Great Falls, MT

Montana Free Press

The state’s largest nursing home plans to close its doors weeks after being terminated from the federal Medicare and Medicaid program after “a history of serious quality issues” and violations for deficient patient care. In a recent public notice, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid announced that...

State’s largest nursing home prepares to close following patient safety violations

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

Coral Gables, FL

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Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

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

The article delves into the dynamics of urbanization and suburbanization, exploring their impacts on society :. Economic Factors : Urbanization thrives on economic opportunities in cities with dense industries and services. Quality of Life : Suburbs attract families with safer neighborhoods, larger homes, and better schools. Infrastructure : Urban areas...

Which grows faster ? Urbanization vs suburbanization : population shifts and development trends

Tupelo, MS

Tupelo, MS - July 3, 2024. According to Tupelo Police Department officials, an arrest has been made following an investigation into embezzlement allegations at Titan Storage located on 2074 North Gloster Street. The incident, reported on June 10, 2024, involved the alleged embezzlement of approximately $1,200 from the business.

Embezzlement Arrest Made: Tupelo Police Department Reports

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?

Shenandoah, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

NORTHERN SCHUYLKILL – The following is a collection of police incidents reported by local law enforcement...
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Police Log, 7/10/2024

California State

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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

Mississippi State

Tishomingo County, MS

TISHOMINGO COUNTY, Miss. — According to Tishomingo County Sheriff's Department, on July 11, 2024, deputies responded to a call at a residence on County Road 286 concerning unwanted guests. Upon arrival, law enforcement encountered a fleeing suspect who was swiftly apprehended.

Methamphetamine Lab Discovered in Tishomingo County Residence, Arrest Made

Denver, CO

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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

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

Adel, GA

Daily Coffee Press

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 Mayor Mike Johnston has become nationally known for moving more than 1,600 homeless people indoors since he has become mayor. Now he wants to place 200 people struggling with mental illness and/or addiction into treatment, according to an upcoming City Council committee agenda.

Denver mayor to send 200 people experiencing homeless to treatment

Aurora, CO

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

UnitedHealth Group executives are telling investors that the pressure on Medicaid margins from redeterminations is likely to be short-lived. The company reported its second quarter earnings July 16. The company's medical loss ratio was 85.1% in Q2, up from 83.2% in the second quarter of 2023. A "timing mismatch between...

UnitedHealth: Medicaid 'mismatch' will be short-lived

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

North Carolina State

Town Talks

A recent study from the Cremation Association of North America shows that nearly 60% of Americans chose cremation over traditional burials in 2022. Many who opt for cremation request that their ashes be scattered in meaningful places, such as their birthplace, where they met their significant other, or a favorite vacation spot.

Where can you legally scatter ashes in North Carolina? What to know about state cremation laws

Farm Direct Partners has appointed two produce industry specialists — Jackie Carrillo as executive vice president of sales and Dan Acevedo as director of business development — as key executives in a strategic move that will further advance the company’s exponential growth in the imported lime category.

Jackie Carrillo and Dan Acevedo join Farm Direct Partners

The expectation of a stronger hurricane season, and the effects of climate change on the economy, are just a few examples of what has led the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to improve its natural disaster mitigation programs, including access to funds before a natural event occurs. "We've tried to...

Disaster assistance loans are gaining prominence

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Haywood County advances two major affordable housing projects with federal funds

HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Two affordable housing projects are gaining momentum in Haywood County thanks to federal funds that the county received after Tropical Storm...

Haywood County advances two major affordable housing projects with federal funds

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