Oregon State

Draft versions of the statewide wildfire hazard and wildland-urban interface maps are available to the public for review and comment starting today on Oregon State University’s Wildfire Risk Explorer website. The wildfire hazard map's purposes are to:. Educate Oregon residents and property owners about the level of hazard where...

New Oregon Wildfire Hazard Map Released

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Philadelphia, PA

Authorities in Philadelphia are looking for a woman who shot a seven-month-old child in the leg. The Philadelphia Police Department said that a woman walked up behind a couple pushing a stroller through the Holmesburg section of Northeast Philadelphia just before 6 p.m. on Thursday (July 17). The woman fired...

Parents Leave Baby Boy Behind After He's Shot In Leg By Gunwoman

Kent, WA

Three 11-year-old girls from Kent, Washington, saved their six-year-old neighbor from an attempted kidnapping. The Kent Police Department said that the three girls were walking to an ice cream truck when they saw the young girl being led away by a man they did not recognize. The girls turned on...

3 Young Girls Help Save 6-Year-Old From Kidnapping Attempt

Kentucky State

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Florence, KY

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Four people were killed and three others injured in a mass shooting in Northern Kentucky where the suspected shooter led police on chase before turning the gun on himself. Police responded to a call just before 3 a.m. on Saturday morning for an active shooting situation at a home in Florence.

Four dead, three injured in birthday party shooting; suspected shooter dead after chase

Muskegon, MI

Update: The Muskegon County Sheriff's Office says the body of a 26-year-old man who fell off a fishing boat in Lake Michigan has been recovered. Around 10:30 yesterday morning, rescue crews from the U.S. Coast Guard, the D-N-R and multiple police agencies responded to the scene a couple miles from the Muskegon channel. But high waves prompted postponement of the search. It turned into a recovery operation this morning.

Body of 26-year-old man who fell off boat found in Lake Michigan

Los Angeles, CA

I truly didn’t know there was a cap on how many dogs you could own as a household until now… did you?. But the good news is the city of Los Angeles may allow more dogs per house to ease shelter crowding. Apparently the current law says three...

The Maximum Number Of Dogs Per Household Might Be Going Up In LA!

Wisconsin State

Grand Rapids, WI

A man charged with killing a motorcyclist in Grand Rapids last summer was fatally shot in Wisconsin, causing his former criminal case to be dismissed. 19-year-old Peter Mathiang had a hearing scheduled this week in Kent County Circuit Court on a felony charge of reckless driving causing death, after allegedly striking a motorcyclist on the city's southwest side before fleeing. Police say the motorcyclist, 21-year-old Jared Gossage, of Wyoming, died on scene.

Man's criminal case dismissed after getting shot, killed

Anticipation is rising among Cape residents for the start of the Barnstable County Fair. The popular annual event opens Monday the 22nd and runs through Sunday the 28th. Crews are hard at work putting up rides and tents, making sure everything is in working order and completing safety checks. In...

Barnstable County Fair Readies For 2024 Return

Colorado State

Fort Collins, CO

Fried chicken may have found its popularity in the South but hungry diners all over the country crave the crunchy favorite in various forms, from smothered in hot sauce and slapped between buns to paired with a fluffy, syrupy waffle or as simple and classic as it comes, served with traditional Southern sides.

Colorado Restaurant Named The 'Best Fried Chicken Joint' In The State

Broken Arrow, OK

Four people have been found dead in a home in Broken Arrow. Police are investigating the deaths as a possible murder-suicide. It happened in a neighborhood near 91st and Aspen. Broken Arrow Police released the following statement:. At approximately 10:55 A.M., our officers responded to the home in the 1600...

Four Dead In Possible Murder-Suicide In Broken Arrow

Boston, MA

BOSTON (WBZ NewsRadio) — Dogs have a new place in the City of Boston. Park-9 Dog Bar in Everett, Mass. has added a second location for dogs to play while owners enjoy a beverage or two. Park-9 Dog Bar @ The Station in the Fenway neighborhood has over 17,000 sq. ft. of space for dogs to play without needing a leash.

Park-9 Dog Bar Expands To Fenway Neighborhood

Pennsylvania State

West Palm Beach, FL

A designer drug that's 50 times more deadly than fentanyl has been found in South Florida. West Palm Beach Police say the drug "ISO" is being produced to look like a run-of-the-mill opioid, but it's far more potent and the department is calling it a 'public safety threat.'. "If you...

'It's Scary' West Palm Beach Police Call New Drug 'Public Safety Threat'

Prentiss County, MS

Mississippi News Group

Written with A.I. assistance. According to the Prentiss County Sheriff's Department, a routine safety checkpoint led to the arrest of two individuals on July 12, 2024. Prentiss County Deputy Jimmy Jarman, along with Mississippi Highway Patrol (MHP), were conducting the checkpoint at MS 30 and CR 3501 when they encountered a vehicle driven by Angel Johnson of Iuka. Riding as a passenger was Shawn Holt, aged 53, from New Site.

Drug Arrest at Safety Checkpoint

Connecticut State

Nantucket, MA

A tragedy at the Triathlon in Nantucket this weekend. Police say a swimmer died after being pulled from the swimming event. Officials say EMTs were called to the waters right around 7am when one of the participants was reported to be unresponsive at Jetties Beach. Police report that the victim...

Connecticut Man Dies At Nantucket Triathlon

Middlefield, CT

Lyman Orchards is partnering with the Middlefield Fire Department and honoring local heroes in service, while showcasing the importance of fire safety. Visit with the volunteer Fire Department, while enjoying all the fun activities!. **5% of your Apple Barrel Farm Market purchase will be donated back to the Salvation Army**

The Blueberry Festival at Lyman Orchards is Saturday, July 20th

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Iowa State

Johnson County, IA

Tiffin, IA

(Tiffin, IA) -- The city of Tiffin, and Johnson County have entered an agreement for sheriff's deputies to patrol the city full-time. Rod Sullivan, chair of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors tells Iowa's News Now it's a smart move on the city of Tiffin's part. He says Tiffin is one of the fastest growing cities in Iowa, but not big enough for its own police force just yet.

Tiffin Signs Deal With Johnson County For Full-Time Policing

Illinois State

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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

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.

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Air Conditioning Coming To EBR, Ascension Parish School Buses

The East Baton Rouge and Ascension Parish school boards says their school bus fleets will soon be...

Air Conditioning Coming To EBR, Ascension Parish School Buses

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