Arizona State

Milwaukee, WI

CBS News

CBS News is fact checking some of the statements made by speakers during the 2024 Republican National Convention, which is taking place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, through Thursday, July 18. Monday's theme was the economy, so several of the statements checked relate to U.S. economic concerns. Former President Donald Trump made a surprise appearance at the convention Monday night.CBS News is covering the RNC live. Fact check on Sen. Katie Britt's statement that Trump had the best economy ever: FalseGOP Sen. Katie Britt of Alabama: "Under President Trump, we had the strongest economy in history."Details: Britt claimed in her convention speech that...

2024 RNC Day 1 fact check of the Republican National Convention

Pennsylvania State

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Bucks County Beacon

With an assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania on July 13, 2024, the U.S. experienced another violent episode in its increasingly polarized politics. Former President Trump, who’s about to formally become the GOP nominee for president in the 2024 election, survived the attempted assassination when, initial reports said, a bullet grazed his ear . But one rally attendee was killed , more spectators were injured and the suspected gunman is also dead. The Conversation’s politics editor, Naomi Schalit, spoke with University of Massachusetts, Lowell, scholar Arie Perliger after the event. Perliger offered insight from his study of political violence and assassinations. Given the stark political polarization in the U.S., Perliger said, “it’s not a surprise that eventually people engage in violence.”

‘One Inch from a Potential Civil War’? Trump Shooting a Close Call for American Democracy

PolitiFact live fact-checked the third night of the 2024 Republican National Convention, featuring a speech from former President Donald Trump’s newly-announced running mate, Sen. J.D. Vance, R-Ohio. Vance, once a fierce critic of Trump, won his Senate seat in 2022 with the Republican presidential nominee's backing. He would be...

Fact Check: Live: Fact-checking Trump VP J.D. Vance’s 2024 RNC speech in Milwaukee

HuffPost

"It was a funny thing to do, but it was a serious thing because of the tragedy that happened," one attendee said.

RNC Attendees Are Wearing Bandages Over Their Right Ears

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

The List

Majorie Taylor Greene's outfit at the 2024 RNC proves she has little care for traditional fashion expectations. Her bizarre look has us scratching our heads.

Marjorie Taylor Greene's Bleak Fashion Fail At 2024 RNC Completely Misses The Mark

Chicago, IL

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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?

USA TODAY

It’s day 3 of the RNC, and Republicans are continuing their pitch to voters on their priorities for another Trump presidency.

OnPolitics: JD Vance will take the stage tonight on day 3 of the RNC

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

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

Wyoming State

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

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

Georgia State

Tallahassee, FL

The FBI is investigating the disappearance of a now 13-year-old girl who went missing from Florida last year and has ties to Georgia and Tennessee. A $15,000 reward is being offered to anyone with information that can lead to her location.

FBI Investigating Disappearance of 12-Year-Old Girl Who Has Ties to Georgia

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

Tucson, AZ

Brunch wasn’t on our radar when we arrived in Arizona. Sonoran dishes like bacon-wrapped hot dogs? Sure. Meat-filled tacos? Of course. Pancakes and waffles? Not so much. But, as we quickly learned, the Tucson brunch game is both strong and varied. We also learned that knowing where to go...

Brunch in Tucson: 7 Spots Not to Miss

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

Latin Times

NEW YORK CITY - Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez took to X, formerly twitter, to publicly criticize fellow Democrats who have come to terms with Trump's potential reelection ahead of the November elections. The veteran representative urged those lawmakers to retire from mainstream politics. The response comes after an anonymous quote from...

AOC tells Democrats 'resigned' to second Trump presidency after shooting to 'absolutely retire'

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

NBC News

JD Vance’s wife Usha Vance introduced him at the Republican National Convention. She spoke about how they met and their life together, describing him as “a meat and potatoes kind of guy” who likes to play with puppies and has a fondness for the movie “Babe.”

JD Vance's wife Usha introduces him at the RNC

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Fact-checking JD Vance during his primetime address at the RNC in Milwaukee

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Arizona’s Family is committed to holding all politicians accountable during and after elections, regardless of party. Our Investigates team fact-checks statements as candidates...

Fact-checking JD Vance during his primetime address at the RNC in Milwaukee

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