We've been independently researching and testing products for over 120 years. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more about our review process. After a long day, there's nothing quite like enjoying a well-decorated bedroom with comfortable sheets, supportive pillows and a blend of calming colors. The right bedroom design scheme can instantly put you at ease, setting you up for at least seven hours of good Zzzs.

11 Things Never to Have in Your Bedroom, According to Interior Designers

Not all living room layouts are created equal, and many people fall victim to six common mistakes when positioning their furniture in this space. We asked designers to share why these layout mistakes are so detrimental and provide tips on how to avoid them. Keep reading for their expert advice.

6 Things Designers Immediately Notice About a Bad Living Room Layout

Summer calls for time on the patio, relaxing with a favorite beverage. After a long winter; however, the patio may not be in the right condition. Here are the ideas for decorating your patio for the summer. Sun Protection. People commonly use sun umbrellas for sun protection. However, umbrellas or...

Ideas for Decorating Your Patio to Be Used in the Summer

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Including doormats, lighting, and planters.

Give Your Front Porch a Summertime Makeover With These 30 Amazon Decor Deals—All Under $50

So you’ve hit the jackpot at the thrift store and found the vintage sofa of your dreams at a deep discount. But then you spot something that could turn this scene into a nightmare—an ugly stain on the fabric that looks at least half as old as the furniture itself.

6 Foolproof Ways to Remove Stains From Thrift Store Finds, According to Pros

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

New York City, NY

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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

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?

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

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  Want to level up your outdoor living space this summer? Head on over to Walmart -- the Walmart website that is -- because we found a really fantastic deal on a top-rated rattan patio furniture set for $200. CBS Essentials readers are going crazy for it: It's our bestselling patio set of 2024.Right now you can get this 4.2-star rated patio set by Costway that includes two single chairs...

Walmart is practically giving away this rattan patio furniture set

A well-loved couch can be subject to lots of embarrassing wear and tear. Worse yet, accidents happen that could ruin this living room staple. For example, pee stains are surprisingly common. Whether it’s from a pet or a person, such stains are easily cleanable with store-bought or homemade solutions.

How to Get Pee Stains and Smells Out of Your Couch Quickly

Known as the “lilac of the South,” crepe myrtles can’t help but impress when they produce their colorful bounty of crepe paper-like flowers from spring through early fall. But if you’ve ever struggled with a crepe myrtle not blooming, there are plenty of techniques to improve the...

5 Reasons Your Crepe Myrtle Isn't Blooming and How to Fix it

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

If brown patches suddenly pop up in your lawn in the middle of summer, the most likely culprit is a fungal disease called, "brown patch." Grass turns brown when it's no longer receiving the proper nutrients, so this could be caused by the disease, underwatering, overwatering, or overfertilization. Brown patches...

5 Simple Fixes for Brown Patches on Your Lawn

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Walmart Is Selling a Wicker Pottery Barn Dupe Patio Set for Under $300

Massachusetts State

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(MA) Meet Winks, an adorable and incredibly strong puppy with a heartbreaking origin. Winks was found unmoving on the side of a road with severe injuries. He had several very infected wounds and was barely holding on when his rescuers rushed him to the vet. Once there, x-rays revealed the horrifying truth that Winks had been shot numerous times around his face and neck. These injuries resulted in him having his eye removed. Despite that, Winks has made a miraculous and full recovery. He certainly does not let his handicap slow him down at his new foster home. Winks was truly given a second chance at life, and now all he needs is a family to call his own.

10-Month-Old Dog Who Was Hit In Face Several Times Now Searching For Family

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

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

The days of guesstimating how much detergent you need to add to your load are over. Laundry detergent sheets are an eco-friendly, liquidless, and lightweight alternative to traditional laundry detergent and laundry pods. By switching, you ditch those heavy detergent bottles and clean up to one large load with something that resembles a dryer sheet.

The 5 Best Laundry Detergent Sheets of 2024

Washington State

Mill Creek, WA

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The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries reported on Wednesday that it fined four roofing contractors more than a million dollars for letting their workers perform on top of homes without fall protection gear, among other safety violations.

Roofing Companies Fined $1.27M for Endangering Workers

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How a Designer Would Actually Decorate Your Patio With Only $200

Is your patio currently a cluttered mess? It’s time for a makeover that won’t blow your budget. To optimize patio time, you’ll want to create a...

How a Designer Would Actually Decorate Your Patio With Only $200

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