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In a move that echoes the broader challenges faced by chain restaurants across Florida, Hooters has recently shuttered several of its locations—including four notable ones right here in the Sunshine State. This decision brings Florida's count down to just 38 Hooters restaurants, marking a significant reduction in the chain's presence in its birth state.

Major restaurant chain has closed lots of stores, including four in Florida, with only 38 left

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

The US Sun

SERENA Williams’ stepmom has finally lost the family home to pay off her huge debts – with an auction set for next month, The U.S. Sun can exclusively reveal. The legal battle over Richard and Lakeisha Williams’ marital home in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida had dragged on for years. In the final judgment filed this […]

Serena Williams’ dad King Richard will be forced to sell her crumbling childhood home next month to cover stepmom’s debt

Texas State

These two adorable little kittens found a loving home after the officer of the law and cuddling order came to their rescue and saved them from a dangerous hiding place. These furry siblings were scared and seeking refuge, but their chosen hiding spot happened to be a car bumper. The...

Texas Police Officer Rescues Two Kittens From A Car Bumper Leading To A Heartwarming Surprise

A litter of six puppies looking for their "forever home" have been affectionately named after characters from the hit TV series Bridgerton. The puppies, at the Cotswolds Dog and Cats Home (CDCH) in Cambridge, Gloucestershire, each have their "own unique personality" which correlates to their namesake character. The Netflix series,...

'Bridgerton' puppies looking for forever home

Coffee County, GA

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Last month, more than twenty individuals were indicted on felony charges in Coffee County. Several of them have recently made local headlines, including Guillermo de la Cruz-Morales, the sole person charged in connection with the disappearance of Maria Diaz, and Cornelius Jamison, accused of cocaine trafficking.

Grand Jury Indicts Over Twenty Individuals on Felony Charges in Coffee County

Newark, NJ

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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

The Florida Legislature passed HB 1365 earlier this year, and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed it. The bill essentially criminalized homelessness by making it illegal to sleep on public property throughout the state. When Governor DeSantis signed the law, he claimed that it would restore “law and order” in the...

The Supreme Court Sides With DeSantis in Punishing Disney World Cast Members

Jupiter, FL

Law & Crime

"We were living a life that is not what is portrayed in the media," the mother said, through tears, during a press conference after sentencing. "There was a lot of things that nobody knew."
The post ‘We just tried to do the best that we could’: Florida woman who locked adopted son in cage-like room gets probation first appeared on Law & Crime.

'We just tried to do the best that we could': Florida woman who locked adopted son in cage-like room gets probation

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

Nassau County, FL

CBS News

A shark attack off Florida's east coast left a man with a "severe bite to his right arm" on Friday, authorities said.The Nassau County Sheriff's Office Marine Unit was out patrolling when it received a distress call from a boat around 11:15 a.m. local time. When they arrived, they found the victim with a "severe bite to his right arm" and quickly applied a tourniquet to stop the bleeding."The deputy then piloted the boat to the Dee Dee Bartels boat ramp, where Fernandina Beach Fire Rescue was waiting," the sheriff's office said in a social media post.The victim was immediately...

Man critically injured in latest shark attack in Florida

Even if you’ve never heard the phrase “cat distribution system,” I bet you still know what it is! In fact, it’s probably happened to you. Somehow, through some twist of fate, you wound up with a cat when you never intended on getting one. Origins. The...

Thoughts on the Cat Distribution System

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

Reading, PA

Mahanoy City, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

MAHANOY CITY – Two members of a motorcycle club were convicted on federal charges, accused...
The post Convicted motorcycle club members orchestrated ‘brutal’ home-invasion in Mahanoy, feds say first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel.

Convicted motorcycle club members orchestrated ‘brutal’ home-invasion in Mahanoy, feds say

Morris County, NJ

Jefferson Township, PA

MORRISTOWN, NJ – A significant legal conclusion has been reached for Michael Figueroa, 32, of Jefferson Township, who has been sentenced to 23 years in New Jersey State Prison on multiple charges including Aggravated Sexual Assault. Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally, and Jefferson Township Police Chief Paul Castimore announced the details of the sentencing.

Jefferson Township Resident Gets 23 Years for Assault and Weapons

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

New Jersey State

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

Woodbridge, VA

The Inside Scoop - PWC

WOODBRIDGE, Va. — Authorities are actively searching for Quamel Thomson, a 26-year-old man from Woodbridge, who is accused of assaulting a woman and preventing her from leaving an apartment in the Longview Apartments complex on Lynn Street.

Woodbridge Police Hunt for Man Accused of Strangling and Assaulting Woman in Apartment

Oakland, CA

Is the rescue able to transport the dog to owner's location? : Yes. Meet gorgeous Cookie! She is one of the happiest puppies around who is looking for her furever home. She is a female (black with some white markings), 5 month old, 13 pound pit/chihuahua (mom – 33.5 lb) and cockapoo (dad – 17.5) mix. She is definitely sweet!

Cookie up for Adoption

Aurora, CO

The Aurora City Council will consider Monday allowing residents of the city to own up to four dogs, an increase from the current city limit of three dogs per household. “The love for dogs is an age-old sentiment that transcends cultures and societies,” reads the ordinance, sponsored by council member Francoise Bergan. “Dogs have not only become companions to the young and old, but also are considered members of a family unit.”

Aurora may allow four dogs per household, pit bull outcome still uncertain

Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

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Lee County Domestic Animal Services hosts Check the Chip event

What is more important than keeping your family together?. Lee County Domestic Animal Services made keeping track of all your family members easier on Saturday with...

Lee County Domestic Animal Services hosts Check the Chip event

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