Mendocino County, CA

Columbus, OH

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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

California State

Butte County, CA

Oroville, CA

The Independent

 Nearly 30,000 people have been evacuated from their homes in Northern California as an enormous wildfire rips through the region amid a sweltering heatwave on the US west coast.The annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration was cancelled and a state of emergency declared as the fire destroyed more than 3,500 acres of land near the city of Oroville, about an hour outside California’s capital Sacramento since it began on Tuesday morning.Some 1,500 emergency workers have been involved in containing the fire in Butte County.Firefighters lined roads to keep the flames from reaching homes while helicopters dumped water on Wednesday....

Nearly 30,000 people evacuated as devastating wildfire rages across Northern California

Apple Valley News Now

(CNN) — Thousands have been ordered to evacuate in Northern California due to a wildfire burning in Butte County, as an “exceptionally dangerous and lethal” heat wave in the West ramps up.

Wildfire prompts evacuation order for thousands in Northern California as ‘exceptionally dangerous’ heat builds in the West

Coffee County, GA

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Last month, more than twenty individuals were indicted on felony charges in Coffee County. Several of them have recently made local headlines, including Guillermo de la Cruz-Morales, the sole person charged in connection with the disappearance of Maria Diaz, and Cornelius Jamison, accused of cocaine trafficking.

Grand Jury Indicts Over Twenty Individuals on Felony Charges in Coffee 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

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A fight between passengers marred the final night of a Carnival Cruise Line sailing on June 6th. The incident, which unfolded in the Lido Deck dining room onboard the Carnival Paradise, involved a group of women and resulted in thrown chairs and plates.

Cruise Ship Fight Near Buffet Captured on Camera, Passengers Banned for Life

Boulder Creek, CA

New York Post

The California hiker who was miraculously rescued 10 days after getting lost in the Santa Cruz Mountains has revealed chilling new details about his plight — including being stalked by a mountain lion and losing a staggering 30 pounds.  

Lukas McClish, 34, of Boulder Creek, Calif., had set off on what was only meant to be a three-hour hike on June 11 when the experienced backpacker suddenly — and unusually — lost his sense of direction.

In a series of interviews, McClish has since revealed how he managed to survive despite battling hypothermia and having to dodge the sun due to...

Hiker Lukas McClish, rescued in California mountains after 10 days, was stalked by mountain lion

Bacon County, GA

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

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Residents and visitors can “Keep Tahoe Red, White & Blue” at six event sites. After the 4th of July holiday brings crowds to Lake Tahoe’s shores, its beaches can use some TLC. On the morning of Friday, July 5, Tahoe lovers are invited to remove litter, refresh and revitalize the Lake’s sandy shores and surrounding areas as part of the 11th annual “Keep Tahoe Red, White & Blue” Beach cleanup hosted by the League to Save Lake Tahoe.

Volunteers Are Invited to Clean Up Lake Tahoe’s Beaches on July 5

On July 2, a fire broke out in Butte County, Calif., that has since grown to about 1,443 hectares in size. The state of California is no stranger to wildfires during the summer months. 2020 saw the worst ever year for wildfires in coastal state, with over 1.7 million hectares burned and a total of over 8,600 fires.

Blazing wildfires in northern California cause mass evacuations

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

The Guardian

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

Napa, CA

Marsh Wrens are found throughout most of North America. In summer their range extends up into Canada. And in winter they migrate south to Mexico. Marsh Wrens here on the Pacific coast look and sound a little different than those back east. All Marsh Wrens are about the size of a sparrow. They’re a rusty-brown color, with black and white markings that resemble eyebrows. Like other wrens, their tails stick up, rather than pointing straight back. These Marsh Wrens were recorded at Kennedy Park, in Napa. Listen carefully and you’ll hear a quick couple of “chuck” sounds, followed by the Marsh Wren’s “rapid fire” song.

Ear to the Wild: Marsh Wrens at Kennedy Park in Napa

*This article is an update from a previous story about a 14-year-old autistic boy who went missing while on a cruise to Germany. A 14-year-old American boy, Aydin Brown, who disembarked from the Caribbean Princess cruise ship in Rostock-Warnemünde, Germany on July 4th, has been found safe and reunited with his family.

14-Year-Old American Cruise Passenger Found Safe After Missing in German Port

New Jersey State

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Naiem Moore, 34, of Newark, admitted to possessing cocaine and heroin for distribution and illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Moore entered his guilty plea before U.S. District Judge Madeline Cox Arleo in Newark federal court.

Man Admits Drug Trafficking & Illegal Firearm Possession

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the NCMEC, 15 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Not included in that number are those who have been missing in Missouri since June 2024.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

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

Thousands were ordered to evacuate in northern California ahead of a fire burning in Butte County, as an “exceptionally dangerous and lethal” heat wave in the West is building. Cal Fire reported that three firefighters suffered injuries on the fire and thousands of people were still evacuated early today near Oroville. Several others were injured today.

Thompson Fire burns in northern California

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

Colorado State

Cripple Creek, CO

Colorado Jill

(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

NewsBreak

Roadwork planned in Mendocino County

NEW: Route 1 (14.3/14.9) – Electrical work in Point Arena from Curley Lane to Iverson Avenue will occur on Tuesday, July 9. One-way traffic control will...

Roadwork planned in Mendocino County

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