Missouri State

Kansas City, MO

Columbus, OH

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Brigid Pfeifer

He may have never landed a breakout role, but his career has held an impact nonetheless. Yesterday, it was revealed to the public and media outlets that actor Tom Bower has passed away. He was 86 years old.

'The Waltons' and 'Die Hard 2' Actor Dies at 86

Lee County, MS

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Verona, MS

Mississippi News Group

Verona, MS - On May 30, 2024, the Lee County Sheriff's Department, in collaboration with the North Mississippi Narcotics Unit, executed a search warrant in Verona, MS, following a prolonged investigation into illegal narcotics sales from a local shop according to a press release from the LCSD.

Lee County Sheriff's Department Executes Major Drug Bust in Verona

Iowa State

Davenport, IA

Fox Business

John Deere has announced another wave of layoffs Friday, telling around 610 production staff at plants in Illinois and Iowa that they will be out of a job by the end of the summer.

John Deere announces mass layoffs in Midwest amid production shift to Mexico

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

Kansas State

DC News Now

Doyle Archer was recently recognized as the oldest active truck driver in the world.

‘I like the freedom’: 90-year-old Kansas man is the world’s oldest truck driver

Georgia State

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

Dubuque, IA

John Deere said layoffs are being made due to reduced demand for products from factories in Illinois and Iowa.

John Deere laying off hundreds of Midwest workers

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

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Clay County, MO

CJ Coombs

Beery, Sr. starred in films from 1913 until he died in 1946. He had a long acting career including the silent film era. His brother who was three years younger, Wallace Beery, was also an actor and an Academy Award winner. His son, Noah Beery, Jr. was a well-known character actor from The Rockford Files.

Actor Noah Beery, Sr. was from Clay County, Missouri and his son was a regular in The Rockford Files

Colorado State

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

The Aurora City Council will hold a public hearing Monday on whether to allow cannabis dispensaries to stay open until midnight. State law allows marijuana dispensaries to stay open until midnight, but some jurisdictions such as Aurora shortened hours to 10 p.m. Council member Curtis Gardner has brought forth the ordinance to lengthen the hours.

Aurora considers midnight dispensary hours

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

BRANSON, MO – The Ozark Mountains, often simply called “The Ozarks”, are a rugged, forested highlands region that spans across five U.S. states in the south-central part of the country. Famous for its natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and unique geological features, the Ozarks are a popular vacation destination. Let’s dive into the specifics of this distinctive region.

Where Are The Ozarks? Where Is Lake Of The Ozarks? You Asked, We Answered!

The Aurora City Council will consider using opioid settlement money Monday to pay for drug treatment for clients of its yet to open homeless services campus. The council will vote during its study session whether to spend money from the fund on a peer advisor, a van to transport clients from the navigation center to treatment, and a case manager. The city will receive about $14 million in opioid settlement funds, according to a presentation by city staff to the city council.

Aurora may send homeless people to rehab

Washington State

Timothy A Gruver

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife reported on Wednesday that Puget Sound summer crab-fishing seasons will get underway the first week of July. Crabbing will be closed July 2-3 in Marine Area 4 east of the Bonilla-Tatoosh line and Marine Areas 5, 6, 8-1, 8-2, 9 and a portion of 12 north of a line projected due east from Ayock Point, according to the department. The given areas will reopen for the July 4 holiday, the WDFW reports.

Summer Crabbing Seasons in Puget Sound: July Opening Dates and Restrictions

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Get ready to meet a tiny pair of Chihuahua mix puppies who are ready to jump straight into your pocket, heart, and life. Manon and Elide are 10 weeks old and brimming with joy. They were rescued from a local shelter and brought into foster care under Great Dog Rescue New England. These girls will soon be heading to Massachusetts where they hope to find their furever family.

Meet Manon & Elide: Two Chihuahua Sisters Searching For Home

New Jersey State

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

There may still be more layoffs to come at John Deere. The ag equipment manufacturer reported a revenue drop of more than 15-percent in the second quarter. The U.S. Department of Agriculture anticipates a drop of about 25-percent in net farm income this year. That's expected to lead to a...

More Deere Job Losses Possible As Farm Revenue Drops

Buford, GA

DeanLand

There's been a whole lotta shakin' goin' on in Northwest Georgia over the past 30 days. And, yes, some of it likely has been in the barn. A total of six earthquakes have been recorded in the northernwestern portion of the state over the past 30 days, according to data from the US Geological Survey (USGS).

6 Earthquakes Shake NW Georgia in 30 Days

NEWARK, N.J. – Naiem Moore, 34, of Newark, admitted to possessing cocaine and heroin for distribution and illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Moore entered his guilty plea before U.S. District Judge Madeline Cox Arleo in Newark federal court.

Man Admits Drug Trafficking & Illegal Firearm Possession

Kansas City, KS

Independence, MO

Riverside, MO

Mission, KS

NewsBreak

Missouri Minute: Kansas City, Rolla miss Tech Hub funding; St. Louis utility rates may rise

Last fall, the federal government designated regions centered around Rolla and Kansas City as among 31 \"Tech Hubs” across the country. The hubs then competed for...

Last fall, the federal government designated regions centered around Rolla and Kansas City as among 31 "Tech Hubs” across the country. The hubs then competed for...

Missouri Minute: Kansas City, Rolla miss Tech Hub funding; St. Louis utility rates may rise

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