Pennsylvania State

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Bucks County, PA

Bucks County Beacon

Despite a court mandate to fix the commonwealth’s unconstitutional underfunding of school districts, Republican State Representatives Kristin Marcell , Shelby Labs , and Craig Staats voted against a bill that would do just that while benefiting all public school students in Bucks County and across the state.

These Three Bucks County Republicans Voted Against the Pennsylvania House Bill to Fix the State’s Unconstitutional Education Funding

A bill guaranteeing Pennsylvanians access to zero cost contraception has passed overwhelmingly in the commonwealth’s House of Representatives. The bill, in one form or another, waited seven years to pass through committee and to the floor for a vote. And now advocates for the legislation are steeling themselves as they send it to the Republican-controlled senate.

Pennsylvania House Bill Guaranteeing Women Access to Contraception Actually Passed with Some GOP Support. We’ll See About the State Senate

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

Boston, MA

Vanishing Georgia

There’s little information to be found on the history of St. James C. M. E. Church, but the Boston town website notes that the congregation was established in 1896. I believe the present structure was built in the early 1900s. A 1909 broadside in the Hargrett Library in Athens advertises a gospel meeting for the […]

St. James C. M. E. Church, 1900s, Boston

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You might be guilty of this common habit.

The One Thing a Pet Behaviorist Is Begging Dog Parents to Stop Doing ASAP

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

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

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

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

It's hard to imagine traveling by air without a run-in with TSA — and yes, that includes those self-service screenings — but we often forget that this government agency is relatively young, having only been around since 2001. Its primary mission is to keep everyone safe, and that includes your pets. With more people jet-setting with their four-legged friends, TSA has to screen them, too. And while most pets are inherently good (why else would TSA have working dogs?), they still have to follow rules to sail past security, just like us humans. Rule number one? Put them in proper carriers.

What TSA Wants You To Know Before Flying With Your Pet

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

Kiplinger

What's the true cost of pet ownership? Here's how much you should expect to pay when adopting a new furry friend.

Pet Ownership: What It Really Costs to Own a Dog or Cat

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

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

Wyoming State

WyoFile

If you’ve been hiking or hunting in Wyoming, you’ve likely come across no trespassing signs. But sometimes what lies beyond those signs isn’t actually private property. Instead, it’s public land, which should be legally accessible to all.

Has Wyoming’s attempt to stop bogus ‘no trespassing’ signs made a difference?

A-Z-Animals

Introducing a new pet into the home is a big decision, especially when you want to get it so the kids to learn some responsibility and bonding. Though the most common pets to adopt are dogs and cats, adopting reptiles has become increasingly common. These cold-blooded creatures may look intimidating as pets, but they are […]

The 10 Best Lizards To Keep As Pets

GreenMatters

Your loyal fur friend may be getting up there in years, and they may not have a zeal for eating like they once did, but you still want to ensure they're getting ample nutrition.As dogs age, their dietary needs change. Senior dogs need grub that's not only nutritious (and delicious) but also supportive for their joints, digestion, and immune system. Senior dog foods are specially formulated with balanced nutrients, antioxidants, and easily digestible ingredients to cater to those needs. Whether it's wet food designed for easy chewing and added hydration or kibble enriched with glucosamine and chondroitin for joint support,...

The Best Dog Food Picks for Your Senior Dog, According to a Veterinarian

Introduction to the Smallest Dog Breeds That Stay Tiny. Many breeds of dogs start small and stay small, making them some of the smallest dog breeds available. Some people prefer these tiny breeds because they travel well. These companions can easily be carried around, increasing the bond between pets and humans.

5 of the Smallest Dog Breeds That Stay Tiny: Perfect Pets for Any Home

Norfolk, VA

Fifty percent of Norfolk church has high blood pressure. 3WTKR reports that Pastor Reverend Dr. Geoffrey Guns of Second Calvery Baptist Church in Norfolk made a startling discovery in March. He asked congregants who had high blood pressure to stand and half of the congregation rose to their feet.

Virginia pastor reveals half of his African American congregation has hypertension

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

WBNG

NewsBreak

Here’s how Pennsylvania’s ‘Hot Car Bill’ protects pets and law enforcement

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Here’s how Pennsylvania’s ‘Hot Car Bill’ protects pets and law enforcement

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