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The Largest Solar Power Plant In The World Just Got Switched On

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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

China explicitly declared that rare-earth resources belonged to the state, its latest move to consolidate control over minerals needed for the green energy transition. The announcement came after Beijing this year placed restrictions on the exports of gallium and graphite, which are key to the manufacture of semiconductors and electric vehicles, respectively.

China tightens grip on rare earths in race for green energy transition

Kemmerer, WY

Bechtel celebrates the official groundbreaking of the Natrium Demonstration Project. Bechtel is TerraPower's engineering, procurement, and construction partner on this first-of-a-kind project in Kemmerer, Wyoming. The project is part of the U.S. Department of Energy's Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program. Natrium is an advanced nuclear reactor that uses a sodium-based technology...

Next nuclear power plant in U.S. begins construction

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

Georgia State

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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

Colorado State

David Heitz

There’s a clear, well-bankrolled frontrunner in the race for the Colorado Statehouse District 8, and it’s not Jesse Lashawn Parris. But Parris, a formerly homeless man who lives at Fusion Studios, wants to be seen as the underdog in a district he says has priced out its historically Black neighbors. He said his opponent, Lindsay Gilchrist, is anl LGBTQ activist backed by the Democratic party.

Opinion: Black, LGBT candidates square off in Colorado statehouse District 8

New Jersey State

Travel + Leisure

A new report concluded that LGBTQ+ equality continues to decrease across the nation.

These Are the Best (and Worst) States for LGBTQ+ Americans to Live

McPhersonBuzz News

Sun Bucks Program Overview: USDA Supports Families with Summer Grocery Expenses Application Details and Deadline for Sun Bucks Program According to The U.S. Sun, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has launched the Sun Bucks program to help families cover grocery costs during summer vacation. Eligible families including those receiving SNAP Temporary Assistance for Needy […]

Unlock $120 per Child: USDA’s Sun Bucks Program Helps Families Cover Grocery Costs During Summer Vacation – Apply by July 1!

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Cripple Creek, CO

Colorado Jill

(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

Maine State

Idaho State

Shop with Me Mama

Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

Texas State

WEKU

A federal judge in Texas has partially blocked the government's ban on noncompetes. An estimated 30 million U.S. workers are subject to the employment agreements.

A federal court partially blocks U.S. ban on noncompetes

California State

Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

Washington State

Timothy A Gruver

The Washington State Health Care Authority reports it is launching a new state program, ScalaNW, to expand access to medications for opioid addiction. Starting on Monday, ScalaNW will offer every emergency room clinician with round the clock clinical consultation and educational materials to treat opioid addiction, according to the HCA.

ScalaNW: Expanding ER Access to Opioid Addiction Treatment

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

The global economic collapse is adversely affecting relationships. Some zodiac signs are struggling to pick partners who will stand by them when they are financially unstable. The zodiac greatly affects people’s character. However, it isn’t the only thing you should consider when choosing a lover. Select someone who is understanding and you are compatible. This might be time-consuming but it is worth it. Which reliable zodiac signs are ideal to start a long-term relationship with?

4 Zodiac Signs Who Always Stand Up For Their Partner

Burlington County, NJ

Pablo Estrada, 27, laundered proceeds from a mail fraud scheme, including lottery scams. Florence, NJ – Pablo Estrada, 27, of Burlington County, was sentenced to 33 months in prison for his role in laundering over $4 million obtained from various scams. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced the sentencing today.

Burlington Man's $4M Money Laundering Scheme: 33-Month Sentence

WyoFile

Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

Aurora, CO

A proposal by Aurora Mayor Pro Tem Dustin Zvonek to no longer hear domestic violence cases in Aurora municipal court will be discussed during Monday’s City Council study session.

Aurora court may drop domestic violence cases

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

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New bill could grant citizenship to thousands of U.S. adoptees

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