Delaware County, PA

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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

Philadelphia, PA

Camp Hill, PA

Franklin County Free Press

An inmate was killed by his cellmate at the State Correctional Institution at Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, as confirmed by the Pennsylvania State Police on Tuesday night. The deceased, 57-year-old Kevin Beattie from Philadelphia, who had also been known as Kevin Williams and Bernard Grover, was found unresponsive in his cell on July 2, 2024. He had been serving a 22-to-55-year sentence for burglary since February 3, 2023.

Inmate Killed by Cellmate in Pennsylvania State Prison

Georgia State

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Coffee County, GA

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

New Jersey State

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Gladwyne, PA

Ada E.

Toni Lee Sharpless, a 29-year-old nursing assistant, vanished on August 23, 2009, after a night out in Gladwyne, Pennsylvania. Her disappearance remains a mystery. Born on December 27, 1979, in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, Toni faced challenges early on, losing her father at six and later being diagnosed with bipolar disorder. She also struggled with substance abuse but was dedicated to her role as a single mother to her daughter, born when Toni was seventeen. Toni worked as a nursing assistant while studying at Brandywine School of Nursing and graduated from Immaculata University in 2007. She was employed in the infectious disease ward at Lancaster General Hospital at the time of her disappearance.

Toni Sharpless, 29, vanished in Pennsylvania on August 23, 2009, after a night out with a friend

Louisiana State

WashingtonExaminer

A federal judge in Louisiana has blocked the Biden administration’s Title IX overhaul for four states, calling the rewrite a “threat to democracy” and an “abuse of power.” U.S. District Court Judge Terry Doughty issued a preliminary injunction Thursday to the Biden administration’s new Title IX rules, which changed the definition of sex to include […]

‘Abuse of power’: Federal judge blocks Biden’s Title IX overhaul

Pennsylvania State

WTAJ

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — A bill that would benefit farmers, veterans and sportsmen in Pennsylvania was approved by the Senate, according to Sen. Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35). Senate Bill 916 was approved on Wednesday, July 3 and is headed to the governor for his signature. The bill authorizes farmers to make deliveries directly to homes using […]

Senate passes bill that would benefit farmers, veterans

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

CBS Philly

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- After a few gorgeous days, things change on the Fourth of July in the Philadelphia region as showers and storms could develop, mainly during the afternoon and evening.While Thursday is no washout, you'll need to stay tuned to the forecast throughout the day and keep your eyes on the sky as lightning will be a threat. Remember, if you hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning. Make sure you are indoors if thunder roars. The heat and humidity will also be ramping up, so get ready to sweat.Temperatures will reach a high of 90 degrees...

Tracking showers, storms in Philadelphia region on 4th of July

WyoFile

Editor’s note: This story has been updated with more information about the law enforcement response and the area where the shooting took place. Yellowstone National Park rangers shot and killed a person early Thursday morning during an exchange of gunfire that also left a ranger injured, the park announced.

Yellowstone National Park shooting leaves one dead, ranger injured

Clarke County, MS

Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

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

Wynnewood, PA

WUSL Power 99

The absolute best hospital in Pennsylvania revealed below!

9 Pennsylvania Hospitals Named Among The 'Best Hospitals' In The US

Law & Crime

Although Louisiana recently declared Juneteenth a state holiday, its governor conducted official business on Wednesday, making Louisiana the first state to require that the Ten Commandments be displayed in every public school classroom. Republican Gov. Jeff Landry signed a bill drafted by the state’s GOP-controlled legislature. It mandates that by Jan. 1, 2025, every public […]
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‘Blatantly unconstitutional’: Ten Commandments forced to be displayed in every public school classroom under new Louisiana law

Texas State

Castle Hills, TX

NBC News

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Thursday revived a civil rights claim brought by a Texas woman who served on a small-town council and was arrested following her criticisms of a senior official. The ruling on an 8-1 vote gives Sylvia Gonzalez another chance to bring a retaliation claim,...

Supreme Court rules for ex-council member in Texas arrested after criticizing city official

Jersey City, NJ

NEWARK, N.J. – Two Hudson County, New Jersey, men have been charged in connection with their respective roles in a Jersey City neighborhood street gang that distributed cocaine and heroin, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.

NJ Men Charged in Gang Drug Offenses & Weapon Charges

Illinois State

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

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

Utah State

The Independent

 The Supreme Court agreed on Monday to consider reviving a critical approval for a railroad project that would carry crude oil and boost fossil fuel production in rural eastern Utah.The justices will review an appeals court ruling that overturned the approval issued by the Surface Transportation Board for the Uinta Basin Railway, an 88-mile (142-kilometer) railroad line. Arguments will take place in the fall.The rail line would connect oil and gas producers in rural Utah to the broader rail network, allowing them to access larger markets and ultimately sell to refineries near the Gulf of Mexico. Producers who are...

The Supreme Court will consider reinstating a critical approval for a rail project in eastern Utah

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Hammy and Cheyanne, two miniature poodles, are in search of their forever home. Weighing 6.3lb and 6.4lb respectively, these sweet pups are a bonded pair with a sad past. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, shares their story, explaining that "Hammy & Cheyanne are cruelty case pups that are a bonded pair. They're from a rural area in Texas. These are a pair of sweet little pups that are in need of a fresh start together!"

Meet The Sweet Little Dogs Who Are Looking For Love

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Delco July 4th parade: East Lansdowne honors family killed in shooting-house fire incident

Delaware County showed up and out at its annual...

Delco July 4th parade: East Lansdowne honors family killed in shooting-house fire incident

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