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Margaret Minnicks

WVTF reported that a new Virginia law will become effective on July 1, 2024. The law will prevent utility companies from disconnecting services on various occasions, which could leave someone without power for days.

A new law will keep utilities from being disconnected on weekends and holidays in Virginia

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Kentucky State

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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

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Hammy and Cheyanne, two miniature poodles, are in search of their forever home. Weighing 6.3lb and 6.4lb respectively, these sweet pups are a bonded pair with a sad past. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, shares their story, explaining that "Hammy & Cheyanne are cruelty case pups that are a bonded pair. They're from a rural area in Texas. These are a pair of sweet little pups that are in need of a fresh start together!"

Meet The Sweet Little Dogs Who Are Looking For Love

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

Western bluebirds are among the most beautiful birds in Alameda. The male is intensely blue with bronze highlights and the female is equally beautiful, with more subtle coloration. Western bluebirds are now quite common in open-space areas of the city, but that was not always the case. Before 2010 they were rarely seen here, and for a few years after that they were seen only in winter around Crown Beach , traveling elsewhere to nest during spring.

With a Little Help, Western Bluebirds Are Nesting in Alameda

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Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Winks, an adorable and incredibly strong puppy with a heartbreaking origin. Winks was found unmoving on the side of a road with severe injuries. He had several very infected wounds and was barely holding on when his rescuers rushed him to the vet. Once there, x-rays revealed the horrifying truth that Winks had been shot numerous times around his face and neck. These injuries resulted in him having his eye removed. Despite that, Winks has made a miraculous and full recovery. He certainly does not let his handicap slow him down at his new foster home. Winks was truly given a second chance at life, and now all he needs is a family to call his own.

10-Month-Old Dog Who Was Hit In Face Several Times Now Searching For Family

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced an adorable puppy named Koi who they describe as a “sweet and happy little puppy who found himself dumped at a high kill shelter for unknown reasons.” Despite the harsh start to his life, Koi remains an adorable and energetic puppy. Now, thanks to Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. giving him a second chance and rescuing him from the high-kill shelter, Koi is ready for adoption and looking for his forever home.

Meet Koi: The Sweet & Happy Little Puppy Dumped At A High-Kill Shelter

Egg Roll is a one-year-old, 34lb American Bully who has recently been introduced by Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue located in Massachusetts. This charming, round little dog is looking for his forever home and comes with a delightful personality and some special quirks.

Meet Egg Roll: The Round Little Snuggle Buddy Looking For Love

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

Bedminster Township, PA

Bucks County Beacon

Something stinks in Pipersville and many local residents say the pungent smell is coming from Kingdom Provisions, LLC, a slaughterhouse located at 5960 Durham Road, where turkey buzzards are constantly perched in trees and an abundance of flies is considered commonplace.

Pipersville Residents Held Hostage By Slaughterhouse Horrors

California State

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?

The Animal Rescue of New England recently introduced Cagney and Lacey, two adorable German Shepherd puppies, who are now ready to find their forever home. These lively girls were saved from a shelter on the day they were due to be euthanized due to overcrowding. At approximately five months old, both puppies are brimming with energy and love.

Puppies Saved On The Day They Were To Be Euthanized Now Looking For Love

Morris County, NJ

Morristown Minute

MORRISTOWN, NJ - As of this morning, numerous construction projects and an incident involving downed wires are causing traffic disruptions across Morris County, affecting key roadways and potentially delaying local commutes. Here's a rundown of the current road conditions:

Traffic Nightmare: Construction and Downed Wires Cause Chaos in Morris County

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

Wenatchee, WA

Othello, WA

Timothy A Gruver

Stemilt Ag Services LLC of Wenatchee faces $353,000 in fines for safety violations which led to a worker being buried alive in a trench collapse last autumn in Othello, the Washington Department of Labor & Industries reports.

Burying Grower Alive: Fruit Company Faces $353K Fine

Palm Springs, CA

Palm Springs Tribune

The City of Palm Springs recently commenced a Historical Context Study with well known Southern California consultant Architectural Resources Group (ARG) to document the facts surrounding the complex history of Section 14.

City of Palm Springs Commences Section 14 Historical Context Study

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

No matter where you live, there are plenty of cats looking for a place to call home, but these cats here, these are Kansas City cats. Everybody knows that Kansas City cats are the best cats in the world. Right? Regardless, all are available to adopt from area shelters--go and get them while you can.

A cat named Fluff and five other divine felines available to adopt

Declutterbuzz

If you’re happy with having all that stuff hats off to you! Be happy! If your physical and mental health is taking a hit due to too much clutter, if you, or a family member, are filled with shame about your situation, then ‘What is your tipping point with too much clutter’ was written for you?

What is your tipping point with too much clutter?

Kansas State

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) helps to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 174 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Since January 1, 2024, there was a total of 1,445 reported missing in the country.

Missing Missouri children as of July 17, 2024, according to the NCMEC

Oregon State

NewsByJoshua

With scorching heatwaves sweeping across the country, drivers are being advised to take their car's thermometer readings with a grain of salt. While your dashboard might display a temperature that seems outrageously high, experts suggest not relying on it for an accurate outdoor temperature gauge.

Drivers cautioned not to use a standard car feature on hot days - opt for your phone instead

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Jim’s First Alert Forecast: Back into the furnace this week

The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for all of Eastern North Carolina counties Monday, July 15, from 11 AM-7 PM. Back into...

Jim’s First Alert Forecast: Back into the furnace this week

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