Wisconsin State

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Minnesota State

National Weather Force

National Weather Force has issued a Severe T-Storm Advisory effective from 8 PM to 7 AM central time for conditions right for severe storms. Zones affected: north, central, northeast, east, and southeast MN; northwest, north, northeast, west, central, east, southwest, south, and southeast WI; northwest, north, northeast and portions of central IL.

Destructive Wind Gusts; Very Large Hail & Isolated Tornadoes; Midwest; Overnight of June 24th

Irish Star

A woman has shared a video to TikTok showing the moment her boyfriend decided to volunteer to do something on their flight, leaving her completely shocked.

'My boyfriend got up for a bathroom break on a plane - I soon found out what was taking him so long'

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

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

Bristol, VA

John M. Dabbs

Bristol, Va. – The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol has announced a revised timeline for the grand opening of its permanent casino resort. Initially set to begin a phased opening in July, the new target for a fully operational grand opening is now slated for late fall 2024. This change aligns with recent legislation granting casino operators six months to finalize temporary facility projects.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol Delays Grand Opening to Late Fall 2024

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

Newark, NJ

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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

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 US Sun

A DRIVER grabbed her dream car from a vehicle lot, but the dealership demanded she return it days later. In a series of TikToks, a driver claimed a dealership mixup forced her to return her recently-purchased Kia Telluride. “We got a new car a week ago, and the dealership told us that they want the […]

I bought a new car and the dealership immediately demanded it back – we were told there was a ‘problem,’ it wasn’t mine

Colorado State

AccuWeather

Rounds of storms packing high winds, large hail and flash flooding will affect portions of the south-central United States well into the weekend. A corridor from Colorado to Mississippi will be at risk for rounds of severe thunderstorms and torrential downpours that could pose risks to lives and property through this weekend, AccuWeather meteorologists say.

Severe storms and downpours to return to southern Plains, lower Mississippi Valley

Iowa State

The governors of Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and South Dakota all issued emergency declarations as recent heavy rains flooded rivers throughout the region. Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers declared a state of emergency for Wisconsin due to not just rain, but also hail, strong winds, thunderstorms and tornadoes. Several rounds of storms occurred from June 21 to June 25.

Rainfall causes evacuations, bridge collapses

Davenport, IA

John Deere, the world’s largest seller of tractors and crop harvesters, has announced another wave of layoffs Friday, telling around 610 production staff at plants in Illinois and Iowa that they will be out of a job by the end of the summer, according to reports. The company is...

John Deere announces mass layoffs in Midwest amid production shift to Mexico

Indiana State

GOBankingRates

Home prices in certain U.S. housing markets have risen so high so fast over the past few years that they are out of reach for all but the wealthiest Americans. Most of these markets involve pricey...

In Less Than a Decade You Won’t Be Able To Afford Homes In These 10 Midwest Zip Codes

USA TODAY

The decision was a win for Democrats who argued the practice of allowing voters to file ballots into the secure boxes made voting more accessible.

Wisconsin Supreme Court reinstates absentee ballot drop boxes

Phil Norman

In the ever-turbulent fast food industry, another big name has encountered financial turbulence. Miracle Restaurant Group, an Arby's franchisee known for its "we have the meats" slogan, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This isn't just a minor hiccup; it's a significant setback for a company that's been a staple in the fast food scene across several states including Illinois, Indiana, Texas, Mississippi, and Louisiana.

A major fast food chain operator has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

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

Pennsylvania State

A slow moving frontal boundary will serve as a source for thunderstorms and heavy rain as low pressure develops along the front late today. This front is to the north this morning, stretching across southern Canada back into Michigan. The front will sag southward today, ending up over our region this afternoon.

Late rain and thunderstorms this afternoon

J. Souza

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

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

Virginia fans of The Bold and the Beautiful are pretty much unified in their expectations of what will happen between Thomas Forrester (Matthew Atkinson) and Paris Buckingham (Diamond White), who recently announced their engagement.

The Bold and the Beautiful fans believe Thomas will dump Paris for Hope

NewsBreak

Rainfall Totals: Thursday 7/4 – Friday 7/5

A slow moving low pressure system moved eastward starting Thursday afternoon and made its way to Michigan by Friday mid-morning. The stagnant advancement of this system...

Rainfall Totals: Thursday 7/4 – Friday 7/5

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