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Travel + Leisure named the 50 most beautiful destinations in America, and this Pennsylvania location made the list!

One Pennsylvania Destination Named Among 'Most Beautiful Places' In The US

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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

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

Cambria County, PA

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Brian Giles was convicted Thursday of murdering his wife, whose skeletal remains were found buried near a trail. On Friday, police say body was found under a home he shared with his wife, then with his girlfriend, who has been missing since 2020.

Human Remains Found In Basement of Pennsylvania Man Convicted Last Week of Murdering His Wife: Cops

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

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Chicago, IL

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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

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

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

Thomasville, GA

Vanishing Georgia

Equalization-era school buildings that primarily served as Douglass Elementary School still remain on a campus that also included part of Douglass High School, Thomasville’s historic Black high school. It was named for Frederick Douglass, who had visited Thomasville in 1895. Douglass High School was demolished when local schools were fully integrated in 1970, but the […]

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First off, Garage Beer is a great Midwest craft beer brand owned by Braxton Brewing Co., based in Covington, Kentucky (greater Cincinnati), and brand investment marketer Andrew Sauer. In response to the brand’s fast growth trajectory, Braxton and friends even turned Garage Beer into a separate business in 2023, Garage Beer Co., headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. Last year, we noted Garage Beer had grown a crazy +252% in 2023, becoming the No. 1 selling craft light beer in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. Last year, Garage Beer also doubled its state distribution and widened its retailers by opening up in Chicago, Philadelphia, Nashville and beyond.

Football stars Jason and Travis Kelce become co-owners of Ohio’s Garage Beer

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

Robbinsville, NJ

A NJ Municipal Judge is Under Investigation for Providing an Employee with Large Amounts of Alcohol and Touching The Employee without Their Consent. Morristown, NJ – R. Douglas Hoffman, a part-time judge of the Robbinsville Township municipal court, is facing removal from office following a recommendation from the Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct. The Committee found that Judge Hoffman violated the Code of Judicial Conduct by providing and consuming alcohol with a subordinate employee and engaging in inappropriate, nonconsensual touching.

NJ Judge Faces Removal for Alcohol and Nonconsensual Touching

New Hope, PA

AFAR listed the most beautiful towns across the country and one Pennsylvania location made the list!

Pennsylvania Destination Named 'Most Charming Small Town' In The State

Washington, DC

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This fall, Black On The Block will return to the nation’s capital. On October 20, 2024 at Nationals Park, Black On Block will elevate the future of Black culture by providing a “dynamic platform for hundreds of Black-owned businesses, creatives, professionals, and entrepreneurs.”. “Catch us during homecoming weekend...

‘Black On The Block’ To Return To Washington, D.C. In October

I believe this may be the earliest surviving structure of the Douglass School. The original school, with five classrooms, stood at this same intersection, but I’m not sure at which corner. Jack Hadley notes that this fine building served as “Douglass High School’s extended classroom.” It probably dates to circa 1910, or even a bit […]

Colored YMCA, Thomasville

Massachusetts State

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Sandy Paws Rescue's motto is "Dogs have a way of finding the people who need them," and it's true. Perhaps even for you too? This foster-based animal rescue organization based in Massachusetts is searching for dog lovers with space in their homes and hearts to temporarily care for a furry friend. This is because they have the opportunity to rescue many dogs, but only if they have space for them.

Local Dog Rescue Reveals They're "Desperate For More Foster Homes"

Maryland State

CBS Baltimore

BALTIMORE -- Millions of Americans were expected to take to the roads and skies this week to travel for Independence Day. That includes 1.5 million Marylanders heading out for their summer trips.On Thursday, BWI Thurgood Marshall was calm and quiet with only a few cancellations and delays. Passenger traffic was slow and steady. Some airline personnel told WJZ the airport was packed on Wednesday as most people headed out of the region.It was a similar story on the roads with few traffic delays. A gas station near I-97 in Glen Burnie said Wednesday was extremely busy, but the Fourth of July was...

1.3 million Marylanders drove to Fourth of July destinations rather than fly, AAA reports

Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

California State

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Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a collaborative effort with the state legislature to restrict students’ use of smartphones during school hours. This initiative follows a warning issued on Monday from Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy about the detrimental effects of social media on children’s mental health.

California governor moves to ban smartphone use in schools

Georgia State

Lincoln County, TN

This landmark near the Savannah River has often been identified as Smith (Smith’s) Chapel, but further research indicates it was actually the Smith Chapel schoolhouse. Its architecture is typical for a rural schoolhouse of the early 1900s. A 1989 Georgia Historic Resources Survey notes that the church was torn down at some point and this […]

North Central West Virginia residents excited for summer fairs, festivals

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