Montana State

Lincoln, MT

Columbus, OH

New Mexico State

Ruidoso, NM

CBS DFW

Residents of the southern New Mexico village of Ruidoso  were ordered to flee their homes Monday without even taking time to grab any belongings due to a fast-moving wildfire. "GO NOW: Do not attempt to gather belongings or protect your home. Evacuate immediately," officials with Ruidoso, home to 7,000 people, said on its website and in social media posts at about 7 p.m.George Ducker, communications coordinator for the New Mexico state Forestry Division, told CBS News the South Fork Fire started Monday morning and was able to spread quickly because of the combination of heat, strong winds and the...

New Mexico village orders all residents to evacuate due to raging wildfire

Daily Mail

A group of 13 young hikers who went missing in the heart of a raging wildfire in California were found alive after a desperate search.

California wildfires: 13 missing hikers trapped in Tahoe National Forest are found as hundreds are evacuated from homes as inferno chars 5,000 acres

Colorado State

California State

Deseret News

Wildfires are sweeping across the nation, with firefighters actively fighting 62 large wildfires, according to data from the Emergency Fire Center. The fires have eaten up over 700,000 acres. Some of the fires have been raging for weeks in the heat, leaving communities in a smoke-filled haze. Here are the states battling active large fires currently: Here are some notable developing situations to keep tabs on.

See photos of wildfires blazing through the West

Virginia State

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Cheryl E Preston

You may have seen tennis shoes across telephone wires in Virginia and wondered about their significance.I was initially told this was done in honor of someone who had died from gun violence in the area.

Tennis shoes on wires across Virginia have different meanings

New York City, NY

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

Margaret Minnicks

WVTF reported that a new Virginia law will become effective on July 1, 2024. The law will prevent utility companies from disconnecting services on various occasions, which could leave someone without power for days.

A new law will keep utilities from being disconnected on weekends and holidays in Virginia

Oregon State

La Pine, OR

Scripps News

A wind-driven wildfire spread Wednesday outside a central Oregon community, where authorities urged the evacuation of numerous homes and businesses.

Evacuations urged in central Oregon as 'Darlene 3' wildfire spreads rapidly

Jacksonville, FL

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Jacksonville Today

A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

Vision Pet Care

Cats are cherished companions, captivating us with their grace, independence, and playful antics. A question often pondered by cat enthusiasts is, "How long do cats really live?" Understanding the typical lifespans of our feline friends can help us provide the best care throughout their lives. This article delves into the factors affecting cat longevity, the average lifespan of different breeds, and ways to ensure a long, healthy life for your cat.

Typical Cat Lifespans - How Long Do They Really Live?

Tupelo, MS

Mississippi News Group

Traci D. Franklin, a 52-year-old resident of Tupelo, was arrested by the Tupelo Police Department on June 28, 2024, following the issuance of a Lee County Circuit Court Capias Warrant.

Tupelo police make arrest on woman for not returning rental property to Best Way

UPI News

Gov. Tina Kotek has declared a state of emergency over the threat caused by wildfires burning tens of thousands of acres throughout Oregon.

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek declares state of emergency over wildfire threat

Louisiana State

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The Lens

More than 15,000 people across Louisiana have been kicked off of state food-stamp rolls in recent months. The cuts date back to October 1, when federal officials reinstated work requirements that had been waived statewide for years and set aside nationally during the pandemic, according to data from the state Department of Children and Families Services (DCFS) – which administers the federally funded Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food-stamp program.

15k Louisianans lose food stamps due to reinstated federal work requirements

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last month, more than twenty individuals were indicted on felony charges in Coffee County. Several of them have recently made local headlines, including Guillermo de la Cruz-Morales, the sole person charged in connection with the disappearance of Maria Diaz, and Cornelius Jamison, accused of cocaine trafficking.

Grand Jury Indicts Over Twenty Individuals on Felony Charges in Coffee County

New York Post

Peace out!

Hundreds of modern-day hippies who form a commune known as the “Rainbow Family” are being kicked out of their campsites at a California national forest with the threat of fines and jail time. 

The US Forest Service ordered about 500 of the permitless campers to leave Plumas National Forest within 48 hours on Wednesday or face a fine of up to $5,000 and/or prison time of up to six months, according to the vacate order. 

The California eviction is the first time the Rainbow Family of Living Light — a loose-knit group of free-spirited people who gather to camp...

Hundreds of modern-day hippies known as ‘Rainbow Family’  ordered to leave California forest — or face fines

Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

Bacon County, GA

On Monday, a search at a Bacon County home by investigators resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine. However, the suspects are currently not in custody.

Drug Bust Uncovers Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Bacon County Residence

Santa Ana, CA

NewSantaAna

Over the weekend, SAPD police detectives served a narcotic related search warrant in the area of 4200 W. 5th Street involving a documented gang member. As he was leaving his residence, the subject was detained and detectives searched the home.

The SAPD arrested a gang member and seized a large bags of drugs and a gun

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

Nevada State

Belmont, CA

Explore Eureka, Belmont, and Aurora, forgotten gold rush towns in Nevada. Eureka boasts a rich history since the 1860s, blending cultural landmarks with modern attractions. Belmont, once bustling, now stands as a well-preserved ghost town, showcasing mining’s transient nature. Aurora, a once-thriving gold rush town, reflects Nevada’s boom-and-bust past. These towns, with faded glory and rugged landscapes, mirror the rise and fall of mining communities.

3 Forgotten Gold Rush Towns in Nevada

Helmville, MT

Ovando, MT

Marysville, MT

Canyon Creek, MT

Avon, MT

Garrison, MT

Wolf Creek, MT

NewsBreak

10-acre wildfire prompts evacuation warning near Lincoln

MISSOULA, Mont. — Firefighters are on the scene of a new fire burning outside of Lincoln, Montana. A Montana DNRC engine responded to a fire 1.5...

10-acre wildfire prompts evacuation warning near Lincoln

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