Massachusetts State

Columbus, OH

STARTT Act makes our state more welcoming and supportive for people returning from incarceration. On July 22, 2024, the Massachusetts Senate passed Senator Sal DiDomenico’s bill titled An Act relative to successful transition and re-entry to tomorrow for incarcerated persons (STARTT), which would provide a Massachusetts identification card to incarcerated individuals who will soon be reentering our communities. This legislation codifies the Healey Administration’s efforts to provide identification to returning citizens into law.

Senate passes DiDomenico bill to provide returning citizens with identification

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — In recent years, the landscape of gun ownership in the United States has undergone a significant transformation. A new study reveals that protection has become the dominant reason why Americans own firearms, surpassing traditional motivations like hunting or sport shooting. This shift is reshaping not only why people own guns but also who owns them, with more women and racial minorities joining the ranks of gun owners.

65 million people have the same reason for owning guns — they don’t feel safe in America

Gun violence in America continues to be a pressing issue that demands urgent action. Why should stricter gun control be a priority for the nation?. In 2020, over 45,000 Americans died from gun-related injuries. This alarming statistic underscores the urgent need for stricter gun regulations. 2. Frequent Mass Shootings. The...

21 Life-Saving Reasons Why America MUST Demand Gun Control

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

In the United States House of Representatives, legislation that would fully deschedule marijuana and allow expungement of marijuana convictions has gained its 93rd sponsor. Yesterday, Congressmember Greg Landsman (D-OH) officially became a sponsor of the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act, first introduced in April 2023. This addition brings the total number of sponsors to 93, making the SAFE Banking Act the only marijuana-related bill in Congress with more sponsors (124).

Federal Legislation to Decriminalize and Deschedule Marijuana and Allow Expungements Gains 93rd Sponsor

A recent nationwide survey has uncovered a significant shift in American gun ownership patterns, with an estimated 65 million people now owning firearms primarily for protection. This figure represents about 80% of the country’s 81 million gun owners, marking a substantial increase from previous years and reshaping the demographic landscape of firearm ownership in the United States.

Come at me bro: 65 million Americans now own firearms for protection

Virginia State

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

More Americans own guns for personal protection than ever before, a new survey shows.

Most Americans who own guns say they got them for protection, survey shows

South Carolina State

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Town Talks

Navigating North Carolina's Rules on Sleeping in Your Car. As night falls and exhaustion sets in during a long drive, the urge to pull over for a quick nap becomes strong. However, travelers on North Carolina’s highways should be aware that a roadside snooze might come with legal complications.

Is It Illegal To Sleep At A North Carolina Rest Area, Here is What You Need to Know

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

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?

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

Minnesota State

A federal appeals court on Tuesday agreed that Minnesota’s ban on 18- to 20-year-olds from carrying handguns publicly is unconstitutional, the second and largest legal blow yet to the 2003 state statute. The Eighth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals made it almost certain that adults younger than 21 will...

US court agrees Minnesota age limit on carrying handguns in public is unconstitutional

Jacksonville, FL

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Jacksonville Today

A former Jacksonville police officer pleaded guilty Tuesday to enticement of a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Josue Garriga III, 34, faces a mandatory penalty of 10 years to life in federal prison and must register as a sex offender. A sentencing date has not been set.

Former cop pleads guilty to enticing 17-year-old girl

Do you have old guns collecting dust in your home? Whether they’re antique firearms or outdated models, there are many reasons to consider upgrading to a new platform. Here’s how you can efficiently get rid of your old guns and make the most out of your upgrades. Upgrade...

How to Get Rid of Old Guns

Ever wondered what the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) does? This federal agency plays a crucial role in enforcing laws related to alcohol, tobacco, firearms, explosives, and arson. But what makes the ATF so important? For starters, they investigate and prevent federal offenses involving unlawful use, manufacture, and possession of firearms and explosives. They also regulate the alcohol and tobacco industries to ensure compliance with federal laws. Want to know more? Keep reading to uncover 20 fascinating facts about the ATF that highlight its significant impact on public safety and law enforcement.

20 Facts About Bureau Of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, And Explosives (ATF)

Some Virginia fans of The Bold and the Beautiful said they were skeptical when Thomas Forrester (Mathew Atkinswon) asked Hope Spencer (Anikka Noelle) to marry him for a third time on Friday.

The Bold and the Beautiful Spoilers: Thomas was not sincere in his proposal to Hope on Friday

Kansas State

The Associated Press

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — A federal judge in Kansas has refused to block the nationwide enforcement of a Biden administration rule requiring firearms dealers to do background checks of buyers at gun shows, leaving Texas as the only state so far where a legal challenge has succeeded. U.S. District...

Federal judge refuses to block Biden administration rule on gun sales in Kansas, 19 other states

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

West Virginia State

Norfolk, VA

Four Virginians were confirmed to be onboard when the Titanic sank on April 14, 1912. Phillip Acts and Selini Decker, who lived a few blocks apart in Norfolk, died when the ship sank. Richmond native Robert Decker and Eloise Smith, who later moved to Richmond from West Virginia, survived.

There's a reason no remains from the Virginia Titanic victims will ever be found

California State

Grants Pass, OR

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Governor Gavin Newsom released a statement, June 28, on the U.S. Supreme Court ruling City of Grants Pass v. Johnson case. The justices ruled that the city did not violate the Eighth Amendment when they criminalized sleeping in public spaces.

Newsom says court decision allows clearing encampments – advocates say ruling is cruel and unusual

Western Mass News

NewsBreak

Gov. Healey signs bill cracking down on hard-to-trace ‘ghost guns’

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Gov. Healey signs bill cracking down on hard-to-trace ‘ghost guns’

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