Los Angeles, CA

Columbus, OH

The Standard

More than 1,000 people have been evacuated after a fire ripped through an area near Los Angeles. Hundreds of firefighters have been tackling the blaze which has already torn through 4,400 acres. The Californian fire department warned that even more residents could be evacuated if the fire continued to rage. In a statement they said: "Residents are reminded to remain vigilant and be prepared to evacuate if fire activity changes.”Dramatic pictures showed firefighters battling to contain surrounding flames on Saturday night.California State Park Services evacuated people from the Hungry Valley recreation area in Gorman and both Hungry Valley and the Pyramid Lake reservoir were closed. The blaze started about 1.45pm on Saturday while an investigation has been launched into the cause of the fire.The fire was moving southeast toward Pyramid Lake and crews were constructing perimeter fire lines while aircraft worked against limited visibility to stop the fire's progress, the fire department said.The South Coast Air Quality Management District posted an alert on X as it warned residents of Castaic and Santa Clarita to stay indoors and use an air conditioner or purifier such was the density of the smoke. 

Hundreds evacuated as wildfire rips through area of California

Santa Cruz, CA

A California man spent ten days stranded in the mountains after he got lost on a hike, relying in part on large volumes of water to survive.

Hiker missing for 10 days in California mountains survived by drinking a gallon of water each day

Palm Springs, CA

You can use the Palm Spring as a launching-off point for exploring some of the top attractions of the surrounding Coachella Valley. Unique attractions associated with Route 66 line the region's roads. Highlights. Complete List & Map. Amboy Crater. Amboy Crater preserves an extinct North American cinder cone volcano crater...

22 Best Day Trips from Palm Springs

Utah State

Moab, UT

Fox News

Family of Ray and Maranda Ankofski say the couple was last heard from on Friday near the Steel Bender Off Road Trail area in Moab, Utah.

Couple missing in Utah may have been swept away in flash flood while exploring trail on UTV

Santa Barbara County, CA

Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch was threatened with foreclosure, but his Estate was able to step in and save it. The Estate now has a more formidable job against Mother Nature.

Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch Imperiled by SoCal Wild Fire

Maine State

Mecca, CA

New York Post

A couple hiking in the desert near Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California was rescued after they were forced to huddle from the searing sun when they ran out of water in 100-degree-plus heat.

The pair was hiking on Ladder Canyon Trail in Mecca on June 9 when they called for medical aid, the Associated Press reported. The man said his girlfriend was dehydrated and weak. 

Temperatures that day in the area — one of the hottest spots in the US — reached 103 degrees, according to National Weather Service records.

Wildfire north of Los Angeles spreads as authorities evacuate 1,200...

Couple rescued in California desert after water runs out: video

Illinois State

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Chicago, IL

Chicago Happenings

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

Dozens of tourists say they fell ill on a recent visit to a popular and picturesque stretch of waterfalls deep in a gorge neighboring Grand Canyon National Park.

Mystery as huge group of people fall violently-ill while hiking through remote part of Grand Canyon

Yosemite National Park, CA

Madera County, CA

The bodies of a California couple were recovered from a waterfall near Yosemite National Park over the weekend. The bodies were identified as Monica Ledesma and James Hall. They were discovered near Angel Falls not far from Yosemite National Park in central California. Rescuers discovered Ledesma’s body on Wednesday, June...

California Couple’s Bodies Recovered From Waterfall Near Yosemite National Park

Nevada State

A mysterious monolith has appeared in the Nevada desert over the weekend, sparking speculation as to what it may be and who is behind it. The structure was spotted by the Las Vegas Police Department, who said they saw it during a search and rescue mission north of the Las Vegas Valley.

Mystery monolith appears in Nevada desert

California State

ABC News

Firefighters battling flames amid a heat wave in Southern California are struggling to gain control of a wildfire that has exploded to more than 13,000 acres.

California wildfires latest: Neverland Ranch in path of massive blaze

Clarke County, MS

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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

Harris County, TX

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City Pulse

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – According to Constable Mark Herman, deputies from Constable Mark Herman's Office responded to a vehicle crash on the 25700 block of the Hardy Toll Road on June 7, 2024. The at-fault driver, Andrea Bernard, fled on foot but was quickly detained and displayed several signs of intoxication.

Woman arrested after defecating, spitting on deputies after hit and run

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

Nick Davies

In the vast, sun-baked expanse of Death Valley, one of the most enduring and perplexing mysteries of modern times unfolded. It’s a story of adventure turned tragic, a tale that has baffled investigators and captured the imagination of many. This is the story of the Death Valley Germans.

Vanishing in Death Valley: A Desert Mystery

Fresno, CA

A 4-year-old California boy who wandered away from a campground in the Sierra National Forest was found safe after spending 22 hours alone in the wilderness, authorities said.

A search-and-rescue team of about 50 officers and volunteers set out around 11 a.m. Thursday after the child was reported missing from the camping site surrounded by dense forest north of Fresno.

The boy, from Torrance near Los Angeles, was last seen wearing shorts and a T-shirt, the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office said.



Calif. hiker missing in Santa Cruz mountains for 10 days drank a gallon of water out of boot daily to survive

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California boy, 4, who disappeared from campground found safe after 22 hours alone in wilderness

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

All of these cats are currently looking for a place to call home and have heard it through the grapevine that you've got some pretty nice digs. If you fancy any of them, consider clicking on their links and getting in touch with their respective shelter. All of these cats are in the greater Kansas City area.

Five cats that would love to move in with you

Salt Lake City, UT

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) - The sweeping water took another life in a rafting accident along the Green River inside the Dinosaur National Monument. Captain Michael Harp of the Salt Lake City Fire Department was the victim of the accident on Thursday. The Monument staff was notified that a boat...

Fatal rafting accident at Dinosaur National Monument

Meet Rocky; he’s a three-year-old black and white coated “cow paint” dog at the Carson Animal Shelter in California. Sadly, Rocky, who is deaf, is beginning to shut down. More than two months ago, (75+ days ago) Rocky was picked up by animal control officers as a stray wearing his halter, but his person never came looking for him. How does anyone explain that to Rocky?

Three-year-old deaf dog at California shelter found wearing harness sadly waits for his person to return

New Jersey State

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

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

Glendale, CA

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Alhambra, CA

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Universal City, CA

Inglewood, CA

NewsBreak

LAFD Conducts Daring Rescue of Exhausted 66-Year-Old Hiker in Santa Monica Mountains

A 66-year-old female hiker was rescued by the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) after suffering from exhaustion while on the Bienveneda Trail in the Santa Monica...

LAFD Conducts Daring Rescue of Exhausted 66-Year-Old Hiker in Santa Monica Mountains

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