Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Chicago, IL

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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?

New York City, NY

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

Influencer-turned-boxer Jake Paul has taken the combat sports world by storm, picking up numerous victories against former UFC legends such as Nate Diaz, Anderson Silva and Tyron Woodley. ‘The Problem Child’ was originally set to take on boxing icon Mike Tyson on Netflix, but the match was delayed to November...

Jake Paul has admitted that his July 20 boxing match against Mike Perry could put his next fight against Mike Tyson at risk.

Kick staff have responded to frustration from viewers over “missing” features that have been promised in the past. Since its launch in late 2022, Kick has revealed plans for various features that they would like to add to the site. However, they have been slow to roll them out.

Kick staff responds to frustration over missing promised features

Indiana State

Franklin, IN

A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

House of the Dragon is currently hiding a dragon that could finally defeat the Green’s colossal and deadly threat, Vhagar. House of the Dragon Season 2 continues to show how dragons like Vhagar are the biggest threat in the Targaryen civil war. Between Lucerys’ death in Season 1 and...

House of the Dragon is hiding a dragon that could beat Vhagar

Virginia State

Virginia Wendy Williams fans, this is your July 2024 update on the former talk show host. Her best friend of 44 years, Regina Schell, has shared recent concerns with TV Show Aces and says she has not seen or talked to Wendy in more than a year.

Wendy Williams fans are worried after her best friend claims not to have heard from her in a year

TikTok user @kbcrayons is a kindergarten educator who regularly posts activity ideas for parents and fellow teachers. In one of her latest videos, she took to Target to review some of the back-to-school items that are currently on sale. One of the things that she picked up was a colorful...

There’s a pencil box currently stocked at Target that’s making its rounds on TikTok, becoming a viral sensation, but not everyone is impressed.

For audiences craving a little bit of disaster, Twisters is sure to hit the spot. Starring Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones, there’s really only one way to watch this magnificent storm. Almost three decades after the original Twister, the new movie is putting a modern spin on Oklahoma’s most...

How to watch Twisters – Is it streaming?

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie who is looking for her forever home. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet Joannie: The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Looking For Love

Epic Games has received backlash from Fortnite players after discovering that the original “cheap” V-Bucks vouchers have been replaced with more “expensive” versions in their local stores. Fortnite has been selling physical V-Bucks, skin and cosmetic reward vouchers for years. These can be purchased from stores...

Fortnite community slam Epic over death of classic “cheap” V-Bucks deal

Aurora, CO

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

House of the Dragon fans are worried about Helaena’s fate after watching the trailer for Season 2 Episode 6. Things could not be worse for the two warring factions in House of the Dragon Season 2 as Team Black lost their strongest dragonrider in Rhaenys, while Aegon, Team Green’s king, is currently burnt to a crisp.

House of the Dragon fans are worried about Helaena after Episode 6 trailer

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

2024’s CDL Championship weekend is now in focus and with it, the conclusion of the season as the top eight teams duke it out. While you’re watching you can get your hands on some exclusive rewards, so here is everything you need to know about the rewards on offer.

How to get CDL Championship 2024 drops: All viewership rewards & cosmetics

Egg Roll is a one-year-old, 34lb American Bully who has recently been introduced by Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue located in Massachusetts. This charming, round little dog is looking for his forever home and comes with a delightful personality and some special quirks.

Meet Egg Roll: The Round Little Snuggle Buddy Looking For Love

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Popeyes replaces ‘Big Box’ with even bigger $20 Box

The Big Box offered by Popeyes is a new staple of the chain, guaranteed to satisfy all your cravings, but now, they’ve got an even bigger...

Popeyes replaces ‘Big Box’ with even bigger $20 Box

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