Phew, it’s still hot out there friends. I’m getting to the point where all I want to do is lie in my bed next to my air conditioning unit and listen to audiobooks. I will be seeing Chappell Roan this weekend (omg!!) which is making me wonder if I should do a new Book Radar summer playlist. It’s been a minute since I’ve done one. Maybe on Monday? Let me know if you’re interested! But after Chappell Roan, I hope to spend the rest of the weekend reading. Ready to get amped up for some weekend reads yourself? Let’s talk all things books.

Gypsy Rose Blanchard to Narrate Audiobook for Her New Memoir and More Book News!

The nice thing about the Stack is that you don’t have to click your heels three times — or at all — to get what you want, as long as what you want is more comics. If you’re a video game nerd as well as a manga nerd, there’s no better way to game. Pick between two different sizes! $50+

There’s No Place Like Comics

Before I dive into your bi-weekly mystery goodness that includes new releases, news, and true crime set in India and Japan, I thought I’d chat a bit about my recent reading. When you take a thing that you love, and it becomes your job, it sometimes dulls the joy from it. I ended last year having been frustrated more than I wanted to with reading.

True Crime Around The World, Poker Face Casting, New Mystery Books, + More!

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

Coral Gables, FL

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Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

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

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?

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet an amazing and loving Goldendoodle who is searching for his TRUE furever family. Waylon is a three-year-old pup who was put into rescue through no fault of his own. According to his Petfinder profile, Waylon originally grew up with a family of his own, but after that family got a new puppy they decided Waylon had to go. There are no further details provided, but it is lucky that Great Dog Rescue New England was there to give Waylon the chance at happiness he truly deserves!

Goldendoodle Surrendered To Rescue After Original Owners Get New Puppy

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Minnesota State

DayTripper

The hit History Channel series "American Pickers" is gearing up for an exciting return to Minnesota this fall. The show's production team has announced plans to film episodes throughout the state in September 2024, offering locals a chance to showcase their unique collections and share their stories with a national audience.

"American Pickers" Set to Unearth Minnesota's Hidden Treasures

This giveaway is sponsored by IVP Kids, making faith-filled and fun books for young readers. Encourage the kids in your life to use their voices with a copy of Penny Preaches by Amy and Rob Dixon!. This charming book empowers girls to envision themselves doing anything God calls them to....

Win a Copy of PENNY PREACHES: GOD GIVES GOOD GIFTS TO EVERYONE! by Amy Dixon and Rob Dixon!

Dianna Carney

Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

Alameda, CA

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The unthinkable has happened. Again. A gunman has taken multiple lives. The difference this time? It happened here, in Alameda. We are an island, both physically and psychologically. I spend a lot of time explaining to people that our focus is Alameda, and Alameda alone, so our coverage doesn’t usually include stories as horrific as this one.

It Happened Again. Here.

Denver, CO

David Heitz

An advocate for people experiencing homelessness who recently won $130,000 in settlements from the City and County of Denver for violating her civil rights rubbed it in the noses this week of the Englewood City Council.

Homeless advocate paid $130,000 for Denver police settlements blasts Englewood City Council

The Ohio River Valley is beautiful this time of year. Trees line the hills, their green canopies stretching up across the horizon as far as the eye can see. Down at the river, you can watch barges glide across the water. I love exploring with my camera and trying to capture the gorgeous scenery around me.

Even More Memoirs by Disabled Authors

Since we’re more than halfway through the year, now is a great time to take a look around to see if we’re on track for our 2024 goals. If you’re reading this, chances are one of your reading goals for the year is completing the 2024 Read Harder Challenge! To check in with you all about how we’re all doing, I sent out a Read Harder Halfway Check-In Survey, and I wanted to share some of those results with you today. Of course, not everyone responded, so this isn’t necessarily representative, but it’s still fun information to take a look at!

The Hardest and Easiest Tasks of the 2024 Read Harder Challenge

New this morning in Episode 110 , topics include: The annual 4th of July parade makes for a festive scene across the island; cargo bikes make a splash year round; the Hornet helps welcome 76 new US citizens; an infrastructure bond measure fails to pass City Council; less than a year after a gruesome discovery on Bay Farm Island, a killer is sentenced to San Quentin; getting to Jack London Square is about to get a lot easier, and cheaper; plus, weekend events. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1978056/15364165-july-5-2024-episode-110.mp3.

Alameda PostCast for July 5, 2024

The New York Times had their fun with their top books of the 21st century, but oddly enough, they never asked me to submit my ballot. Wild, I know! I’m sure they just lost my number. But because I didn’t want to miss out on the fun, I put together a list of my own top books of the 21st century. Because a book recommendation isn’t fun unless you tell everyone about it, now I’m going to share my picks with you.

A Real Contender for Best Book of the 21st Century

Boston, MA

Vanishing Georgia

There’s little information to be found on the history of St. James C. M. E. Church, but the Boston town website notes that the congregation was established in 1896. I believe the present structure was built in the early 1900s. A 1909 broadside in the Hargrett Library in Athens advertises a gospel meeting for the […]

St. James C. M. E. Church, 1900s, Boston

Kansas State

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) helps to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 174 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Since January 1, 2024, there was a total of 1,445 reported missing in the country.

Missing Missouri children as of July 17, 2024, according to the NCMEC

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New Horror Books That Will Have You Shaking in Your Sandals This July

Horror is having a moment in 2024. Every month, I’ve been finding new favorites, and July is not slowing down. Not at all. It was so...

New Horror Books That Will Have You Shaking in Your Sandals This July

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