Montana State

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Newark, NJ

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

Social media is often an integral part of teenage life. But what was once a simple way to stay connected with friends and family, has now evolved into a medium where distinguishing the real from the fake amid alarming trends has become increasingly difficult. One such trend, sadfishing, is raising...

What Is ‘Sadfishing’ and Why Are Teens Doing It?

KHON2 reports that a California couple's Hawaiian vacation turned into a nightmare when they were allegedly carjacked at gunpoint and pursued up Haleakalā volcano, with the suspects reportedly using a drone in their search. The Harrowing Incident. Alex and Justina Lucero, visiting Maui for music gigs in June 2024,...

Drone Used in Terrifying Maui Carjacking Manhunt, Victims Claim

Alabama State

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Orange Beach, AL

Lagniappe Daily

A 20-year beachfront battle between Orange Beach condominiums has been settled, with the Alabama Supreme Court confirming a new tower is entitled to squatter's rights on a two-and-a-half-foot strip of land owned by Phoenix Rentals.

AL Supreme Court affirms condo’s squatting rights on beachfront property

Kelso, WA

The Mirror US

The teen took just one day off a week, volunteering any remaining time to his community service program after earning a near perfect GPA and being elected class president

Homeless student living in shelter and working two jobs wins full-ride scholarship to college

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

There’s a good chance that when you were a teenager, getting your driver’s license was seen as a rite of passage, and you probably couldn’t wait for the freedom promised by that shiny new card in your credit card-less wallet. At least, that’s unless you’re a teenager today, and then the picture might not be so cut and dry. Unlike when I got my learner’s permit 20 years ago, today’s teenagers have already been enjoying a new form of affordable and effective transportation freedom: electric bikes.

Why more American teenagers are rejecting driver’s licenses in favor of e-bikes

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Former teacher Jeffrey Clayton, convicted of lewd behavior with a student at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, walked briskly up to the Duval County Courthouse on Friday carrying a small backpack.

Former Douglas Anderson teacher sentenced to 10 years

All gifted children and teenagers are special, and naturally they will have specific needs. Fortunately, gifted children and teenagers are the subject of many parenting books. There is a great deal of information on how to raise gifted children, which requires special knowledge and understanding that may not be found in generally focused parenting books.

The Special Needs of Gifted Children

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

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

Teen suicide statistics are both alarming and informative, shedding light on a critical issue facing today's youth. With mental health challenges on the rise, understanding these statistics is vital for prevention and support. This article aims to present 15 key facts about teen suicide, offering insights into its prevalence, risk factors, and the impact of societal influences. Through this knowledge, we can foster a supportive environment that encourages open discussions about mental health and suicide prevention. By recognizing the signs and knowing how to offer help, we can make a significant difference in the lives of many young individuals. Awareness and education are our strongest tools in combating this tragic phenomenon, aiming to reduce the number of lives lost to suicide each year.

15 Facts About Teen Suicide Statistics

Utah State

InsideEdition

There are only 12 states in the U.S. that ban those under 18 from getting married. Almost 300,000 children were married in the U.S. between 2000 and 2018, many of whom were girls marrying adult men, according to the Journal of Adolescent Health.

Child Marriage Survivor Fights to End Practice in US: 'Kids Deserve to Be Protected'

Wyoming State

WyoFile

WyoFile has acquired a photograph of a lynx in Wyoming, a landmark observation of a species currently considered absent from the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Star Valley resident Jason Reinhardt, an avid houndsman , came across the animal while mountain lion hunting the southern Gros Ventre Range in February 2022. There was no doubt in his mind what it was: a tom lynx, judging by its blocky head.

Rare wildcat documented in the Yellowstone region for first time in a decade

Aurora, CO

A proposal by Aurora Mayor Pro Tem Dustin Zvonek to no longer hear domestic violence cases in Aurora municipal court will be discussed during Monday’s City Council study session.

Aurora court may drop domestic violence cases

“When I grow up, I want to be a STEM teacher!”. These were not the words that came out of my mouth when I was 5 years old. I always dreamed of being a teacher, but being a STEM teacher was not in the plan. STEM wasn’t even a thing when I was a little kid!

What STEM Education Really Teaches Students (It’s Not What You Think)

Georgia State

Peter Steiner sums it all up. Thank you for coming and don’t forget to tip your waitress. But, no, I’ve never been known to avoid elaboration, and there’s a lot more to be said, even if you shouldn’t say it in Louisiana. Or Texas or Arizona or in any of a number of other places and don’t you wish they were all strung together like they were back in 1861 so they could all just leave?

CSotD: Teach Your Children Well

Colorado State

There’s a clear, well-bankrolled frontrunner in the race for the Colorado Statehouse District 8, and it’s not Jesse Lashawn Parris. But Parris, a formerly homeless man who lives at Fusion Studios, wants to be seen as the underdog in a district he says has priced out its historically Black neighbors. He said his opponent, Lindsay Gilchrist, is anl LGBTQ activist backed by the Democratic party.

Opinion: Black, LGBT candidates square off in Colorado statehouse District 8

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

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Supporting student parents brings generational change

A new documentary highlights the challenges student parents face. And, we’re accepting pitches for our next round of local story partnerships. We spent several months this...

Supporting student parents brings generational change

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