Minneapolis, MN

Georgia State

Detroit, MI

The Independent

For 34 years, the brutal slayings of a brother and sister in Georgia remained a mystery – until a decades-old rape kit led to an arrest.Kenneth Perry, 55, was charged this  week in the deaths of Pamela Sumpter, 43, and John Sumpter, 46, who were stabbed at the Atlanta suburb apartment on July 15, 1990, according to the DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office.John Sumpter died at the scene. His sister Pamela, who was raped and also stabbed, was rushed to the hospital where a rape kit was collected and male DNA belonging to her attacker was found.While in the hospital,...

A pair of siblings were stabbed and the sister’s dying words were that the killer was a man from Detroit. Thirty-four years later, he’s been arrested.

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

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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

Walking into Kramarczuk’s Sausage Co. Inc. in Minneapolis, Minnesota feels like stepping into a vibrant slice of Eastern Europe right in the heart of the Midwest. The warm aroma of freshly baked bread and sizzling sausages envelops you the moment you open the door, making you feel instantly at home.

The Pierogis At This Minnesota Restaurant Are So Good, You’ll Dream About Them For Weeks

Clarke County, MS

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

Iowa State

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Minnesota State

National Weather Force

Severe thunderstorms are forecast across parts of the Upper Mississippi Valley, with risks of damaging winds and large hail on Independence Day. Check below for further details, timing and much more information.

Severe T-Storms with Damaging Winds & Large Hail Possible; Upper MS Valley; Independence Day

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

CBS Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS — While Democrats weigh what's next, politicians are trying to get new Twin Cities voters engaged.The buzz inside Luxe Hair Salon in Uptown is not about haircuts and hairdos, it's all about voting."Because we are in the community, we want to be focused on issues that affect our community and voting is definitely one of them," said Maya Marchelle.Owner Marchelle feels helping the younger generation register to vote and understanding the importance of exercising that right is key to stronger communities. "We always complain about things happening to us. Why not be a part of the solution and that is...

Voting drive at Uptown salon encourages young people to participate in 2024 election

Sag Harbor, NY

The young policeman who apprehended and arrested Justin Timberlake following his night out in Sag Harbor reportedly saved someone's life just days before the singer's DWI incident. According to an insider who spoke with Page Six, the rookie cop named Officer Michael Arkinson, 23, administered Narcan to save a person...

Cop Who Arrested Justin Timberlake Reportedly Saved Someone From Overdosing Days Before Singer's DWI Incident

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

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

WyoFile

Editor’s note: This story has been updated with more information about the law enforcement response and the area where the shooting took place. Yellowstone National Park rangers shot and killed a person early Thursday morning during an exchange of gunfire that also left a ranger injured, the park announced.

Yellowstone National Park shooting leaves one dead, ranger injured

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

Wisconsin State

The governors of Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and South Dakota all issued emergency declarations as recent heavy rains flooded rivers throughout the region. Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers declared a state of emergency for Wisconsin due to not just rain, but also hail, strong winds, thunderstorms and tornadoes. Several rounds of storms occurred from June 21 to June 25.

Rainfall causes evacuations, bridge collapses

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

DeanLand

Georgia's population grew beyond the 11 million mark in 2023, reaching 11,029,227 residents according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. With a robust population increase of 2.9% from 2020 to 2023, 315,456 new residents arrived in the state. Georgia was the 10th fastest-growing state in the US by percentage during the reporting period.

Georgia's Population Surges Past 11 Million, Fueled by Migration

Justin Timberlake was allegedly "wasted" before he was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated in Sag Harbor, New York on Monday night. The New York Post reports an eyewitness at the American Hotel on Monday claimed they saw Timberlake drinking from another bar patron's cocktail after the person went to the bathroom.

Witness Claims Justin Timberlake Was 'Wasted' and Drained Another Person's Drink Before DWI Arrest

Have you ever stopped to wonder how and why hot dogs became the unofficial meal for the Fourth of July? Why do we eat German sausages on America’s birthday?. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce first named the observance of National Hot Dog Month in July 1956. The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council jumped on the opportunity and has declared the month of July as National Hot Dog Month ever since.

Franfurters to Fireworks

Mendota, MN

Hopkins, MN

Maple Plain, MN

Loretto, MN

Navarre, MN

Maple Grove, MN

Minnetonka, MN

Eden Prairie, MN

Circle Pines, MN

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Minneapolis hosts first July 4th fireworks display since 2019

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Despite rain and storms earlier in the day that prompted many other cities to cancel or reschedule their fireworks, Minneapolis' Fourth of...

Minneapolis hosts first July 4th fireworks display since 2019

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