Nebraska State

Columbus, OH

Check your spice cabinet—there is currently a nationwide recall on black pepper due to possible salmonella contamination, according to an announcement by the United States Food & Drug Administration. The black pepper is being recalled by UBC Food Distributors and is sold under the brand name Baraka. The product...

Black Pepper Recalled Nationwide Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

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NewSantaAna

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

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

Scripps News

Thousands of bags of dog treats sold nationwide are being recalled due to possible metal contamination that could harm your pet. Click here to see which treats are impacted.

Thousands of bags of dog treats sold nationwide recalled over potential metal contamination

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

Dicle Belul

Wegmans issued a recall for its Italian Classics Uncured Pepperoni due to possible traces of a foreign metal material. Consumers are urged to return products with Best by dates of August 28 and August 29 and UPC number 2-07939-00000-6 for a refund. Additionally, they can contact Wegmans Customer Care at 1-855-934-3663 for more information. The supermarket has locations in eight states and one in Washington, D.C. This is one of over a dozen recalls by Wegmans in 2024. Data from Sedgwick shows an 8% increase in U.S. product recalls in Q1 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, with undeclared allergens being a leading cause.

Pepperoni Recall in 9 States

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

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

I just love a creamy, ripe avocado. It’s always a puzzle to store them so they’re perfect when I'm ready to eat them. According to Hass avocado experts, the best way to store them depends on how ripe they are and when you plan on enjoying them. “Unripe,...

The Only Way You Should Store Avocados, According to Hass Avocado Expert

Louisiana State

Ohio State

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - More than 4,620 pounds of egg products that were sold in multiple states, including Ohio, were recalled. According to Cleveland.com, citing a report from the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service, more than 4,620 pounds of liquid egg product were recalled. Per the outlet, the products were recalled over undeclared allergens and misbranding.

Over 4,620 pounds of egg products recalled in multiple states, including Ohio

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

Tennessee State

Flour, Eggs and Yeast

We all know that bacon has a cult following, and it is very common to hear bacon makes everything better in everyday life. While bacon is rarely known for health benefits, it is a good idea to check your labels as this public notice deals with potentially serious side effects from sodium nitrate levels that exceed regulation limits.

Bacon Recalled Due to Extreme Sodium Nitrite Levels

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

Arizona State

Oregon State

More than 20,000 pounds beef products have been recalled by South American Meat Inc., also known as 5Gogi LLC, according to an announcement by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The products were recalled because they were not presented to FSIS for import...

More Than 20,000 Pounds of Beef Recalled—Here's What You Need to Know

Florida State

Boynton Beach, FL

A Florida grower reportedly used untreated water on its cucumber crops, which led to a Salmonella outbreak among those who ingested the vegetables. The water was not applied to edible parts of the cucumber plants but was used for subsoil watering. To investigate the issue, the FDA collected samples of...

Florida Grower Tied to Salmonella Outbreak From Cucumbers

Owings Mills, MD

USA TODAY

Over 60 ice cream products across several brands have been recalled due to a potential listeria contamination, the FDA announced.

Over 60 ice cream products recalled for listeria risk: See list of affected items

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

A new study investigating a multistate outbreak of multidrug-resistant Salmonella infections linked to pig ear pet treats highlights the interconnectedness of human health and pet ownership, emphasizing the need for stringent surveillance of pet food products. The study was funded by the Food and Drug Administration’s Animal Feed Regulatory Program...

Investigation of outbreak of multidrug-resistant Salmonella shows link to pet treats

Who: UBC Food Distributors has recalled plastic containers of Baraka Ground Black Pepper. Why: The black pepper may be contaminated with salmonella. Where: The black pepper recall is effective nationwide in the United States. A Michigan-based food distributor has recalled containers of ground black pepper that were distributed nationwide. The...

Recall announced for ground black pepper sold nationwide

DeanLand

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

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Nebraska Department of Agriculture reports case of incurable equine virus

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Nebraska Department of Agriculture reports case of incurable equine virus

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