Columbus, OH

PARIS (Reuters) -U.S. Open champion Coco Gauff will be the female flag bearer for the United States at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, joining four-time NBA champion LeBron James, the American team said on Wednesday. The 20-year-old Gauff will be the youngest-ever U.S. flag bearer and first American tennis player...

Olympics-Tennis-Gauff Named Team USA's Female Flag Bearer for Paris Games

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Watch: Michael Phelps and Wife Nicole Expecting Baby No. 4. Diving into the Olympic Games is no easy feat, just ask Michael Phelps. In fact, the legendary swimmer—who amassed 28 Olympic medals throughout his career, 23 of which are gold—has been very open about his mental health journey over the years. And with the 2024 Paris Games kicking off, Phelps is offering words of encouragement to participating athletes.

Michael Phelps Shares Mental Health Advice for 2024 Paris Olympians

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

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Portsmouth, NH

Connecticut Public

A humpback whale slammed into a fishing vessel off the coast of Portsmouth Tuesday, throwing two passengers overboard. The two passengers were reportedly rescued by another fishing boat, and no injuries — to either person or whale — were reported. A video of the event filmed by someone...

Whale slams into boat off Seacoast: 'It was just wrong place, wrong time.'

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Lancaster County, PA

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

Virginia State

Charisma reveals that Megachurch pastor Joel Osteen has been criticized again for what are considered to be insensitive comments. On his Twitter/X account, the Texas preacher said the following.

Virginia ministers weigh in on Joel Osteen's comments about blessings

Wyoming State

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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

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Get ready to meet three little balls of fluff who are ready to fill your heart, and life, with love. Brynn, Bambi, and Bubbles Bath are 6-week-old Great Pyrenees mix sisters who were found as strays living under a porch. Sadly, their mother, also a stray, did not allow herself to be caught and brought into rescue alongside her babies. Despite that, the three puppies are healthy and happy in their new foster home. They have a bright future ahead of them, assuming YOU adopt them! Or, maybe you don't want pure joy, cuteness, and fluff-love in your life.

Great Pyrenees Sisters Found Living Under Porch - Now Searching For Love

Athlon Sports

NBA superstar and United States Men's Basketball player LeBron James has made Olympic history, as announced Monday morning. James has been selected as the Opening Ceremony Flag Bearer for the Paris Olympics, becoming the first U.S. men's basketball player to receive this honor. The official Team ...

LeBron James Makes United States Olympic History

Springfield, IL

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Sonya Massey ducked and apologized to an Illinois sheriff’s deputy seconds before he shot the Black woman three times in her home, with one fatal blow to the head, as seen in body camera video released Monday. An Illinois grand jury indicted former Sangamon...

Bodycam video reveals chaotic scene of deputy fatally shooting Sonya Massey, who called 911 for help

Connecticut State

Somers, CT

As temperatures soared in recent weeks, most of us were able to cool off inside air conditioned homes. In fact, an estimated 90% of housing units in Connecticut use air conditioning equipment. Most Connecticut prisons also have centralized cooling systems. But that isn't the case at Osborn Correctional Institution, a...

Reporter's Notebook: Enduring summer heat in a Connecticut prison

Detroit, MI

NEW YORK — Abdul “Duke” Fakir, the last surviving original member of the beloved Motown group the Four Tops that was known for such hits as “Reach Out, I’ll Be There” and “Standing in the Shadows of Love,” has died at age 88.

Abdul 'Duke' Fakir, last of the original Four Tops, dies at 88

Philadelphia, MO

NewsNinja

In February 1957, Philadelphia was enveloped by a devastating enigma that had tormented the metropolis for years. Referred to as the "Boy in the Box," the incident involving a young boy's discovery in a paper container has confounded detectives and fans of true crime. Even after many attempts to reveal the facts, the boy's name and the events leading to his demise still elude discovery.

The Mysterious Case of the Boy in the Box

Utah State

Salt Lake City, UT

FanBuzz

Salt Lake City was the site for the 2002 Winter Olympics, and now the International Olympic Committee has voted to officially award the 2034 Winter Games to the capital of Utah once more. To note, this is the fifth time that the U.S. has hosted the Winter Games. "We are...

The Winter Olympics Will Once Again Take Place In Utah As Salt Lake City Will Host The 2034 Games

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?

PARIS — LeBron James will be one of two American athletes to carry the U.S. flag during the opening ceremony of this summer's Olympic Games in Paris, the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee announced Monday. The U.S. flag will be carried by two athletes, one man and one woman,...

LeBron James to be the U.S. male flag bearer at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony

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

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Tennis star Coco Gauff will carry the U.S. flag at the Olympic opening ceremony

PARIS — Tennis star Coco Gauff will be the female flag bearer for the United States at this week's Olympic opening ceremony in Paris, the U.S....

Tennis star Coco Gauff will carry the U.S. flag at the Olympic opening ceremony

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