Fort Wayne, IN

Douglas, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

Last week, a 23-year-old woman and a 27-year-old man, who both had warrants, were arrested following a traffic stop. On August 21, at approximately 3:00 p.m., a detective with the Coffee County Drug Unit was observing traffic on Hwy 21 North in the Oak Park Community when he noticed a Black GMC Pickup traveling south toward the city. The detective said he observed behavior that he believed to be an indicator of criminal behavior.

Traffic Stop Leads to Multiple Arrests and Drug Seizure in Douglas

Washington, DC

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NewsNinja

A woman says she overheard Texas Roadhouse corporate managers plotting to terminate an employee who is in the intensive care unit (ICU) by baiting her husband with a fake benefits package. The story has sparked outrage in a now-viral TikTok.

Woman catches Texas Roadhouse managers allegedly scheming to terminate an injured worker

Maine State

Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

Georgia State

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DeanLand

Three earthquakes were recorded in Georgia during August, the strongest a 2.4 magnitude which occured far outside of the area where Georgia earthquakes most often occur. The quakes were recorded and reported by the US Geological Survey, which maintains seismograph stations throughout the US.

Rare SE Georgia Earthquake Recorded in August, State's Farthest South in 10 Years

J. Souza

Passengers traveling on Carnival Magic were abruptly cut short of their shore excursion in Grand Turk on Monday as the cruise line issued an urgent alert due to deteriorating weather conditions linked to Hurricane Ernesto.

Carnival Cruise Line Rushes Passengers Back to Ship as Weather Worsens

Dania Beach, FL

Akeena

If you’ve recently shopped at the Walmart Neighborhood Market on East Sheridan Street in Dania Beach, you might want to double-check your purchases. A recent inspection by the Florida Department of Agriculture revealed some alarming issues, including moldy meat and improperly stored chicken.

Moldy Meat and Warm Chicken: Walmart Neighborhood Market  Faces Inspection Troubles in Florida

Kentucky State

Jefferson County, KY

Louisville, KY

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

Melbourne, FL

A Burger King location in Melbourne, Florida, has been temporarily shut down for the third time following since 2023 after a recent state inspection that identified multiple health violations. This incident underscores ongoing concerns regarding the restaurant's adherence to health and safety standards.

A dead lizard, dead roaches, rodent droppings - Florida fast food restaurant closed again

Panama City, FL

For Floridians with a craving for fried chicken, Popeyes is often a top choice, thanks to its distinctive Cajun and Creole flavors. However, a recent state inspection led to the temporary closure of a Popeyes location in Panama City, raising concerns about the restaurant's cleanliness and safety standards.

Popeyes Location Closed Following Serious Issues Found During Inspection in Florida

Salem, OH

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

A recent TikTok video has gone viral, highlighting the strict drug policies enforced by Carnival Cruise Line. In the clip, a passenger named Gloria (@coppertoneqt) recounts an incident involving a drug-sniffing dog that detected illicit substances in a fellow traveler's luggage.

Cruise Passenger Warns of Strict Drug Policies: "Carnival is not playing with y’all"

Arizona State

Arizona Luminaria

WASHINGTON (AP) — A divided Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a Republican push that could have blocked more than 41,000 Arizona voters from casting ballots for president in the closely contested swing state, but allowed some parts of a law requiring proof of citizenship to be enforced.

Supreme Court rejects GOP push to block 41,000 Arizona voters, but partly OKs proof of citizenship law

Minnesota State

Savannah, GA

The Current GA

The Harris-Walz campaign opened its Savannah-area bus tour Wednesday with political pundits across the nation pondering weighty issues of whether the events showed Georgia to be either a red or blue state.

Harris, Walz make barbecue stop in Sandfly

Columbus, OH

The Lantern

One man is dead after a five-hour standoff with police Sunday morning near Ohio State’s South campus. Credit: Lantern File Photo. One man is dead after an over-five-hour-long barricade standoff with the Columbus Division of Police Sunday morning.

One dead after five-hour standoff with police in the University District Sunday morning

Wyoming State

Buffalo, WY

WyoFile

The House Draw Fire burning in northern Wyoming grew to more than 163,000 acres on Thursday — nearly the combined size of Denver and Salt Lake City — threatening structures, prompting evacuation orders and forcing the closure of Interstate 90.

Wildfire burns 163,000 acres in northern Wyoming, forcing evacuations and I-90 closure

New Jersey State

Jersey City, NJ

Morristown Minute

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Two members of a Jersey City gang associated with the Marion Gardens Housing Complex were sentenced to lengthy prison terms for their involvement in multiple shootings and other gang-related crimes, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.

Gang Members Sentenced: 31 Years for Violent Crimes

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Kota, an adorable pup with big paws and an even bigger heart! This 3-year-old Saint Bernard mix girl was once an owned pup living in a home of her own. Sadly, she was surrendered to Great Dog Rescue New England when, for unspecified reasons, her owner became unable to care for her any longer. She is healthy and happy in rescue care but is very much looking forward to her last move. Could it be to your house?

Gentle Giant Pup Is Searching For Love After Owner Forced To Surrender

North Carolina State

Asheville, NC

Town Talks

Why Asheville, North Carolina, is such a hot culinary destination — and where to eat when you visit. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville, North Carolina, has once again claimed the top spot in Yelp's 2022 survey of the best cities for foodies, a title it also held in 2020.

North Carolina City Was Just Named the No. 1 Food Destination in the U.S. — Here's Why

Pinedale, WY

PINEDALE—Rep. Albert Sommers (R-Pinedale) lost to a political newcomer in a close-fought contest for a state Senate seat Tuesday, an upset that ousts one of the most influential figures in Wyoming politics in recent years.

Speaker of the House Sommers loses bid for Senate seat

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

In a moving show of support, the entire Aurora City Council present at Monday’s meeting stood when asked if they thought Kilyn Lewis, a Black man shot dead by police, should still be alive. Council member Alison Coombs was absent.

Aurora council rises from seats for man shot dead by police

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Craigville, IN

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Fort Wayne to receive $1.17 million grant to buy flood-prone properties

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - Mayor Tom Henry and Public Works Director Shan Gunawardena announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency...

Fort Wayne to receive $1.17 million grant to buy flood-prone properties

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