Columbus, OH

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

Milwaukee, WI

Shine My Crown

LaShanda Shumpert, a beloved mother of six and grandmother to 18 children, tragically lost her life in a senseless shooting at her home during the early hours of Tuesday, June 25, 2024. The incident unfolded in a Milwaukee neighborhood where Shumpert, 47, was reportedly speaking on the phone with her...

Tragedy Strikes: Beloved Mom Of 6, LaShanda Shumpert, Fatally Shot At Her Doorstep

It is always sad to see a desperate dog that is left on the street to fend for itself. It is even more heartbreaking when that furry being begs everyone for help, but nobody seems to listen. Some people have truly great hearts and can not stand such situations, so...

Stray Pregnant Dog Wanders The Streets, Begging People To Help Her And Her Future Babies

Massachusetts State

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Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet an amazing and loving Goldendoodle who is searching for his TRUE furever family. Waylon is a three-year-old pup who was put into rescue through no fault of his own. According to his Petfinder profile, Waylon originally grew up with a family of his own, but after that family got a new puppy they decided Waylon had to go. There are no further details provided, but it is lucky that Great Dog Rescue New England was there to give Waylon the chance at happiness he truly deserves!

Goldendoodle Surrendered To Rescue After Original Owners Get New Puppy

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

Children often tend to pick up unique behaviors from their favorite family members. Quite often, these members are either one of the parents, grandparents or siblings. Kids love to take on their manners and lifestyle consciously and subconsciously after spending time with them and being completely obsessed with everything they do. A mom named Caitlyn—who goes by @caitlinbattyyyy on TikTok—shared that her toddler daughter also has one such special member whom she dearly adores. The mom revealed that she was sure of who the little one's favorite was after she observed a specific behavior in the youngster.

Little girl gives away who her favorite family member is in the most adorable way possible

Editor's note: This article was originally published on April 12, 2023. It has since been updated. Our moms know us the best. Azha Prather always knew her baby boy was gifted. Last August, the internet found out too. Prather shared a video of her 2-year-old son, Semaj, who told his mom she was beautiful, all because she brought him some fruit snacks. "It started with that video when he was telling me that I'm so beautiful. I wasn't looking for it to blow up as it did. I was just recording him one night, he had just got in bed," Prather told PEOPLE. Semaj gained attention for his snark after his mother questioned why he was washing dishes at the sink like an adult.

Mom catches toddler making a mess washing dishes and his snarky response is hilarious

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?

Kentucky State

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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

Scary Mommy

It is really impossible to know how hard it is to care for a baby until you have one. I remember the complete shock I was in the month after I returned home from the hospital, realizing that I would not have a worry-free moment — or a hands-free moment — for a very long time. Possibly 18 years.

A Stay-At-Home Dad Wants To Quit After One Weekend Alone With The Baby

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Dad Gets Locked Out and It's up to Toddler Daughter to Let Him in

Toddler Gives Mom Most Priceless Death Stare When She Holds Another Baby

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

Cottage Grove, MN

USA TODAY

Sheletta Brundidge is based in Cottage Grove, Minnesota. Her three younger children have all been diagnosed with autism.

This Minnesota mother wants to save autistic children from drowning, one city at a time

North Carolina State

Town Talks

Can You Park in Front of Someone’s Property in North Carolina?. Parking on crowded city streets and neighborhoods can be challenging, and many wonder if it's permissible to park in front of someone’s property. Here's a breakdown of North Carolina's parking rules:

Can I legally park in front of someone’s home? What North Carolina law says

Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

New Jersey State

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

ESSEX COUNTY, N.J. - In a notable case from Essex County, New Jersey, 32-year-old Mahogany Hawkins of Newark has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for her involvement in drug trafficking, specifically cocaine and methamphetamine.

Newark Woman Gets 10-Year Sentence for Drug Trafficking

A new initiative aims to provide housing for vulnerable Medicaid members, enhancing community wellness and support. MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - In a significant move to tackle housing instability among Medicaid recipients, New Jersey's Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman, along with Community Affairs Commissioner Jacquelyn A. Suárez, today announced the availability of $95 million in funding for developers. This initiative, part of the Healthy Homes program, is designed to create affordable housing opportunities for NJ FamilyCare members who are either homeless, at risk of homelessness, or currently living in institutional settings.

$95 Million for Healthy Homes: Housing for Medicaid Members

Editor's note: This article was originally published on January 24, 2020. It has since been updated. If you were lucky enough to spend time with your grandparents growing up, you likely have cherished memories. What you might not realize is that they were helping you develop skills to become a more secure and happier adult. From guiding children through stressful situations like bullying or divorce to providing extra love and care, grandparents play a crucial role in a child's well-being. Now, there's scientific evidence to back this up.

Children who spend time with grandparents are more secure and happier, studies reveal

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'It makes a big difference': Hunger Task Force helping feed kids all over Milwaukee County

MILWAUKEE — The summer can be a hard time for children and families struggling with food insecurity. With school out, some children go without consistent healthy...

'It makes a big difference': Hunger Task Force helping feed kids all over Milwaukee County

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