wife, Marissa, are expecting a baby. The couple posted pictures on their social media accounts Thursday afternoon with the caption “A little Lawrence on the way.”

A little Lawrence is on the way

(NewsNation) — Instagram and Threads users voiced concerns Wednesday when the platforms appeared to limit the political content users see when they open the apps, despite their personal settings. A Meta spokesperson responded on Threads, saying the change wasn’t intentional. Journalists and political figures took to social media...

Fewer political posts on Instagram? Check your settings

Maine State

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Idaho State

Shop with Me Mama

Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

Colorado State

Cripple Creek, CO

Colorado Jill

(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

Los Angeles, CA

(NewsNation) — You can see a lot on Google Maps, including a satellite image of what appears to be the U.S. military’s prototype uncrewed submarine. Dubbed the “Manta Ray” because of its shape, the image of an underwater drone at a naval base near Los Angeles has garnered attention in recent days.

Giant underwater US drone pictured in satellite images

Missouri State

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Joplin, MO

CJ Coombs

The location of the Undercliff Grill & Bar has some interesting history. It's a family-owned venue located at 6385 Old Highway 71 in Tipton Ford, Missouri according to its website. This restaurant might be a hidden gem if you're looking for an interesting dining experience under a cliff.

Yes, that's a cliff: the Undercliff Grill & Bar in Joplin, Missouri

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Massachusetts State

Scituate, MA

Dianna Carney

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced an adorable dog named Daisy, a gentle and loving little lady who has sadly lost her beloved owner and is now looking for a new loving home. This 7-year-old, 22 lb dog, has been described by the Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts as "100% an absolute delight."

Meet The Happy Little Dog Who Lost Her Owner Now Looking For Love

Atlanta, GA

(NewsNation) — Former President Donald Trump will address a group of donors at a watch party following CNN’s presidential debate in Atlanta on Thursday, contrasting with President Joe Biden, who will address his supporters, NewsNation has learned. The two will face each other on a debate stage for...

Trump to address donors, Biden focuses on supporters post-debate

Arkansas State

Branson, MO

Many believe the cryptid Ozark Howler is simply a folk monster like Momo. The Ozark Howler has been brought forward in oral traditions as a creature of the Ozark Mountains. The Ozark Mountains span parts of Missouri and Arkansas and have been home to this legendary creature that has captured the imagination of many. This elusive animal has been described as a large, black, and shaggy creature. Some say it looks like a very large cat. It's also been reported in numerous sightings, stories of which have been passed down through generations. Many wonder if the Ozark Howler is a real creature or simply a myth.

Missouri's Ozark Mountains: legend of the Ozark Howler and whether it's fact or fiction

Sow Many Plants

Growing cucumbers is one of my favorite things to do in the summer. They are easy to grow and everyone in my family loves to eat them. When it comes to gardening and preserving, few delights are as universally cherished as the cucumber. This versatile vegetable offers the freshest crunch in salads and the tangiest bite in pickles. It's no wonder cucumbers have earned their place as a staple in home gardens, thanks to their versatility and ease of growth.

Growing Cucumbers

According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

South Carolina State

Georgia State

(NewsNation) — President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump will face off in the first presidential debate Thursday in Georgia, a battleground state that could ultimately decide the 2024 Election. Georgia as a swing state. After going red in six consecutive elections, Biden was able to flip the...

Here’s which voters will decide the presidential race in Georgia

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – There are 11 banks currently in the process of closing in California, according to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). The closings, in addition to the 80 previous bank closures in 2024, are attributed to a move towards online banking.

11 bank branches closing soon in California – 80 closures so far in 2024

Kansas City, KS

Independence, MO

Riverside, MO

Mission, KS

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Chiefs Super Bowl ring features 529 diamonds, 38 rubies, 1 glaring typo

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Chiefs celebrated their Super Bowl 58 victory with a ring ceremony on Thursday. While the 14.8-carat rings are a...

Chiefs Super Bowl ring features 529 diamonds, 38 rubies, 1 glaring typo

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