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The US Sun

CONSUMERS could qualify for money from a major price-fixing settlement. Several food companies have been accused of conspiring to keep prices on certain chicken goods high. That means millions may have bought chicken with artificially inflated prices. Some customers sued, claiming they paid unlawful prices as a result of the alleged scheme. This kind of […]

Deadline extended for Americans to get payment from $181 million grocery settlement and you don’t need a receipt

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Why Do You See So Many Shoes Wrapped Around Power Lines?

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

Social Security Disability Insurance checks for July will soon be rolling out to recipients. Below, we'll break down the payment schedule and when you can expect to receive your check this month. If you still haven't received your June SSDI check, here's what you can do. Each month has four...

SSDI July Payment 2024: Here's When Your Check Is Coming

Pontotoc County, MS

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Police in Pontotoc made an arrest recently that led to the discover of multiple IED's according to a press release from the Pontotoc County Sheriff. The Criminal Investigation Division (CID) of Pontotoc County Sheriff’s Department reports that on Tuesday July 2nd, 2024 Jason Lambert 40 of Tupelo, Ms. was arrested and charged by the CID and charged withDomestic Violence-Aggravated Assault and Felony Malicious Mischief.

Man arrested on domestic violence charges found to have multiple Molotov cocktails

The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau said Thursday that apps that allow workers to access their paychecks in advance, often for a fee, are providing loans and therefore subject to the Truth in Lending Act, a 1968 law that requires lenders disclose all loan costs and fees. If enacted, the proposed rule would provide clarity to a fast-growing industry known as Earned Wage Access, which has been compared to payday lending. The agency wants borrowers to be able to “easily compare products” and to prevent “race-to-the-bottom business practices,” CFPB Director Rohit Chopra said on a call with...

US agency says apps that let workers access paychecks before payday are providing loans

CBS News

If you recently got an email from the Social Security Administration, don't ignore it. Millions of people who created an online my Social Security account before September 18, 2021, will soon have to switch to a Login.gov account to be able to continue to access their information, according to the agency.All users will soon need to have either a Login.gov or ID.me account to access their Social Security account and other online services, SSA said. More than 5 million account holders have already made the transition, part of an effort to simplify the process of signing in securely to access online...

Social Security recipients must update their online accounts.

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

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Oregon, OH

Isla Chiu

OREGON, OH - A local restaurant has expanded with a new location in the city. Earlier this month, on July 16, Grape Leaf Express officially opened the doors of its newest restaurant in Oregon at 3555 Navarre Ave, according to the restaurant's social media account. This is Grape Leaf Express's third location; Grape Leaf Express also has restaurants in Toledo and Perrysburg.

A new restaurant has opened in Oregon, Ohio

SCAMMERS are finding increasingly convincing ways to get their hands on your money – and falling for their schemes can cost you thousands. Gone are the days of relying on fraudulent emails to trick people into handing over their personal information. Malicious actors can reach you over the phone and trick you into picking up […]

‘Do not answer it’ iPhone and Android owners told over common signs you’re being hit with bank-emptying phone call scam

Clarke County, MS

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

TechSpot

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. A hot potato: We've seen companies use plenty of underhand, cruel, and legally questionable ways of forcing workers back into the office. Indian multinational IT consulting firm HCL Technologies has implemented what sounds like a new one: telling its workers to come back in at least three days per week or lose vacation days.

IT firm's RTO ultimatum: get back in the office or lose your vacation days

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

WashingtonExaminer

The first round of July’s three Social Security payments, worth up to $4,873 for those who retire at 70, will go out in 13 days. The first round of payments is set to go out Wednesday, July 10, to beneficiaries who were born on or before the 10th. People born on or between the 11th and 20th of the month […]

Social Security update: First round of July payments worth $4,873 goes out in 13 days

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The GoFundMe for When Calls the Heart actress Mamie Laverock has been shut down. This happened in an update to the GoFundMe page on Wednesday, July 17. The cancelation of the fundraiser also came with a surprising message that seemed to be from Mamie herself. Here is what the message...

Mamie Laverock’s Family Ends GoFundMe For Medical Expenses

Youngstown, OH

YOUNGSTOWN, OH - Are you a fan of Indian food? If the answer is yes, then you might want to hear about the new restaurant Urban Pind, which is located in Youngstown at 3107 1/2 Belmont Ave. According to Indian Grocery of Youngstown's social media account, the new restaurant is set to have its grand opening on Friday, July 19.

A new restaurant is opening on July 19 in Youngstown, Ohio

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?

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Are you vulnerable to text message scams? Here are seven popular financial scam messages circulating today that you'll want to delete immediately.

These 7 Text Messages Are Almost Always Financial Scams

YOU might be able to claim some cash from a $5.5 million wine and spirits settlement. You don't need to do anything to get your part of the payment. This lawsuit, initiated by Wiseman Park, LLC ("Plaintiff"), alleges that Southern Wine and Spirits charged excessive late fees on purchasing wine, beer, or liquor, per the settlement website.

Americans can receive one-time payment from $5.5 million overcharge settlement – and you don’t need any proof

The Independent

 Martin Lewis is urging anyone who thinks they may have been mis-sold car finance to not miss out on their chance to claim.The Money Saving Expert founder urged anyone who bought a car, van or motorbike on finance between April 2007 and 28 January 2021, to check if they could be owed money by the deadline of 25 September.Speaking on the Martin Lewis Podcast on Wednesday (17 July), the financial guru said: “If the regulator does rule as expected on 25 September that there was systemic mis-selling, then you’re in there and you should be due a payout.”

Martin Lewis issues urgent car finance claim deadline update

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Ohio Turnpike Alerts Customers of Ongoing Text Scam for Toll Payments

July 22, 2024, Press Release from the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission: BEREA, Ohio (July 22, 2024) – The Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission is reminding...

Ohio Turnpike Alerts Customers of Ongoing Text Scam for Toll Payments

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