Columbus, OH

Florida State

New York Post

Sharing is caring. 

Florida mom Kiara Blanco is a staunch believer in that kindergarten adage — especially when it comes to children sharing toys at the playground. 

But Blanco’s take has elicited harsh backlash online, with other parents a little less generous when it comes to others enjoying their offspring’s objects. 

“Don’t bring toys to the park unless your kids and you are ready and willing to share,” Blanco, 22, implored in a now-viral TikTok clip that has amassed more than 574,000 views.

“I don’t think it’s fair that you’re gonna bring toys to a place where there’s gonna be a bunch of...

‘Entitled’ mom is slammed for insisting kids share toys at the park: ‘Life isn’t fair’

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Clarke County, MS

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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

Athens, GA

Now Habersham

A 19-year-old Lawrenceville man is in custody after allegedly kidnapping and sexually assaulting a minor, according to a news release from the Athens-Clarke County Police Department.

Teen arrested for kidnapping and molestation after Athens hit-and-runs

North Carolina State

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Town Talks

Can You Flash Your Headlights to Warn Other Drivers About Speed Traps?. Flashing headlights can serve as a signal to other drivers that law enforcement is nearby, often warning of speed traps or sobriety checkpoints.

Is it legal to flash your headlights to warn drivers of speed traps? What Drivers should now

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A former Jacksonville police officer pleaded guilty Tuesday to enticement of a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Josue Garriga III, 34, faces a mandatory penalty of 10 years to life in federal prison and must register as a sex offender. A sentencing date has not been set.

Former cop pleads guilty to enticing 17-year-old girl

Editor's note: This article was originally published on February 10, 2022. It has since been updated. Janita Badon surprised her 83-year-old grandma, Irma Badon, with a new home. The granddaughter was fulfilling a promise she had made to her grandmother at eight years old. In a video, the duo can be seen walking towards a home, surrounded by other members of their family. The senior citizen, using a walker and wondering why she could not just unwrap the present at home, is thoroughly shocked and excited when she learns she was in fact approaching the front porch of her new house. Badon's grandma was finally able to fulfill a lifelong wish, Good Morning America's Brightly reports.

At age 8, she promised her grandma she'd buy her a home. Years later, she's finally done it.

Irish Star

A mum has sparked a debate after she charged her daughter's friend's parents $15 to cover the cost of the food and toys her child used during a playdate - and people are not happy.

'I'm demanding other parents pay me when their kids come to my house for playdates'

The US Sun

A TEEN MUM has shared some of the struggles she has faced, after giving birth at just 13-years-old. Now 24, Gabbie Egan has been a mother for over 10 years, and said that some of her earliest memories involve her son. Taking to TikTok, the young mum revealed that as soon as she gave birth […]

I became a mum at 13 – I was so young I don’t remember life before having kids, I’ve been working since 14 to get by

Manchester, NH

InDepthNH.org

Manchester man faces multiple assault charges in connection with a 2-month old baby. On July 7, at approximately 3 p.m. an unresponsive baby boy was brought to Elliot Hospital.

Man Accused of Assaulting Infant

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Wyoming State

WyoFile

Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet an amazing and loving Goldendoodle who is searching for his TRUE furever family. Waylon is a three-year-old pup who was put into rescue through no fault of his own. According to his Petfinder profile, Waylon originally grew up with a family of his own, but after that family got a new puppy they decided Waylon had to go. There are no further details provided, but it is lucky that Great Dog Rescue New England was there to give Waylon the chance at happiness he truly deserves!

Goldendoodle Surrendered To Rescue After Original Owners Get New Puppy

Oregon State

Saint Augustine, FL

Lisa S. Gerard

Brittany Tavar, 45, disappeared from her home in St. Augustine, Florida, on July 6, 2010. She was part of a large family scattered on the other side of the country. Brittany's friends in the area described her as generous and caring. Not only was she regarded as a kind person, she was known to help others in need.

Florida Woman Befriends Homeless Man in 2010; Both Tragically Vanish

J. Souza

There's nothing quite like having a balcony cabin on a cruise ship. But while that semi-private space might seem like yours to do with as you please, Carnival is making sure cruisers know it comes with limitations.

Carnival Issues Ban on Balcony Activity Popular with Another Cruise Line

Bucks County Beacon

“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A Douglas man was taken into custody on July 4th after allegedly hitting another vehicle and fleeing the scene. According to officers, once the suspect was apprehended, they determined he was driving under the influence (DUI) at the time of the crash.

Douglas Man Arrested on DUI Charges After Hit-and-Run on July 4

New Jersey State

Collingswood, NJ

Morristown Minute

CAMDEN, N.J. – Ralston Boswell, 34, of Collingswood, New Jersey, has admitted to participating in schemes to fraudulently obtain Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans and unemployment insurance benefits. The announcement was made by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Plea: Man's PPP & Unemployment Fraud - $209K Scam

Being a parent is no easy feat, especially when you're dealing with toddlers. For whatever reason, they'll have a complete and utter breakdown over even the smallest things. And while it may seem cruel to some onlookers, ignoring them is often the best route to peace and quiet. This is...

Mom blasts stranger who told her to get off her phone while shopping with kids

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Bullied man with facial difference quits job to tour schools to help kids

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Bullied man with facial difference quits job to tour schools to help kids

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