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

Tiffany Haddish seems to be supportive of her ex-boyfriend Common’s relationship with Jennifer Hudson. In an interview with The Breakfast Club published on Monday, Common, 52, gushed about dating the Chicago-bred singer, 42, saying that she was responsible for helping him feel grounded and connected to his Chicago roots, which has been beneficial for his music.

Tiffany Haddish Responds After Common Says He’d Marry Jennifer Hudson: 'I Hope They Actually Get Married'

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

Butler, PA

Bethel Park School District via 'The Los Angeles Times' / Via latimes.com. The individual identified as the shooter at Donald Trump's rally in Butler, Pennsylvania reportedly failed to make his high school rifle team because he was such a bad shot. 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, who fired eight shots at...

Trump Shooter Was Reportedly Rejected From High School Rifle Team Because He Was a Bad Shot

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?

Mississippi State

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Gulfport, MS

Mississippi News Group

On June 14, 2024, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 15-year-old Lexi Jade Brown, charging her with attempted murder and first-degree arson. The arrest followed a violent incident in the early morning hours according to a press release from teh Gulfport PD.

15 year old charged with attempted murder and arson after victim wakes up being stabbed

Clarke County, MS

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

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

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

Haliey Welch has revealed that she's been getting some thirsty comments since she went viral last month. "They're kinda creepy," Welch said of her DMs, per TMZ. "Toes. They want pictures of my toes. I don't want to sell pictures of my toes." When asked if she would consider starting an OnlyFans page, Welch made it clear that wasn't happening.

Haliey ‘Hawk Tuah’ Welch Says She’s Received ‘Creepy’ DMs Asking for Pictures of Her Feet

A severe Toronto storm evidently flooded Drake's home with dirty water. Drake can't catch a break. Surging through Toronto this week was a severe storm, with major floods impacting residents. One of whom was The Boy, who shared an Instagram Story on Tuesday, with brown water splashing through a section of his mansion.

Drake Posts Video of Toronto Mansion Flooded With Brown Water: 'This Better Be Espresso Martini'

Huntington, NY

With "Baby Haynes" due to arrive soon, Ashanti kept the fun going with a baby shower in Huntington, New York. One baby shower wasn't enough for Ashanti to celebrate the upcoming delivery of her first child with Nelly. The R&B singer recently held a second shower in Huntington, New York, surrounded by family and friends, some of whom probably couldn't attend Ashanti's surprise party at a Dolce & Gabbana store.

Ashanti Holds Second Baby Shower and It’s So Wholesome

Mase says he felt "really disrespected" by J. Prince's decision to publicly call him and Cam’ron out over their assessment of boxer Shakur Stevenson. As you may or may not have seen over the weekend, Prince told the It Is What It Is co-hosts that he "will fade all [Stevenson’s] shots and take all bets" as the fighter’s manager. These remarks were tucked in at the end of a longer caption pointing to stats Prince argues stand in contrast to Mase and Cam's questions about Stevenson's watchability.

Mase Responds to J. Prince Calling Him and Cam’ron Out Over Shakur Stevenson: 'I Wanna Respect You But I Can’t'

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

Charisma reveals that Megachurch pastor Joel Osteen has been criticized again for what are considered to be insensitive comments. On his Twitter/X account, the Texas preacher said the following.

Virginia ministers weigh in on Joel Osteen's comments about blessings

Pennsylvania State

Bucks County Beacon

With an assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania on July 13, 2024, the U.S. experienced another violent episode in its increasingly polarized politics. Former President Trump, who’s about to formally become the GOP nominee for president in the 2024 election, survived the attempted assassination when, initial reports said, a bullet grazed his ear . But one rally attendee was killed , more spectators were injured and the suspected gunman is also dead. The Conversation’s politics editor, Naomi Schalit, spoke with University of Massachusetts, Lowell, scholar Arie Perliger after the event. Perliger offered insight from his study of political violence and assassinations. Given the stark political polarization in the U.S., Perliger said, “it’s not a surprise that eventually people engage in violence.”

‘One Inch from a Potential Civil War’? Trump Shooting a Close Call for American Democracy

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?

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

Aurora, CO

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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

Philadelphia, PA

Joe Bryant has died following a serious stroke. He was 69. Per a report from the Philadelphia Inquirer, itself citing comments from La Salle Explorers head coach Fran Dunphy, the "massive stroke" occurred recently, with Bryant, a.k.a. "Jellybean," ultimately succumbing to the effects. Born in Philadelphia in 1954, Joe’s basketball...

Joe Bryant, Former NBA Player and Kobe's Father, Dead at 69

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New Court Documents Detail How Michael Jackson Died With Over $500 Million in Debt

Michael Jackson accrued a mountain of debt in his life. People reports that the legendary singer’s estate has filed a petition to be reimbursed for various...

New Court Documents Detail How Michael Jackson Died With Over $500 Million in Debt

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