CBS News

The remains of a 12-year-old girl have been found in Australia after an apparent crocodile attack. Police said the girl's remains were found in a river system near where she went missing two days earlier in the Northern Territory's Indigenous community of Palumpa, according to The Associated Press. Northern Territory Police said Thursday that the injuries on the girl's body confirmed a crocodile attack, adding that her remains were found after an "extensive search effort." "The recovery has been made. It was particularly gruesome and a sad, devasting outcome," Senior Sergeant Erica Gibson said. "It was an extremely difficult, essentially 36 hours......

Missing 12-year-old girl's remains found after crocodile attack

Alabama State

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All Things NC

Lake Guntersville, Alabama's largest lake, is known for its serene beauty and recreational opportunities, drawing thousands of visitors annually. From boating and fishing to bird watching and hydroplane races, the lake is a hub of activity. However, beneath its tranquil surface lie several covert dangers that pose risks to both humans and wildlife. This article delves into these hidden hazards, highlighting the need for awareness and caution.

Hidden Perils Lurking in Alabama's Lake Guntersville

Virginia State

A-Z-Animals

Virginia, a state in the eastern United States, has many lakes and reservoirs — and those lakes and reservoirs have snakes. A few lakes, in particular, offer a fascinating opportunity for nature enthusiasts to observe and appreciate the incredible diversity of snakes that inhabit the region.  From venomous species like the copperhead to harmless water […]

The Most Snake-Infested Lakes in Virginia

WELLINGTON, New Zealand -- Spade-toothed whales are the world’s rarest, with no live sightings ever recorded. No one knows how many there are, what they eat, or even where they live in the vast expanse of the southern Pacific Ocean. However, scientists in New Zealand may have finally caught a break.

Whale that washed up on New Zealand beach may be world's rarest

South Carolina State

Nassau County, FL

New York Post

A man scouring a north Florida beach for sea turtle nests stumbled instead upon more than 70 pounds of cocaine bricks with a street value of $4 million, according to police.

The bizarre discovery was made on Friday morning on Amelia Island beach in Nassau County, News4Jax reported.

The bricks of cocaine, weighing in at 32 kilograms, were wrapped in plastic with a picture of a bald eagle on top, photos show.



Fourth person arrested over the alleged murders of brothers in Mexico

The drugs have an estimated value of $1 million in brick form but a street value of more than $4 million,...

Beachgoer looking for turtle nests on Florida beach finds bricks of cocaine worth $4M

Florida State

Governor Ron DeSantis has signed yet another controversial bill into law, this time allowing Floridians to shoot black bears. As one might expect, environmental groups are not at all happy about this latest move from the far-right politician. Ron DeSantis: Tough on Crime, Tougher on the First Amendment. Throughout his...

Ron DeSantis Makes It Legal for Floridians To Open Fire on Bears

Miramar, FL

L. Cane

Despite the fact that the cost of living has been steadily rising in Florida, it is still a top destination for retirees. Most know that the population in the Sunshine State is becoming more crowded, so finding the "hidden gems" that everyone isn't flocking to can be a benefit. The publication Go Banking Rates has named Miramar as one of those "hidden gems." And it might be a city that not everyone is familiar with. This article will discuss its appeal to retirees.

Florida's "City of Lakes" Has Been Called A "Hidden Gem" That's Perfect For Retirees

Coral Gables, FL

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

Prentiss County, MS

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Mississippi News Group

Written with A.I. assistance. According to the Prentiss County Sheriff's Department, on June 26, 2024, deputies and narcotics agents were actively searching for an individual who had failed to appear for sentencing in Circuit Court. During their investigation, agents observed a vehicle visiting the suspect's residence and departing shortly afterward.

Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest for Possession of Methamphetamine in Prentiss County

Shenandoah, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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

Police Log, 7/10/2024

Fernandina Beach, FL

The Independent

A man on Florida’s coast was attacked by a shark over the weekend and is now recovering in hospital, authorities have said.It is the third shark attack in state waters over the past month. Officials from the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit responding to a distress call Friday morning found the victim in critical condition aboard a boat, losing blood from a “severe” shark bite on his right forearm.The attack happened in the Amelia River near Fernandina Beach, about 35 miles (56 kilometers) north of Jacksonville, after the victim caught the shark while fishing, according to sheriff's office public...

Another fisherman attacked by shark as Florida leads the world in bites

Savannah, GA

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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

Fox News

Florida biologists recently caught an unusual longnose gar with a crooked spine. Experts believe that the fish may have suffered a spine injury at some point.

Biologists surprised by 'interesting' crooked fish caught in Florida waters

North Carolina State

Town Talks

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

WyoFile

Editor’s note: This story has been updated with more information about the law enforcement response and the area where the shooting took place. Yellowstone National Park rangers shot and killed a person early Thursday morning during an exchange of gunfire that also left a ranger injured, the park announced.

Yellowstone National Park shooting leaves one dead, ranger injured

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

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

Pembroke Pines, FL

Insider

Residents living near an artificial lake in Florida noticed a manatee swimming in it. Manatees typically swim near the coast and in rivers, not lakes.

Florida residents were shocked to see a manatee swimming in their human-made lake. A biologist thinks she knows how it got there.

NewsByJoshua

Upside Foods, a leading player in the cultivated meat industry, has announced significant staffing adjustments as it navigates challenges within the sector. The company, known for its innovative approach to producing meat from cell cultures, cited the need to streamline operations and adapt to evolving market conditions.

A Leading Food Company Announces a Significant Wave of Layoffs

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

NewsBreak

Blue Green algae warning issued for Lake Afton

SEDGWICK COUNTY, Kan. (KAKE) - The KDHE has issued a Blue Green algae warning for Lake Afton, saying conditions are not safe for humans...

Blue Green algae warning issued for Lake Afton

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