California State

Columbus, OH

The Guardian

Thompson fire near Oroville destroys homes and vehicles as state simmers in brutal and potentially historic heatwave

Nearly 30,000 people in northern California evacuated as raging wildfire spreads

Santa Barbara County, CA

ABC News

Firefighters battling flames amid a heat wave in Southern California are struggling to gain control of a wildfire that has exploded to more than 13,000 acres.

California wildfires latest: Neverland Ranch in path of massive blaze

Arizona State

CBS San Francisco

Temperatures are expected to soar along the U.S. West Coast on Friday and Saturday, the National Weather Service said, warning that "dangerous heat" will likely spread up the West Coast as it intensifies.Forecasters said temperatures will be 15-30 degrees above average for much of the West Coast Friday, and "numerous record-breaking temperatures can be expected through the next few days," the weather service said.Heat watches and warnings are in place across multiple states, including large swaths of California, as well as parts of Nevada, Arizona, Oregon and Washington.In parts of California and southern Oregon, temperatures could blast into the triple digits,...

"Dangerous" heat expected to spread up West Coast, break records

Texas State

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Corpus Christi, TX

Meteorologist Joe Cioffi

Beryl is not near what it was days ago when it moved through the Windward Islands as a category 5 hurricane. Strong wind shear in the Western Caribbean and a trip across the Yucatan Peninsula have reduced it toa tropical storm. Beryl continues north northwest today and it appears that the center will make landfall along the Texas coast about half way up between Corpus Christi and Houston.

Beryl landfall along the Texas coast tonight, could strengthen to a hurricane, warnings are up!

Illinois State

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Chicago, IL

Chicago Happenings

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

More than 3,000 acres (1,200 hectares) of grass and woodland have been consumed since Tuesday when a blaze started just outside Oroville, with authorities telling 13,000 people to leave the area. The town, near the state capital of Sacramento, is just 23 miles (38 kilometers) from Paradise, a community that...

Thousands told to flee raging California wildfire

Kentucky State

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Florence, KY

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Four people were killed and three others injured in a mass shooting in Northern Kentucky where the suspected shooter led police on chase before turning the gun on himself. Police responded to a call just before 3 a.m. on Saturday morning for an active shooting situation at a home in Florence.

Four dead, three injured in birthday party shooting; suspected shooter dead after chase

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

The Standard

More than 1,000 people have been evacuated after a fire ripped through an area near Los Angeles. Hundreds of firefighters have been tackling the blaze which has already torn through 4,400 acres. The Californian fire department warned that even more residents could be evacuated if the fire continued to rage. In a statement they said: "Residents are reminded to remain vigilant and be prepared to evacuate if fire activity changes.”Dramatic pictures showed firefighters battling to contain surrounding flames on Saturday night.California State Park Services evacuated people from the Hungry Valley recreation area in Gorman and both Hungry Valley and the Pyramid Lake reservoir were closed. The blaze started about 1.45pm on Saturday while an investigation has been launched into the cause of the fire.The fire was moving southeast toward Pyramid Lake and crews were constructing perimeter fire lines while aircraft worked against limited visibility to stop the fire's progress, the fire department said.The South Coast Air Quality Management District posted an alert on X as it warned residents of Castaic and Santa Clarita to stay indoors and use an air conditioner or purifier such was the density of the smoke. 

Hundreds evacuated as wildfire rips through area of California

Oregon State

Some 170 million Americans are on alert for sweltering temperatures this Fourth of July as the brutal heat continues.

Heat wave sets in on West Coast with worst yet to come

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Have you ever met someone who is wise beyond their age? Such people are often referred to as old souls. They understand life and the world better than many zodiac signs. A soul’s age doesn’t necessarily match a person’s actual age. Instead, it advances based on the life experiences someone has.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Old Souls

Bacon County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

On Monday, a search at a Bacon County home by investigators resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine. However, the suspects are currently not in custody.

Drug Bust Uncovers Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Bacon County Residence

Harris County, TX

City Pulse

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – According to Constable Mark Herman, deputies from Constable Mark Herman's Office responded to a vehicle crash on the 25700 block of the Hardy Toll Road on June 7, 2024. The at-fault driver, Andrea Bernard, fled on foot but was quickly detained and displayed several signs of intoxication.

Woman arrested after defecating, spitting on deputies after hit and run

New Mexico State

Daily Mail

A terrifying wildfire continues to rage through a small New Mexican village where residents are under evacuation orders.

Terrifying footage shows a wildfire on destruction path in New Mexico

Hotel Marysville was renowned for its floating dance floor and once hosted stars such as Babe Ruth and Bing Crosby

Landmark California hotel, nearly 100 years old, destroyed by fire

Adel, GA

Last Friday, two men were arrested on charges following a joint investigation into drug trafficking in Adel, culminating in a search at their home. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), the search took place on Friday, June 28, at the residence of 28-year-old Shyiem Marquon Banks and 36-year-old Roderick Dion Collins. Investigators discovered a substantial quantity of drugs, including 210 grams of suspected methamphetamine, 3.2 pounds of suspected marijuana, 13 grams of suspected alpha-PVP (Flakka/bath salts), over 90 suspected oxycodone tablets, and 2 firearms.

Two Arrested in South Georgia Drug Bust Uncovering Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and Firearms

Oroville, CA

When 24-year-old Arielle Penick fled her home in Oroville, California, from the Thompson Fire Tuesday, she says it brought back memories of evacuating Paradise during the 2018 Camp Fire.

Woman who escaped 2018 Camp Fire just before son’s birth is forced to flee another California wildfire while pregnant again

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Northern California heat wave: What to know about the Fourth of July forecast, fire danger

As several wildfires continue to burn in Northern California, the chances for more wildfires starting remain high on Thursday as a heat wave continues. KCRA 3...

Northern California heat wave: What to know about the Fourth of July forecast, fire danger

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