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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

A-Z-Animals

If you are out on a long hike or camping you’re probably hoping you don’t run into any bears. For some hunters, it’s the opposite and they purposely go out looking for bears. Hunting of Kodiak bears is limited and strictly controlled. While the population of Kodiaks appears to be stable, there is concern about […]

Discover the Largest Kodiak Bear Ever Recorded

A Social Security spousal rule that has been around for decades officially ends this year for everyone except those who turned 70 on Jan. 1, 2024. The rule allows recipients to switch between their benefits and their spouses to receive the maximum amount. But unless you were born before Jan. 1, 1954, you won’t be able to take advantage.

This Social Security Spousal Rule Is Officially Finished in 2024 — But These 3 Strategies Remain

Whiskey Riff

It’s a family affair.

There’s nothing like the age-old lynx and rabbit relationship. In places like Canada and Alaska, you can bet that where there’s hare and rabbit, you will find lynx as well.

Lynx are wild cats that primarily live in more northern parts of North America. These cats are absolute killers just like all of their relatives. They can reach weights of 40 pounds and are trained assassins. Lynx have loaded back legs with massive muscles that help propel them at their prey, or up into trees. Their feet also have large pads which essentially act like snow shoes to...

Entire Lynx Family Chases Down A Rabbit In Alaska

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

A group of tourists in Alaska were recently caught on camera pulling over to the side of the road and getting out of their cars to follow a black bear cub. The alarming video, posted on Instagram by user RV travel family of 4- Fire Journey (@humbledhomebigbackyard), has sparked outrage online.

Visitor shares upsetting video of fellow tourists crowding wild bear at national park: 'Just leave them alone'

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Alaskan brown bears ain’t nothing to mess with. These are massive bears, reaching weights well over 1,000 pounds, all while standing over 8 feet tall. These beasts live in harsh areas, but are well fed with the abundance of food on Alaska’s coasts.

Often times, even though they are massive killers, they leave people alone because they are so well fed with the abundance of salmon, berries and other creatures around there. But that doesn’t mean you want to get that close to one of these killers.

Unless you are a wildlife photographer like this guy,...

Wildlife Photographer Gets Insane Shot Of An Alaskan Brown Bear From Only A Few Feet Away

Bacon County, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

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

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Some Alaskan anglers went out on the Kenai River to catch some fish, and though they probably did reel in more than a couple of catches, the biggest moment of the day came when a massive moose crashed their fishing spot.

Now to be clear, it's not uncommon to see a moose running about in Alaska. There is an estimated population of about 200,000 in our northern-most-state. However, humans rarely ever get to witness a sizable creature like this showing its upmost physical capabilities.

If you've ever tried to run into the ocean, you know how hard it can be...

Moose Effortessly Sprints Through River, Right Past Fishermen In Alaska

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

UPI News

On Friday the Biden administration's Interior Department blocked construction of the 211-mile Ambler Road as it acted to protect 28 million acres of Alaska ecosystem from oil and gas drilling and mining.

Biden administration blocks Alaska industrial road to protect the environment

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Gov. Andy Beshear announced on Thursday the successful launch of a statewide drug operation by the Kentucky State Police (KSP) known as “Operation Summer Heat,” following a three-month investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings.

KSP’s Operation Summer Heat makes 206 drug trafficking arrests, saving lives in safer state

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Montana State

WEST YELLOWSTONE — In a gathering near a picturesque lake outside Yellowstone National Park, hundreds of people cheered on June 26 as a Native American leader spoke the name revealed on a painted hide for a rare white buffalo that was born in the park earlier in June: Wakan Gli, which means "Return Sacred" in Lakota.

Tribes honor birth of rare white buffalo calf, reveal its name: Wakan Gli | OUT WEST ROUNDUP

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

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

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

Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

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FEMA provides bulk of $108M in Typhoon Merbok recovery aid

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - More than $108 million has been approved to help Western Alaska communities rebuild public infrastructure damaged by Typhoon Merbok, the massive storm...

FEMA provides bulk of $108M in Typhoon Merbok recovery aid

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