Georgia State

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Two rural Georgia counties lost more than 12% of their population over the past three years, leading a worrisome trend in many of Georgia's rural counties and smaller towns. The populations of Telfair County and Stewart County, both largely rural counties with agricultural based economies and located in the Southern half of Georgia, shrunk by more than 12% each from 2020 to 2023, according to data from the US Census Bureau.

Georgia's Fastest Shrinking Rural Counties Share Big Problems

A-Z-Animals

Snake-Infested Georgia Rivers: What You Should Know Georgia is known for its beautiful landscapes and friendly locals, putting you in the middle of one of the most abundant river systems in the country. These rivers give the region a welcoming appearance, but what’s inside is much different. Among the 70,000+ miles that decorate Georgia with […]

The Most Snake-Infested Rivers in Georgia

Coffee County, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

The Coffee County Drug Unit, along with deputies from the department, apprehended two individuals last week in separate incidents, one allegedly found in possession of methamphetamine and the other the subject of a prior narcotics investigation who attempted to evade law enforcement.

Coffee Drug Unit Arrests Two in Separate Incidents; Meth Possession and Fleeing Suspect Apprehended

Maine State

ABC News

Dangerously high temperatures are hitting 14 states across the Midwest and Northeast on Wednesday as an unrelenting heat wave continues.

Heat wave maps: Where the dangerous temperatures are heading

24/7 Wall St.

The Atlantic hurricane season started June 1 and lasts through the end of November. And it could be a doozy! The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration recently announced there’s an 85% chance of an above-average season, with a projected 17-25 total named storms. In this article, we will review some of the worst hurricanes on […]
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The Worst Hurricanes on Record

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

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

This year's summer solstice arrives as a dangerous heat wave impacts millions across the country, with early-season extreme heat impacting multiple regions.

When the hottest temperatures are expected this summer

Chicago, IL

Kansas City, MO

Severe thunderstorms are expected across the central Plains to the central Great Lakes on June 13, 2024. Large hail, destructive wind gusts, and tornadoes are possible, particularly in Chicago, Illinois, and Kansas City, Missouri. A weather front extending from the Upper Great Lakes, across the Upper/Middle Mississippi Valley, and westward...

Severe storms with large hail, strong winds, and tornadoes target Chicago, Kansas City

USA TODAY

The Department of Energy has an ideal temperature setting for air conditioning it recommends. But few people follow it. Here's what to know.

What's the best temperature to set AC during a heat wave?

Halifax, MA

Dianna Carney

Get ready foodies in the Halifax area! Loco Larry's Tacos, a food truck renowned for its mouth-watering Mexican cuisine, has announced that it is opening a new takeout location inside Halifax Market (337 Plymouth Street). This venture comes as exciting news for food lovers in the Halifax area, marking an expansion from its original mobile setup, which has been delighting taste buds since its start in 2020.

Halifax's New Tasty Takeout Spot Announces Grand Opening

Texas State

Louisiana State

Vicksburg, MS

Happy July, everyone! What a crazy way to start off the month with Category 5 Hurricane Beryl out in the Caribbean Sea. As far as our local forecast, heat will continue to be the main story this week as high pressure builds in overhead. The best chance for some rain will be late this week and into the weekend, but expect a lot of dry time out there.

Heat & humidity continues, with Category 5 Hurricane Beryl out in the Caribbean: 7/1/24 – Southern MS/AL/LA Local Forecast

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

The Aurora City Council will consider using opioid settlement money Monday to pay for drug treatment for clients of its yet to open homeless services campus. The council will vote during its study session whether to spend money from the fund on a peer advisor, a van to transport clients from the navigation center to treatment, and a case manager. The city will receive about $14 million in opioid settlement funds, according to a presentation by city staff to the city council.

Aurora may send homeless people to rehab

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

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

Georgia's population grew beyond the 11 million mark in 2023, reaching 11,029,227 residents according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. With a robust population increase of 2.9% from 2020 to 2023, 315,456 new residents arrived in the state. Georgia was the 10th fastest-growing state in the US by percentage during the reporting period.

Georgia's Population Surges Past 11 Million, Fueled by Migration

Montana State

AccuWeather

As is typical for Independence Day, a majority of the nation will be hot. Spotty thunderstorms are also expected, with drenching storms in some locations. The Fourth of July will be hot for many areas of the United States, which is no surprise. In much of the nation, temperatures reach the peak historical average in July. While many can expect very warm air for July, temperatures may reach record levels in some locations. AccuWeather meteorologists say that this will especially be the case in the West, particularly in California.

Storms for some, hot as a firecracker for others on the Fourth of July

South Carolina State

Myrtle Beach, SC

FedEx has announced the closure of four facilities in North and South Carolina on September 3, impacting 310 employees, as revealed in Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act notices. The company is shutting down three Ship Centers in West Columbia, Florence, and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, along with another in Conover, North Carolina. This move is part of FedEx’s Network 2.0 initiative aimed at consolidating its Express and Ground networks to streamline operations, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.

FedEx Closes Four Facilities in the Carolinas, 310 Jobs Affected

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Extreme heat index of up to 109 in Georgia expected July 4

An extreme heat index of up to 109 is expected Thursday, July 4, in central and parts of north Georgia. The high heat is expected to...

Extreme heat index of up to 109 in Georgia expected July 4

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