Wisconsin State

CNN’s John King shows us why the GOP convention opened with Donald Trump in a commanding lead for the 270 electoral votes needed to win the White House.

John King explains the Electoral College map as it stands now

Ohio State

Donald Trump has selected Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his presidential running mate. Vance was later formally selected as Trump's running mate, during the first day of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Doug Burgum and Marco Rubio have both been told that Trump will not pick them...

JD Vance is Trump's VP pick after Rubio and Burgum were passed over for running mate

The Associated Press

Donald Trump entered the Republican National Convention with a bandage covering his right ear. The former president appeared at the RNC’s opening night just days after the assassination attempt at his Pennsylvania rally. Follow AP’s live coverage of the Republican National Convention. MILWAUKEE (AP) — Two days after surviving an attempted assassination, former President Donald Trump appeared triumphantly at the Republican National Convention’s opening night with a bandage over his right ear, the latest compelling scene in a presidential campaign already defined by dramatic turns.  GOP delegates cheered wildly when Trump appeared onscreen backstage and then emerged in the arena, visibly emotional, as musician Lee Greenwood sang “God Bless the USA.” That was hours after the convention had formally nominated the former president to head the Republican ticket in November against President Joe Biden. 

Donald Trump enters Republican convention hall with a bandaged ear and gets a hero's welcome

WashingtonExaminer

The Wisconsin Supreme Court handed the Democrats a victory on Friday when it ruled that contentious ballot boxes could be used in the state and they wouldn’t be confined to select locations. In a 4-3 ruling on Friday, Wisconsin’s Supreme Court reversed a 2022 decision that placed tighter restrictions on ballot drop boxes. The ruling […]

Wisconsin Supreme Court hands Democrats  huge win with ballot box decision

Lancaster County, PA

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NewsByJoshua

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

Milwaukee, WI

In the wake of an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, a 21-year-old man was apprehended near the Republican National Convention site in Milwaukee. The suspect, wearing a ski mask and armed with an AK-47 pistol, was detained by Capitol Police and Homeland Security Investigations near the Fiserv Forum on Monday, July 15. Trump was scheduled to appear at the convention later that day.

Man armed with AK-47, arrested near Republican convention in Milwaukee

Wyoming State

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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

Indiana State

Franklin, IN

A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

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

Colorado State

Mediaite

Trump’s pick to win the GOP primary in Colorado’s 5th Congressional district lost in spectacular fashion on Tuesday night
The post ‘Utter Humiliation’: Trump-Endorsed Candidate Loses GOP Primary Despite Being Chairman of State Party first appeared on Mediaite.

‘Utter Humiliation’: Trump-Endorsed Candidate Loses GOP Primary Despite Being Chairman of State Party

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

Ocilla, GA

Last Thursday, agents from the South Central Drug Task Force (SCDTF) made an arrest following a successful execution of a search warrant at a residence in Ocilla. According to officials, the search yielded a significant quantity of drugs, including tablets suspected to contain fentanyl, associated with a criminal street gang.

Successful Drug Bust in Ocilla Leads to Arrest Linked to 'Local Criminal Street Gang'

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

Chicago, IL

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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?

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

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

The Hill

More than 7 in 10 voters have already decided whom they will vote for in the November presidential election, according to a new poll.  The Harvard CAPS/Harris poll released Monday showed 72 percent of respondents said they have already made up their minds, while 28 percent said they are still weighing their choices. That’s a…

Fake electors serve as Wisconsin delegates

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